Question 1

Briefly discuss changes in iron storage and intake needs during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

The body conserves iron even more than u

Question 2

Match between columns
                        Premises: eclampsia
bifidus
pica
neural tube defects
FAS
gestational diabetes
preeclampsia
hyperemesis gravidarum

Accepted Answer

The Answer of a class of birth defects including spina is...

Question 3

The nutritional status of older adults can be affected by several categories of factors: physiological, socioeconomic, psychological, and environmental. List two factors in each of these categories that may influence nutritional status in older adults.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary but may include: 
Phys

Question 4

Just like adults, many children ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  eat a diet low in meats and have a lifestyle high in activity 
B)  eat a diet high in fruits and high in meats 
C)  have a lifestyle low in activity and eat a diet high in dairy 
D)  eat a diet low in fruits and vegetables and have a lifestyle low in activity 
E)  eat a diet high in whole grains and high in vegetables 
A)  eat a diet low in meats and have a lifestyle high in activity 
B)  eat a diet high in fruits and high in meats 
C)  have a lifestyle low in activity and eat a diet high in dairy 
D)  eat a diet low in fruits and vegetables and have a lifestyle low in activity 
E)  eat a diet high in whole grains and high in vegetables

Question 5

A pregnant woman's nutrient needs are higher than usual, but her energy needs are not increased during the first trimester.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A woman who needs 2,000 calories daily to satisfy her energy needs can expect to consume _____ calories per day in the third trimester of her pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A)  2,340 
B)  2,450 
C)  2,500 
D)  3,050 
E)  3,140 
A)  2,340 
B)  2,450 
C)  2,500 
D)  3,050 
E)  3,140

Question 7

The biological changes associated with aging ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  occur at the same rate in all persons 
B)  occur in all, but the rate may be altered by nutrition and lifestyle 
C)  may be prevented by megadoses of vitamin E 
D)  occur at a faster rate in males than females 
E)  may be reversed by consuming large amounts of phytonutrients 
A)  occur at the same rate in all persons 
B)  occur in all, but the rate may be altered by nutrition and lifestyle 
C)  may be prevented by megadoses of vitamin E 
D)  occur at a faster rate in males than females 
E)  may be reversed by consuming large amounts of phytonutrients

Question 8

Which of the following is associated with bifidus factors?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased iron absorption 
B)  Increased "good" bacterial growth 
C)  Decreased allergy protection 
D)  Decreased hormone production 
E)  Impaired immune response 
A)  Increased iron absorption 
B)  Increased "good" bacterial growth 
C)  Decreased allergy protection 
D)  Decreased hormone production 
E)  Impaired immune response

Question 9

Aging usually decrease one's need for ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin B6 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  energy 
E)  vitamin D 
A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin B6 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  energy 
E)  vitamin D

Question 10

A continued desire for new knowledge and new experiences is one of the characteristics associated with good physical and mental health in later years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

_______ is a secretion rich in antibodies that precedes the production of milk by the breast.

Accepted Answer

A)  Casein 
B)  Alpha-actalbumin 
C)  Lactoferrin 
D)  Colostrum 
E)  Bifidus 
A)  Casein 
B)  Alpha-actalbumin 
C)  Lactoferrin 
D)  Colostrum 
E)  Bifidus

Question 12

It is important to assess the intake of all the sources of nutrients to be sure that overall consumption meets or exceeds the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) of the Dietary Reference Intakes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

After the age of one, a child's growth rate slows up.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Childhood obesity and hypertension are linked to the development of atherosclerosis and heart disease in adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What is the life expectancy in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  72 (males), 78 years (females) 
B)  76 (males), 81 years (females) 
C)  78 (males), 76 years (females) 
D)  78 (males), 89 years (females) 
E)  90 (males), 72 years (females) 
A)  72 (males), 78 years (females) 
B)  76 (males), 81 years (females) 
C)  78 (males), 76 years (females) 
D)  78 (males), 89 years (females) 
E)  90 (males), 72 years (females)

Question 16

What is a primary indicator of an infant's future health status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mother's weight before pregnancy 
B)  Amount of weight gained by the mother during pregnancy 
C)  Mother's nutrition status prior to pregnancy 
D)  Birthweight of the infant 
E)  Mother's activity level during pregnancy 
A)  Mother's weight before pregnancy 
B)  Amount of weight gained by the mother during pregnancy 
C)  Mother's nutrition status prior to pregnancy 
D)  Birthweight of the infant 
E)  Mother's activity level during pregnancy

