Deck 7: Nutrition Through the Lifespan

Question 1

The nutritional needs for energy and protein are greater during lactation as compared to the needs of a pre-conceptual female.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Most infants begin walking unassisted by nine months of age.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Most teens consume enough fruits and vegetables.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

If a child reacts to how his or her food touches another food,then that child probably has a food ritual.

Question 5

A well-balanced diet,higher amounts of monounsaturated fatty acids,vegetable proteins,and fiber support fertility.

Question 6

In the division of responsibility,children are in control of whether or not they eat what their parent or caregiver provides them.

Question 7

A 16-year-old adolescent girl has a higher Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for iron than a 16-year-old adolescent boy.

Question 8

Infants should be given age-appropriate opportunities for physical activity.

Question 9

Children tend to like sweet foods more than sour foods.

Question 10

Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia may develop during pregnancy.

Question 11

Vegetables should be introduced before fruits during infancy.

Question 12

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)for a pre-conceptual woman are higher for iron and folic acid only.

Question 13

The primary type of carbohydrate consumed during the first six months of infancy is lactose.

Question 14

Girls usually go through their adolescent growth spurt before boys.

Question 15

Poor dietary choices are a major contributor to adolescent acne.

Question 16

Most adolescents consume an adequate amount of dietary fiber.

Question 17

Infants should be discouraged from making a mess while eating.

Question 18

The goal for prenatal nutrition is to supply the energy,nutrients,and fiber needed for maternal structural changes,maternal function,and the developing embryo or fetus.

Question 19

It is good practice to encourage children to clean their plates at dinner time.

Question 20

If a child is obese then there is a good chance that the child will be obese as an adult.

Question 21

The cumulative damage from oxidative stress promotes senescence.

Question 22

Which of the following is an appropriate feeding method during infancy?

A)Using candy as a reward for good behavior
B)Diluting infant formula to feed the baby
C)Putting the baby to bed to self feed with a bottle
D)Giving infants the opportunity to master self feeding
E)Introducing solid foods at two months of age

Question 23

The DRI for protein is lower for older adults due to the decline in muscle mass with aging.

Question 24

Childhood obesity is promoted by:

A)eating while watching television.
B)consuming excess Calories from sugary soda.
C)spending too much time in sedentary behaviors.
D)A and B
E)A,B,and C

Question 25

The absorption of vitamin B₁₂ is often compromised in the elderly.

Question 26

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Prenatal
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time period when self feeding is established

Question 27

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Prenatal
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time period of sexual maturation

Question 28

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Prenatal
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time period when body weight nearly triples

Question 29

How can a child's fluid intake need be met?

A)Drinking milk
B)Drinking water
C)Eating fluid-rich foods like whole fruits and vegetables
D)A and B
E)A,B,and C

Question 30

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Prenatal
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time of the earliest nutrition environment exposure

Question 31

Regular prenatal exercise can:

A)improve mood.
B)control weight gain.
C)reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes.
D)reduce the risk of developing preeclampsia.
E)All of the above

Question 32

Which of the following nutrients is not implicated in dental health?

A)Calcium
B)Phosphorus
C)Magnesium
D)Fluoride
E)Vitamin E

Question 33

Infant formula that is diluted with too much water can cause:

A)failure to thrive.
B)protein-energy malnutrition.
C)hyponatremia.
D)A and B
E)A,B,and C

Question 34

The recommended amount of prenatal weight gain is based upon:

A)maternal girth circumference.
B)maternal blood pressure.
C)maternal height and weight before pregnancy.
D)maternal bone mineral density.
E)maternal fasting blood sugar.

Question 35

Which of the following is a gastrointestinal health issue that may develop during pregnancy?

A)Nausea
B)Vomiting
C)Constipation
D)Heartburn
E)All of the above

Question 36

Geriatrics is the medical study of older adults.

Question 37

Foods tend to taste more sweet and salty to a person with advanced age.

Question 38

Allergy risk may increase from too-early exposure to:

A)fiber.
B)solid foods.
C)formula.
D)A and C
E)A,B,and C

Question 39

Which of the following types of cell division is used to reduce the number of chromosomes in a sperm cell?

A)Fission
B)Budding
C)Mitosis
D)Meiosis
E)Regeneration

Question 40

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Prenatal
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time period of increased cellular senescence
Answers:

Question 41

Poor diet and lifestyle choices during adolescence can lead to increased risk for:

A)heart disease.
B)type 2 diabetes.
C)cancer.
D)osteoporosis.
E)All of the above

Question 42

The DRIs for a lactating woman are the same as for a pregnant woman.

Question 43

A lactating woman needs additional Calories each day,depending on the baby's age,as compared to a non-lactating postpartum woman.

Question 44

Breast-fed babies are usually larger in size than formula-fed babies.

Question 45

The increased amounts of energy,nutrients,and fiber required in pregnancy are needed to support maternal structural changes,maternal function,and the developing embryo or fetus.

Question 46

Which of the following is least likely to be an adolescent fitness activity?

A)Running
B)Basketball
C)Swimming
D)Soccer
E)Jumping

Question 47

The nutritional needs of a woman who is breastfeeding,especially for energy and protein,are greater than the needs of a pre-conceptual female.

Question 48

Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia only develop during the stress of pregnancy in some women.

Question 49

Olfaction (the ability to smell)greatly affects gustation (the ability to taste),even during infancy.

