560H Developmental Nutrition Flashcards
Define medium-chain fatty acids.
a. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atomsa. Have less than 6 carbon atoms.
b. Have 12 or more carbon atoms.
c. Have 6 to 10 carbon atoms.
CORRECT: d. None of these describe medium-chain fatty acids. - they have an aliphatic tail of 6 - 12 carbon atoms
Which of the following is true of pre-term infants?
Born before 37 weeks of gestation
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(I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)Born before 37 weeks of gestation
(I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)Born before 37 weeks of gestation
(I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)Born before 37 weeks of gestation
(I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)Born before 37 weeks of gestation
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Which of the following herbal teas are considered safe during lactation?
All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)All of these are considered safe:
Peppermint
Raspberry
Rose hips (I Googled this answer since I no longer have the textbooks)
Use of which of the following herbs will reduce milk flow?
All of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
ParsleyAll of these reduce milk flow.:
Castor bean
Jasmine flower
Sage
Parsley
Which of the following nutrition factors would NOT be related to infertility in men?
Eating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zincEating a diet containing animal products
THESE WOULD BE RELATED:
Following a weight-loss diet that resulted in a body weight 15% below normal
A high alcohol intake
An inadequate intake of antioxidants
An inadequate intake of zinc
What nutrients have been found to be most effected in women who use Oral Contraceptives?
ALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of CopperALL of the following:
Low levels of Vitamin B6
Low levels of Vitamin B12
High levels of Copper
A body mass index (BMI) greater than_____ is typically needed to sustain normal reproductive function in women.
20
The recommended daily intake of folate for ALL women who may become pregnant is?
400 mcg
Your best friend is pregnant and asks you to recommend foods that will increase her iron stores. Which of the following would be the best choice?
BEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peasBEST CHOICE: A hamburger with tomato slices Whole grain bread Canned spinach Seasonal fruit Frozen peas
_____ during the first 2 months of pregnancy is teratogenic and leads to a two- to three-fold risk of congenital abnormalities.
A high blood glucose level
The change in lipid blood levels that occurs during pregnancy can best be explained in this way: _____.
cholesterol and triglyceride levels increase dramatically from pre-pregnancy levels
The recommended daily protein (g) intake for pregnant women is _____.
71 grams
Research is emerging that suggests pregnant women should increase their food sources of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Which of the following foods would provide the most DHA to pregnant women?
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
BEST CHOICE: ½ tuna salad sandwich
¼ cup granola containing 1 tsp sunflower seed
1 cup broccoli
8-oz glass whole milk
It is recommended that OVERWEIGHT women gain approximately _____ during pregnancy.
15 - 25 pounds
The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:The recommended weight gain range for
NORMAL-WEIGHT women is:
25 - 35 pounds
Women with which of the following characteristics are at increased risk of developing preeclampsia?
ALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levelsALL of the following: Obesity Insulin resistance First pregnancy High triglyceride levels
It is recommended that women with gestational diabetes aim for a range of _____ % fat calories during pregnancy.
30 - 40
Which of the following is NOT a maternal benefit of breastfeeding?
All of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quicklyAll of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quicklyAll of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quicklyAll of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quicklyAll of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quicklyAll of the following would be considered benefits of breastfeeding:
Minimizes postpartum blood loss
Helps uterus return to nonpregnant size
Delays return to fertility
MAY help lose weight more quickly
On the second feeding after birth, a first-time mom was concerned that her infant was not getting enough milk. What would the lactation consultant want the new mom to know?
The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.The first milk is highly concentrated in nutrients and provides a high amount of protein.
The infant needs only ½ - 2 tsp at each feeding for the first two days.
What fat-soluble vitamin is given to all infants at birth?
Vitamin K
What is a possible reason that breastfeeding may prevent allergies?
All of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergensAll of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergensAll of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergensAll of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergensAll of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergensAll of the following:
Influence on gut microbial flora
Transfers maternal proteins and immunity
Transfer of maternal fatty acids and IGA in breast milk
Low content of allergens
A breastfeeding mother asks you if alcohol can be eliminated from her breast milk by pumping immediatedly after drinking a few glasses of wine. What would you tell her?
No; the alcohol will still be in the breast milk and will clear from the milk as soon as it clears from the blood stream: roughly 2 to 3 hours per drink for a 120-pound woman.
Hyperemesis gravidarum (morning sickness) may be prevented and/or treated by:
ALL of the following: B-6 Ginger PeppermintALL of the following: B-6 Ginger PeppermintALL of the following: B-6 Ginger PeppermintALL of the following: B-6 Ginger PeppermintALL of the following: B-6 Ginger PeppermintALL of the following: B-6 Ginger Peppermint
A pregnant woman who is vegan need to take supplemental Vitamin D, Iron and ________ during pregnancy.
