Question 1

What is gestational diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A)  A severe form of type 1 diabetes in newborns. 
B)  Abnormal blood glucose tolerance during pregnancy. 
C)  Reactive hypoglycemia expressed during the third trimester of pregnancy. 
D)  A temporary loss of insulin secretion during the first trimester of pregnancy. 
E)  A complication of pre-existing diabetes that can occur during pregnancy. 
A)  A severe form of type 1 diabetes in newborns. 
B)  Abnormal blood glucose tolerance during pregnancy. 
C)  Reactive hypoglycemia expressed during the third trimester of pregnancy. 
D)  A temporary loss of insulin secretion during the first trimester of pregnancy. 
E)  A complication of pre-existing diabetes that can occur during pregnancy.

Question 2

Normal weight gain during pregnancy amounts to about _____ pounds for a woman who begins pregnancy underweight.

Accepted Answer

A)  11 to 20 
B)  15 to 25 
C)  25 to 35 
D)  28 to 40 
E)  40 to 45 
A)  11 to 20 
B)  15 to 25 
C)  25 to 35 
D)  28 to 40 
E)  40 to 45

Question 3

Vignette #2 Juan and Rosa are in their late 20s, and both have parents who are experiencing a loss of vitality. Juan's mom has a curved back, and Rosa's mother is obese. Juan's dad has developed depression and Rosa's father has macular degeneration. Juan and Rosa have many questions about how to avoid these conditions in their future if possible. Let's answer these questions to see if we can help them.
Which statement accurately describes the energy requirements of older adults like Juan's and Rosa's parents?

Accepted Answer

A)  Since absorption of all nutrients decreases as aging occurs, it is necessary to increase calorie intake. 
B)  The recommended energy allowance decreases as we age due to lowered basal metabolic rates. 
C)  The recommended calorie intake increases until age 35 and then remains constant for the remaining years. 
D)  The recommended calorie intake increases for men only but remains constant for women after age 35. 
E)  Even when nutritional meals are consumed regularly, a high-potency multivitamin-mineral supplement is highly advised to support increased energy levels. 
A)  Since absorption of all nutrients decreases as aging occurs, it is necessary to increase calorie intake. 
B)  The recommended energy allowance decreases as we age due to lowered basal metabolic rates. 
C)  The recommended calorie intake increases until age 35 and then remains constant for the remaining years. 
D)  The recommended calorie intake increases for men only but remains constant for women after age 35. 
E)  Even when nutritional meals are consumed regularly, a high-potency multivitamin-mineral supplement is highly advised to support increased energy levels.

Question 4

Describe five steps that hospitals can follow to encourage successful breastfeeding.

Accepted Answer

Baby-Friendly Hospitals: 10 Steps to Suc

Question 5

Vignette #1 Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy . Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.
Maya takes Accutane (isotretinoin) for acne and hopes to continue using it during her pregnancy. What advice would you give her?

Accepted Answer

A)  Stop taking it immediately as it causes major birth defects, and consult your doctor. 
B)  Continue taking it as it won't affect the outcome of the pregnancy. 
C)  Take half the usual dose and stay out of direct sunlight. 
D)  Stop taking it until after the first trimester; then it is safe to resume again. 
E)  Replace the Accutane with an herbal product since this would be a safe, natural alternative. 
A)  Stop taking it immediately as it causes major birth defects, and consult your doctor. 
B)  Continue taking it as it won't affect the outcome of the pregnancy. 
C)  Take half the usual dose and stay out of direct sunlight. 
D)  Stop taking it until after the first trimester; then it is safe to resume again. 
E)  Replace the Accutane with an herbal product since this would be a safe, natural alternative.

Question 6

It is recommended that parents introduce new foods at the beginning of a meal when the child is hungry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

National surveys suggest that children and adolescents are the farthest from reaching the recommendations for ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  starchy vegetables and leafy greens 
B)  dairy and refined grains 
C)  dairy and protein foods 
D)  fruits and dairy 
E)  green vegetables and legumes 
A)  starchy vegetables and leafy greens 
B)  dairy and refined grains 
C)  dairy and protein foods 
D)  fruits and dairy 
E)  green vegetables and legumes

Question 8

Breast milk contains ample amounts of vitamins except _____

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D 
B)  riboflavin 
C)  niacin 
D)  pantothenic acid 
E)  thiamin 
A)  vitamin D 
B)  riboflavin 
C)  niacin 
D)  pantothenic acid 
E)  thiamin

Question 9

Infants fed honey are at increased risk for

Accepted Answer

A)  protein malnutrition. 
B)  botulism. 
C)  osteopenia. 
D)  type 1 diabetes. 
E)  lead poisoning. 
A)  protein malnutrition. 
B)  botulism. 
C)  osteopenia. 
D)  type 1 diabetes. 
E)  lead poisoning.