Question 50

Answer questions based on the case study "Frank" information below.
Frank is an 83-year-old man with a low income.He has osteoarthritis and macular degeneration and complains of muscle weakness and difficulty sleeping.Frank recently lost his wife of 50 years to complications associated with a hip fracture as a result of her osteoporosis and her falling down.He has started eating more ready-to-eat processed foods since she prepared all their meals.
Frank should be able to get a free nutritious meal and social support from:

A)the SNAP program.
B)the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
C)the Nutrition Services Incentive Program.
D)Meals on Wheels.
E)the local senior center.

Question 51

The adolescent Estimated Energy Requirement (EER)formula includes the addition of _____ Calories per day.

A)5
B)25
C)300
D)500
E)None of the above

Question 52

Most infants have a leaky gut at birth.

Question 53

Answer questions based on the case study "Frank" information below.
Frank is an 83-year-old man with a low income.He has osteoarthritis and macular degeneration and complains of muscle weakness and difficulty sleeping.Frank recently lost his wife of 50 years to complications associated with a hip fracture as a result of her osteoporosis and her falling down.He has started eating more ready-to-eat processed foods since she prepared all their meals.
What could Frank's wife have done to reduce her risk of osteoporosis and falling?

A)Learned t'ai chi for improved balance
B)Taken omega-3 fatty acid supplements
C)Prevented herself from going through menopause
D)Consumed a glass of red wine with dinner each night
E)Eaten more colorful fruits and vegetables

Question 54

A well-balanced diet,higher amounts of monounsaturated fatty acids,vegetable proteins,and fiber support both male and female fertility.

Question 55

Answer questions based on the case study "Frank" information below.
Frank is an 83-year-old man with a low income.He has osteoarthritis and macular degeneration and complains of muscle weakness and difficulty sleeping.Frank recently lost his wife of 50 years to complications associated with a hip fracture as a result of her osteoporosis and her falling down.He has started eating more ready-to-eat processed foods since she prepared all their meals.
What can Frank do to improve his sleep?

A)Take a multivitamin and mineral supplement
B)Take a nap after lunch
C)Go for a walk in the afternoon or evening
D)All of the above
E)None of the above

Question 56

Which of the following is false about maturation during adolescence?

A)Girls have increased height earlier than boys.
B)Boys have mature pubic hair earlier than girls.
C)Girls experience menarche around age 16.
D)Boys and girls undergo cognitive maturation.
E)Boys and girls undergo psychosocial maturation.

Question 57

Answer questions based on the case study "Frank" information below.
Frank is an 83-year-old man with a low income.He has osteoarthritis and macular degeneration and complains of muscle weakness and difficulty sleeping.Frank recently lost his wife of 50 years to complications associated with a hip fracture as a result of her osteoporosis and her falling down.He has started eating more ready-to-eat processed foods since she prepared all their meals.
What is most likely causing Frank's muscle weakness?

A)Sarcopenia
B)Alzheimer's disease
C)His macular degeneration
D)The loss of his wife
E)The high sodium content in the processed foods

Question 58

Infants require two to four times more Calories per kilogram body weight than adults.

Question 59

It is true that children:

A)have different needs for carbohydrates than adults.
B)need less protein per kilogram body weight than adults.
C)should consume a low-fat diet.
D)should get their nutrients from whole,fresh foods rather than processed foods.
E)None of the above are true.

Question 60

Which of the following statements is false regarding lead toxicity?

A)Its symptoms are improved by iron deficiency.
B)It compromises brain function.
C)It can come from lead-based paint in ceramic dishware.
D)It is implicated in behavioral problems.
E)Lead may leach into the water supply from lead-soldered pipes.

Question 61

Diseases and conditions associated with adult obesity can occur with childhood obesity.

Question 62

Adolescent boys have higher DRIs for every essential nutrient as compared to adolescent girls.

Question 63

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Preconception
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time when growth rate is the slowest in the early stages of the lifespan
Answers:

Question 64

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Preconception
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time of functional decline in body systems

Question 65

Boys gain more muscle mass than girls during adolescence.

Question 66

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Preconception
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time when peers become very important

Question 67

Boys typically go through puberty earlier than girls.

Question 68

Cognitive development during adolescence is characterized by acquisition of abstract thinking skills.

Question 69

A four-year-old child should be expected to consume a two-cup portion size of noodle casserole for dinner.

Question 70

Dementia can be caused by a deficiency of vitamin B₁₂.

Question 71

Most older adults can eat normally regardless of whether they have their natural teeth.

Question 72

Food jags are usually long-lived,restrictive eating patterns experienced during infancy,childhood,and adolescence.

Question 73

Growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate.

Question 74

In the division of responsibility,children are in control of what foods their parent or caregiver provides them.

Question 75

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Preconception
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time when the head is disproportionally large

Question 76

Match the short phrase or term with the lifespan group.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
A.Preconception
B.Infancy
C.Childhood
D.Adolescence
E.Older adulthood
Time when adequate folate prevents spina bifida

Question 77

A reduction in lean body mass contributes to a reduction in Calorie need in older adults.

Question 78

Older adults can expect to experience an increase in thirst sensation.

Question 79

Regular physical activity is associated with increased life expectancy.

Question 80

Children tend to like very salty foods more than very sweet foods.