B12
Prenatal vitamins are routinely recommended at least _________ months prior to pregnancy to ensure adequate folate status.
3
The amniotic fluid and breast milk are influenced by internal and external environments such as diet, exposure to cigarette smoke and pleasant scents. If there is a particular flavor or aroma a parent wants their child to learn how many times during the 2nd and 3rd trimester should exposure occur?
12
When breastfeeding is not an option the alternatives available are:
ALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy FormulaALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy FormulaALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy FormulaALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy FormulaALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy FormulaALL of the following: Donor Milk Standard Formula Hydrolyzed Formula Soy Formula
The following foods should be avoided during pregnancy EXCEPT:
Raw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercuryRaw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercuryRaw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercuryRaw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercuryRaw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercuryRaw nuts and seeds Raw or undercooked food such as fish, eggs, meat Unpasteurized juices and dairy products Raw sprouts Fish high in mercury
Dietary recommendations for a woman with PCOS that is trying to conceive should include
High fiber Lean proteinHigh fiber Lean proteinHigh fiber Lean proteinHigh fiber Lean proteinHigh fiber Lean proteinHigh fiber Lean protein
A body mass index (BMI) in the 90th percentile would indicate that a 3 year old was:
overweight
One “rule of thumb” regarding portion sizes for toddlers is:
1 tablespoon of food per year of age.
Studies have shown that restricting a young child’s access to palatable (“junk”) food may:
promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.promote desirability of that particular food.
encourage them to overeat these foods and have negative feelings.
Approximately how many exposures to a new food might it take for a toddler to accept the flavor or taste?
10-Aug
Common, or likely, nutrition problems among young children include all of the following EXCEPT:
ALL of the following: iron-deficiency anemia dental caries constipation lead poisoningALL of the following: iron-deficiency anemia dental caries constipation lead poisoningALL of the following: iron-deficiency anemia dental caries constipation lead poisoningALL of the following: iron-deficiency anemia dental caries constipation lead poisoningALL of the following: iron-deficiency anemia dental caries constipation lead poisoning
A mother is interested how to prevent iron-deficiency anemia in her 2 year old son. What advice would you give her?
Counsel her about making sure his diet includes red meats, fortified cereals, and fruit juices with vitamin C
Advise her to not give more than 24 oz milk/dayCounsel her about making sure his diet includes red meats, fortified cereals, and fruit juices with vitamin C
Advise her to not give more than 24 oz milk/dayCounsel her about making sure his diet includes red meats, fortified cereals, and fruit juices with vitamin C
Advise her to not give more than 24 oz milk/dayCounsel her about making sure his diet includes red meats, fortified cereals, and fruit juices with vitamin C
Advise her to not give more than 24 oz milk/dayCounsel her about making sure his diet includes red meats, fortified cereals, and fruit juices with vitamin C
Advise her to not give more than 24 oz milk/day
Overweight and obesity are common in Down syndrome children because they have lower caloric needs due to:
ALL of the following: low muscle mass lower mobility short statureALL of the following: low muscle mass lower mobility short statureALL of the following: low muscle mass lower mobility short statureALL of the following: low muscle mass lower mobility short statureALL of the following: low muscle mass lower mobility short stature
Signs that indicate feeding problems in toddlers include:
ALL of the following: low interest in eating long mealtimes (>30 minutes) preferring liquids over solids refusing foodsALL of the following: low interest in eating long mealtimes (>30 minutes) preferring liquids over solids refusing foodsALL of the following: low interest in eating long mealtimes (>30 minutes) preferring liquids over solids refusing foodsALL of the following: low interest in eating long mealtimes (>30 minutes) preferring liquids over solids refusing foodsALL of the following: low interest in eating long mealtimes (>30 minutes) preferring liquids over solids refusing foods
Healthy toddlers are likely to develop diarrhea from _____.
drinking too much fruit juice
Celiac sprue is a disease that usually develops by _____ years of age.
2
Dietary management of celiac disease requires the elimination of:
wheat, rye, oats, and barley
Breathing problems in children:
ALL of the following: increase nutritional needs. lower interest in eating. slow growth rate.ALL of the following: increase nutritional needs. lower interest in eating. slow growth rate.ALL of the following: increase nutritional needs. lower interest in eating. slow growth rate.ALL of the following: increase nutritional needs. lower interest in eating. slow growth rate.ALL of the following: increase nutritional needs. lower interest in eating. slow growth rate.