Question 10

Vignette #1 Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy . Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.
Finally, Maya is pregnant, but she and Bob decide to wait until the 14th week of gestation before telling family and friends. What stage of pregnancy is Maya in?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fetal state 
B)  Postnatal 
C)  1st trimester 
D)  Critical period 
E)  2nd trimester 
A)  Fetal state 
B)  Postnatal 
C)  1st trimester 
D)  Critical period 
E)  2nd trimester

Question 11

Cow's milk is considered to be a suitable form of nutrition after an infant is 1-year old.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Vignette #1 Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy . Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.
Bob is concerned about Maya and urges her to start eating more food, especially high-fat foods. Which recommendation about weight gain during pregnancy is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is important that Maya begin to eat about 250 extra calories each day. 
B)  It is important that Maya double her protein intake during the first trimester. 
C)  Maya does not need additional calories until the second and third trimesters. 
D)  Maya should take a vitamin A supplement during the first trimester. 
E)  Maya should increase her calories to account for the greatly increased energy demands during pregnancy. 
A)  It is important that Maya begin to eat about 250 extra calories each day. 
B)  It is important that Maya double her protein intake during the first trimester. 
C)  Maya does not need additional calories until the second and third trimesters. 
D)  Maya should take a vitamin A supplement during the first trimester. 
E)  Maya should increase her calories to account for the greatly increased energy demands during pregnancy.

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: emphysema
depression and dementia
osteoporosis
stroke
osteoarthritis
cancer
end-stage kidney disease
dental and oral disease
congestive heart failure
gastrointestinal disorders

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Alters fluid and electrolyte needs and Increased is...

Question 14

Effective obesity interventions for children tend to include a decrease in the amount of "screen time".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What are four key recommendations for the prevention of childhood obesity outlined in the text?

Accepted Answer

Key Recommendations for the Prevention o

What is gestational diabetes?

Normal weight gain during pregnancy amounts to about _____ pounds for a woman who begins pregnancy underweight.

Describe five steps that hospitals can follow to encourage successful breastfeeding.

It is recommended that parents introduce new foods at the beginning of a meal when the child is hungry.

National surveys suggest that children and adolescents are the farthest from reaching the recommendations for ________.

Breast milk contains ample amounts of vitamins except _____

Infants fed honey are at increased risk for

Cow's milk is considered to be a suitable form of nutrition after an infant is 1-year old.

Effective obesity interventions for children tend to include a decrease in the amount of "screen time".

What are four key recommendations for the prevention of childhood obesity outlined in the text?

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What is gestational diabetes?

Normal weight gain during pregnancy amounts to about _____ pounds for a woman who begins pregnancy underweight.

Describe five steps that hospitals can follow to encourage successful breastfeeding.

It is recommended that parents introduce new foods at the beginning of a meal when the child is hungry.

National surveys suggest that children and adolescents are the farthest from reaching the recommendations for ________.

Breast milk contains ample amounts of vitamins except _____

Infants fed honey are at increased risk for

Cow's milk is considered to be a suitable form of nutrition after an infant is 1-year old.

Effective obesity interventions for children tend to include a decrease in the amount of "screen time".

What are four key recommendations for the prevention of childhood obesity outlined in the text?

The Basics of Understanding Nutrition Spotlight: How Do You Tell If Its Nutrition Fact or Nutrition Fiction

The Pursuit of a Healthy Dietspotlight: a Tapestry of Cultures and Cuisines

Anatomy for Nutritions Sakespotlight: Gut Feelings--Common Digestive Problems

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

The Vitamins: a Functional Approachspotlight: Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

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

Impact of Fluids and Beverages on Nutritional Healthspotlight: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Weight Managementspotlight: the Eating Disorders

Nutrition for Fueling Fitness and Sportspotlight: Nutrition Supplements and Sport Performance--Help or Hype

Food Safety and the Global Food Supplyspotlight: Global Food Insecurity

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