Question 1

The most sensitive indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is

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A)   weight.
B)   height.
C)   head circumference.
D)   fusion of bone ends.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the best age to introduce solid foods into the infant's diet is

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A)   less than 1 month.
B)   1 to 4 months.
C)   4 to 6 months.
D)   over 8 months.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

In the short-term, gains in ______ are a good indicator of nutritional status. The best indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is gains in ______.

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A)   weight; head circumference
B)   weight; height
C)   height; head circumference
D)   height; weightE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Children will more effectively develop the breakfast-eating habit if

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A)   they are driven to school so that they have time to eat.
B)   parents eat breakfast with them.
C)   breakfast is prepared for them to eat while their parents are dressing for work.
D)   they are given money to buy breakfast on the way to school.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Typically, preterm infants will catch up in growth by ______ of age

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A)   6 months
B)   1 year
C)   2 to 3 years
D)   4 to 5 yearsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 6

Mild deficiencies of zinc in children in the United States have been linked to

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A)   childhood obesity.
B)   eating disorders.
C)   enlarged head circumference.
D)   short stature.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

The nutrient needs of preschool children are relatively great, so it may be important to

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A)   serve high-fat foods.
B)   provide megadose vitamin supplements.
C)   withhold liquids until after meals.
D)   serve snacks daily in addition to meals.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

Federally funded programs, such as TEAM Nutrition, promote

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A)   good dental hygiene.
B)   a vegetarian lifestyle.
C)   total avoidance of fats and sweets.
D)   early development of healthy eating and exercise habits.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Susie is 3 years old. At her most recent checkup she was at the 20th percentile for height. This means that she is

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A)   taller than 19 out of 100 girls her age.
B)   shorter than 19 out of 100 girls her age.
C)   taller than 20 out of 100 girls her age.
D)   taller than 79 out of 100 girls her age.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Per kilogram of body weight, at 6 months of age, a child's energy needs are approximately how many times higher than adult needs?

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A)   1-2
B)   2-3
C)   2-4
D)   5-6E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Which of the following is an appropriate feeding philosophy for children?

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A)   Parents should be responsible for choosing how much and when the child should eat.
B)   Parents should present a variety of nutritious food choices and avoid making the dinner table into a battleground.
C)   Children should be forced to eat what is good for them.
D)   Parents should present nutritious food choices and not worry about their own eating habits.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following is a reliable indicator of generally good nutrition status in young children?

Accepted Answer

A)   The presence of subcutaneous fat
B)   Consumption of foods from several groups
C)   Regular gains in height and weight
D)   The child's interest in a variety of foodsE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Infants require approximately ______ of fluid per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 pint
B)   1 quart
C)   3 cups
D)   8 cupsE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

Brain growth is most rapid in infancy but stops by about what age?

Accepted Answer

A)   9 months
B)   18 months
C)   24 months
D)   3 yearsE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 15

All of the following are recommended to help preschoolers eat vegetables EXCEPT

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A)   show the child that you like vegetables.
B)   promise dessert when vegetables are eaten.
C)   offer new vegetables with familiar foods.
D)   serve vegetables undercooked and crunchy.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Exam 15: Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Per kilogram of body weight, at 6 months of age, a child's energy needs are approximately how many times higher than adult needs?

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Federally funded programs, such as TEAM Nutrition, promote

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Susie is 3 years old. At her most recent checkup she was at the 20^th percentile for height. This means that she is

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The nutrient needs of preschool children are relatively great, so it may be important to

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Infants require approximately ______ of fluid per day.

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Brain growth is most rapid in infancy but stops by about what age?

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In the short-term, gains in are a good indicator of nutritional status. The best indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is gains in .

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Which of the following is an appropriate feeding philosophy for children?

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Which of the following is a reliable indicator of generally good nutrition status in young children?

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The most sensitive indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is

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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the best age to introduce solid foods into the infant's diet is

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All of the following are recommended to help preschoolers eat vegetables EXCEPT

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Mild deficiencies of zinc in children in the United States have been linked to

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Typically, preterm infants will catch up in growth by ______ of age

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Children will more effectively develop the breakfast-eating habit if

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Exam 15: Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Per kilogram of body weight, at 6 months of age, a child's energy needs are approximately how many times higher than adult needs?

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Federally funded programs, such as TEAM Nutrition, promote

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Susie is 3 years old. At her most recent checkup she was at the 20th percentile for height. This means that she is

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The nutrient needs of preschool children are relatively great, so it may be important to

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Infants require approximately ______ of fluid per day.

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Brain growth is most rapid in infancy but stops by about what age?

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In the short-term, gains in ______ are a good indicator of nutritional status. The best indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is gains in ______.

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Which of the following is an appropriate feeding philosophy for children?

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Which of the following is a reliable indicator of generally good nutrition status in young children?

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The most sensitive indicator of long-term nutritional status in a child is

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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the best age to introduce solid foods into the infant's diet is

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