Typical food allergies do NOT include _____.
rice
THEY DO INCLUDE: eggs soy peanuts wheatrice
THEY DO INCLUDE: eggs soy peanuts wheatrice
THEY DO INCLUDE: eggs soy peanuts wheatrice
THEY DO INCLUDE: eggs soy peanuts wheatrice
THEY DO INCLUDE: eggs soy peanuts wheat
The AVERAGE caloric need of infants in the first six months of life is _____ per kg of body weight, based on growth in breast-fed infants.
108 calories
The two essential fatty acids required in an infant’s diet are ?-linolenic acid and _____ acid.
linoleic
If an infant is exclusively breastfed and not exposed to adequate amounts of sunlight, he/she would need a _____ supplement.
Vitamin D
Which of the following is a warning sign indicating growth problems?
ALL of the following:
Plateau in head circumference gain for more than one month
Lack of height gain
Plateau in weight gain for more than one month
Drop in weight without regain within a few weeksALL of the following:
Plateau in head circumference gain for more than one month
Lack of height gain
Plateau in weight gain for more than one month
Drop in weight without regain within a few weeksALL of the following:
Plateau in head circumference gain for more than one month
Lack of height gain
Plateau in weight gain for more than one month
Drop in weight without regain within a few weeksALL of the following:
Plateau in head circumference gain for more than one month
Lack of height gain
Plateau in weight gain for more than one month
Drop in weight without regain within a few weeksALL of the following:
Plateau in head circumference gain for more than one month
Lack of height gain
Plateau in weight gain for more than one month
Drop in weight without regain within a few weeks
Infants need a higher fat diet compared to older people; therefore, up to _________________ of calories from fat may be recommended.
55%
What is one of the signs associated with inadequate growth?
weight remaining stable over 3 months
What is the most appropriate nutritional intervention for a special needs infant who has gastroesophageal reflux and swallowing difficulty?
Mix baby rice cereal with standard formula or breastmilk
Solid food introduction should begin
When the child is showing signs of food readiness
Preschool children have a ________ appetite compared to infants
Decreased
If an infant gets constipated following food introduction, what food would you recommend?
Increasing “P” Foods such as pears, peas, peaches, prunes, plums
Increasing water intakeIncreasing “P” Foods such as pears, peas, peaches, prunes, plums
Increasing water intakeIncreasing “P” Foods such as pears, peas, peaches, prunes, plums
Increasing water intakeIncreasing “P” Foods such as pears, peas, peaches, prunes, plums
Increasing water intake
Honey can increase risk of infant botulism and should not be introduced prior to what age?
12 months
Which of the following strategies would be appropriate for parents to use in teaching young children about health eating behaviors?
Serve family meals and allow the child to self-serve portions
The best treatment for an adolescent pregnant woman with an eating disorder is to _____.
refer her to an eating disorder clinic that uses a team approach to solve nutritional issues
The struggle for independence that characterizes adolescent psychosocial development may lead to the development of health-compromising eating behaviors, including:
ALL: excessive dieting meal skipping use of unconventional nutritional supplements the adoption of fad dietsALL: excessive dieting meal skipping use of unconventional nutritional supplements the adoption of fad dietsALL: excessive dieting meal skipping use of unconventional nutritional supplements the adoption of fad dietsALL: excessive dieting meal skipping use of unconventional nutritional supplements the adoption of fad diets
Protein requirements for males are highest at _____ years.
15 - 18
The protein requirement is greatest for females when the height growth spurt occurs. What age range would this be?
11 - 14 years
The best reason for wanting young adolescents to consume foods that provide adequate calcium is _____.
young adolescents retain four times as much calcium than adults and build bone mass
A range of medical and psychosocial complications accompanies overweight among adolescents, including all of the following EXCEPT
type 1 diabetes
THEY INCLUDE: hypertension dyslipidemia sleep apnea insulin resistancetype 1 diabetes
THEY INCLUDE: hypertension dyslipidemia sleep apnea insulin resistancetype 1 diabetes
THEY INCLUDE: hypertension dyslipidemia sleep apnea insulin resistancetype 1 diabetes
THEY INCLUDE: hypertension dyslipidemia sleep apnea insulin resistance
Carbohydrate loading for athletes is the process of:
eating low-carbohydrate foods for the first 3 days of the week, while continuing to exercise, and then consuming a high-carbohydrate diet the 3 days prior to competition while exercising minimally.
Calcium supplements may decrease the absorption of iron; therefore, they should be avoided within _____ of taking the iron supplement.
