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1
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five/six essential nutrients

A
  1. carbs
  2. fats
  3. proteins
  4. vitamins
  5. minerals
  6. water
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2
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major source of energy for the body is

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carbs

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3
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cars provide

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4 calories per 1 gram

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4
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sucrose is a sugar found in

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fruits and veggies

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5
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lactose is a sugar found in

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milk

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6
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what is glycogen

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it is a stored formed of glucose/energy manufactured by the liver

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7
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is glycogen eaten in foods

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no it is a stored form of glucose manufactured by the liver

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8
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when the body does not receive enough carbs it burns

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protein and fat

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9
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the most concentrated source of energy of the body is

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fats

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10
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fats provide

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9 calories per 1 gram

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11
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fats carry vitamins

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A,D,E,K

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12
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the nutrient needed most for growth and repair of tissues is

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protein and second best is vitamin C

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13
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proteins provide

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4 calories per 1 gram

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14
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vitamin and minerals provide energy for the body. T/F

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false, they are necessary for a body’s chemical reactions

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15
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water is present in all body tissues. T/F

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true, even bone

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16
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water accounts for adults total weight of ?

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50 % to 60%

17
Q

water accounts for infants total weight of?

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70% to 75%

18
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four basic food groups

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  1. milk and cheese
  2. meat and legumes
  3. veggies and fruits
  4. bread and cereal
19
Q

an individual is overweight if they are above

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10%

20
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an individual is obese if they weight above

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20%

21
Q

what solution and material are used to cleanse the eyes of an infant?

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plain water, cotton balls, washcloths

22
Q

can you use cotton swabs to clean the eyes, nares or ears of an infant?

A

no, this is dangerous

23
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can you use the same cotton ball/ washcloth edge for both eyes?

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no, it will cross contaminate

24
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should you cover an unhealed umbilical site with the diaper?

A

no, fold the diaper down.

25
Q

what temperature is appropriate for the water used to bathe an infant?

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100 to 105

26
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what is the number one purpose of a tepid sponge bath?

A

lower body temperature during fever

27
Q

how should the temperature of the water be tested if no thermometer is available ?

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dropping water on inside surface of your forearm.