Question 17

The best way to be sure teenagers are growing normally is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  compare their heights and weights to those of their peers 
B)  use standardized national growth charts 
C)  compare their heights and weights with previous measures taken 
D)  weigh and measure them weekly 
E)  compare their heights and weights with their parents, siblings, or other close relatives 
A)  compare their heights and weights to those of their peers 
B)  use standardized national growth charts 
C)  compare their heights and weights with previous measures taken 
D)  weigh and measure them weekly 
E)  compare their heights and weights with their parents, siblings, or other close relatives

Question 18

How much physical activity is recommended for children

Accepted Answer

A)  there is no recommendation 
B)  15 to 30 minutes 
C)  30 to 60 minutes 
D)  at least 60 minutes 
E)  at least 90 minutes 
A)  there is no recommendation 
B)  15 to 30 minutes 
C)  30 to 60 minutes 
D)  at least 60 minutes 
E)  at least 90 minutes

Question 19

To promote breastfeeding, every maternity facility should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  give pacifiers to the babies when they cry 
B)  help the mother start breastfeeding within one-half hour of birth 
C)  give newborns infant formula to supplement breast milk 
D)  keep healthy newborns in a nursery separate from the mother's room so the mother can rest between feedings 
E)  help the mother and newborn develop a normal routine with established feeding times 
A)  give pacifiers to the babies when they cry 
B)  help the mother start breastfeeding within one-half hour of birth 
C)  give newborns infant formula to supplement breast milk 
D)  keep healthy newborns in a nursery separate from the mother's room so the mother can rest between feedings 
E)  help the mother and newborn develop a normal routine with established feeding times

Question 20

There are many age-related changes that can affect nutritional status of an elderly person. List three changes or concerns commonly seen in older individuals.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary but may include the fo

Briefly discuss changes in iron storage and intake needs during pregnancy.

The nutritional status of older adults can be affected by several categories of factors: physiological, socioeconomic, psychological, and environmental. List two factors in each of these categories that may influence nutritional status in older adults.

Just like adults, many children ____.

A pregnant woman's nutrient needs are higher than usual, but her energy needs are not increased during the first trimester.

A woman who needs 2,000 calories daily to satisfy her energy needs can expect to consume _____ calories per day in the third trimester of her pregnancy.

The biological changes associated with aging ____.

Which of the following is associated with bifidus factors?

Aging usually decrease one's need for ______.

A continued desire for new knowledge and new experiences is one of the characteristics associated with good physical and mental health in later years.

_______ is a secretion rich in antibodies that precedes the production of milk by the breast.

It is important to assess the intake of all the sources of nutrients to be sure that overall consumption meets or exceeds the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) of the Dietary Reference Intakes.

After the age of one, a child's growth rate slows up.

Childhood obesity and hypertension are linked to the development of atherosclerosis and heart disease in adulthood.

What is the life expectancy in the United States?

What is a primary indicator of an infant's future health status?

The best way to be sure teenagers are growing normally is to ____.

How much physical activity is recommended for children

To promote breastfeeding, every maternity facility should ____.

There are many age-related changes that can affect nutritional status of an elderly person. List three changes or concerns commonly seen in older individuals.

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Briefly discuss changes in iron storage and intake needs during pregnancy.

The nutritional status of older adults can be affected by several categories of factors: physiological, socioeconomic, psychological, and environmental. List two factors in each of these categories that may influence nutritional status in older adults.

Just like adults, many children ____.

A pregnant woman's nutrient needs are higher than usual, but her energy needs are not increased during the first trimester.

A woman who needs 2,000 calories daily to satisfy her energy needs can expect to consume _____ calories per day in the third trimester of her pregnancy.

The biological changes associated with aging ____.

Which of the following is associated with bifidus factors?

Aging usually decrease one's need for ______.

A continued desire for new knowledge and new experiences is one of the characteristics associated with good physical and mental health in later years.

_______ is a secretion rich in antibodies that precedes the production of milk by the breast.

It is important to assess the intake of all the sources of nutrients to be sure that overall consumption meets or exceeds the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) of the Dietary Reference Intakes.

After the age of one, a child's growth rate slows up.

Childhood obesity and hypertension are linked to the development of atherosclerosis and heart disease in adulthood.

What is the life expectancy in the United States?

What is a primary indicator of an infant's future health status?

The best way to be sure teenagers are growing normally is to ____.

How much physical activity is recommended for children

To promote breastfeeding, every maternity facility should ____.

There are many age-related changes that can affect nutritional status of an elderly person. List three changes or concerns commonly seen in older individuals.

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The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, and Fiberspotlight: Sweet Talk--Alternatives to Sugar

The Lipids: Fats and Oilsspotlight: Diet and Heart Disease

The Proteins and Amino Acidsspotlight: Vegetarian Eating Patterns

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The Minerals and Water: a Functional Approachspotlight: Osteoporosis--The Silent Stalker of the Bones

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Weight Managementspotlight: the Eating Disorders

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