1 hour
Potential effects of substance use on nutritional status include all of the following EXCEPT
increased nutrient bioavailability THEY DO INCLUDE: reduced nutrient intake appetite suppression iron-deficiency anemia increased nutrient destructionincreased nutrient bioavailability THEY DO INCLUDE: reduced nutrient intake appetite suppression iron-deficiency anemia increased nutrient destructionincreased nutrient bioavailability THEY DO INCLUDE: reduced nutrient intake appetite suppression iron-deficiency anemia increased nutrient destructionincreased nutrient bioavailability THEY DO INCLUDE: reduced nutrient intake appetite suppression iron-deficiency anemia increased nutrient destruction
Risk factors for hypertension among adolescents include all of the following EXCEPT
being underweight
THEY INCLUDE: a high dietary intake of sodium an inactive lifestyle smoking hyperlipidemiabeing underweight
THEY INCLUDE: a high dietary intake of sodium an inactive lifestyle smoking hyperlipidemiabeing underweight
THEY INCLUDE: a high dietary intake of sodium an inactive lifestyle smoking hyperlipidemiabeing underweight
THEY INCLUDE: a high dietary intake of sodium an inactive lifestyle smoking hyperlipidemia
Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia nervosa in that binge eating:
does not involve compensatory behaviors
Key goals of nutritional care for someone in treatment for an eating disorder would include:
establishing a regular pattern of nutritionally balanced meals
gradually introducing forbidden foods into the diet
avoiding dieting behaviors and excessive exercise
thoroughly assessing dietary intake and adequacyestablishing a regular pattern of nutritionally balanced meals
gradually introducing forbidden foods into the diet
avoiding dieting behaviors and excessive exercise
thoroughly assessing dietary intake and adequacyestablishing a regular pattern of nutritionally balanced meals
gradually introducing forbidden foods into the diet
avoiding dieting behaviors and excessive exercise
thoroughly assessing dietary intake and adequacy
A pregnant teen that is deficient in iron early in pregnancy is at higher risk of:
having a low-birth weight baby
having a preterm deliveryhaving a low-birth weight baby
having a preterm deliveryhaving a low-birth weight baby
having a preterm delivery
Females experience a _____ increase in body fat during puberty.
120%
During peak weight gain, adolescent males gain an average of _____ lb/year.
20
Protein needs for children with special health care needs are variable, depending on the chronic health care condition. An example of a condition(s) that has a HIGHER protein needs is/are:
wound healing
cystic fibrosiswound healing
cystic fibrosiswound healing
cystic fibrosis
The most significant predictor of childhood obesity has been found to be:
maternal obesity
Children with chronic conditions may have more difficulty meeting the DRI for vitamins and minerals as a result of:
ALL: feeding difficulties prescribed medications and their side effects dietary restrictions refusing foodsALL: feeding difficulties prescribed medications and their side effects dietary restrictions refusing foodsALL: feeding difficulties prescribed medications and their side effects dietary restrictions refusing foods
Children with _____ would always be interpreted as overweight on standard growth charts because they have altered muscle size and/or short statures.
Down syndrome and spina bifida
Fat-soluble vitamin supplements are recommended for children with _____ due to poor intestinal absorption of these nutrients.
cystic fibrosis
Which of the following WOULD be allowed on a diet for PKU?
ALLOWED:
Low-protein corn bread
Low-carbohydrate corn bread Low-fat cornbread Egg white omelets Chicken and fish, but not beefALLOWED: Low-protein corn bread
Low-carbohydrate corn bread Low-fat cornbread Egg white omelets Chicken and fish, but not beefALLOWED: Low-protein corn bread
Low-carbohydrate corn bread
Low-fat cornbread
Egg white omelets
Chicken and fish, but not beef
Nutritional concerns in ADHD include:
ALL:
medication side effects that decrease appetite
maintaining growth while still being medicated
mealtime behaviorALL:
medication side effects that decrease appetite
maintaining growth while still being medicated
mealtime behaviorALL:
medication side effects that decrease appetite
maintaining growth while still being medicated
mealtime behavior
What is the importance of taking pancreatic enzymes when a child has cystic fibrosis?
These are the enzymes that help digest foods and when they are missing, food is malabsorbed
_____ has been shown to be effective in reducing the incidence of seizures in children.
A low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet
Which of the following food sources would be highest in heme iron?
Beef NOT THE FOLLOWING: spinach molasses dried prunesBeef NOT THE FOLLOWING: spinach molasses dried prunesBeef NOT THE FOLLOWING: spinach molasses dried prunes
The decline in estrogen production in women after menopause leads to all of the following EXCEPT
More acne
All of the following occur with less estrogen:
accelerated loss of bone mass
an increase in abdominal fat
greater risk of cardiovascular diseaseMore acne
All of the following occur with less estrogen:
accelerated loss of bone mass
an increase in abdominal fat
greater risk of cardiovascular diseaseMore acne
All of the following occur with less estrogen:
accelerated loss of bone mass
an increase in abdominal fat
greater risk of cardiovascular disease
To lose one pound per week, a person would need to eat _____ fewer Calories per day.
500
A simple calculation used to give you a “ballpark” Calorie level for weight maintenance is to multiply your body weight by the number _____
15
The average daily dietary fiber recommendations are _____ for males and females age 31-50, respectively.
38 and 25 grams
At perimenopause many women need to take _____ to prevent bone loss.
calcium & vitamin D
A high-intensity dietary approach for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease called Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes includes all the following recommendations EXCEPT
Avoiding eggs and ALL dairy foods
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
50-60% of total calories from carbohydrates
trans fat intake of less than 1% of calories
less than 7% of total calories from saturated fat
up to 20% of calories from monounsaturated fats.Avoiding eggs and ALL dairy foods
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
50-60% of total calories from carbohydrates
trans fat intake of less than 1% of calories
less than 7% of total calories from saturated fat
up to 20% of calories from monounsaturated fats.
Having a BMI _____ means a person is obese.
> 30
Overweight and obesity are associated with an increased risk of which of the following conditions?
ALL: Sleep apnea Gallbladder disease Type 2 diabetes OsteoarthritisALL: Sleep apnea Gallbladder disease Type 2 diabetes Osteoarthritis
Metabolic syndrome is related to a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that include:
ALL: elevated fasting blood glucose levels abdominal obesity high LDL levels low levels of HDL cholesterolALL: elevated fasting blood glucose levels abdominal obesity high LDL levels low levels of HDL cholesterol
Of all the physiologic changes that occur with aging, the biggest effect on nutritional status is due to shifts in the _____.
musculoskeletal system
According to national intake data, older adults are not eating enough:
ALL: potassium vitamins A, D, E, and K magnesium calciumALL: potassium vitamins A, D, E, and K magnesium calcium
It is difficult to meet vitamin and mineral needs at Calorie levels below
1600
It is common for the elderly to have suboptimal vitamin D status or develop vitamin D deficiency due to all of the following EXCEPT:
ALL:
inadequate exposure to sunlight and increased use of sunscreen
decreased intake of vitamin D-containing foods
use of medications that may interfere with metabolism of Vitamin DALL:
inadequate exposure to sunlight and increased use of sunscreen
decreased intake of vitamin D-containing foods
use of medications that may interfere with metabolism of Vitamin D
Which of the following statements is true about calcium supplementation and absorption?
ALL:
Low calcium levels have been linked to colon cancer, overweight, and hypertension
High intake of calcium interferes with zinc and iron absorption
High intake of calcium may result in elevated urinary excretion of calcium.ALL:
Low calcium levels have been linked to colon cancer, overweight, and hypertension
High intake of calcium interferes with zinc and iron absorption
High intake of calcium may result in elevated urinary excretion of calcium.
Having a deficiency of which vitamin has been implicated in increased blood levels of homocysteine in the elderly, therefore increasing heart disease?
Folate
Recommendations for the macronutrients for the elderly are:
45-65% of energy from carbohydrate, 20-35% of energy from fat, and 10-35% of energy from protein.
The two leading causes of death among the elderly are heart disease and _____.
cancer
How is nutritional status affected when an older adult has a stroke?
ALL:
The ability to swallow may be forgotten
The ability to chew may be altered
Teaching may need to be done on how to feed oneself
What would the blood pressure of an elderly woman diagnosed with hypertension be?
140 mmHg/90 mmHg
Which of the following nutrient intakes is NOT a risk factor for osteoporosis?
? iron intake
The Adequate Intake (AI) of calcium for women 51 and older is:
1200 mg/day
Nutrition advice for people that are taking blood-thinning medication due to a stroke is to:
maintain a stable vitamin K intake
Which of the following behaviors exacerbates GERD?
Drinking alcohol in excess
Drinking regular or decaffeinated coffee
Smoking
A deficiency in vitamin B12 may lead to:
irreversible neurological damage
cognitive impairment
The FIRST remedy advised for an overweight patient with osteoarthritis is:
lose weight
SAMPLE QUESTION FROM STUDY GUIDE:
Which of the following foods is unsafe for infant feeding?
All of these are unsafe:
Popcorn
Peanuts
Raisins
