6.2 Infancy and Childhood Flashcards
How much weight is gained during first 4-6 months?
weight is double
How much weight is gained in the first year of life?
weight is tripled
What causes undernutrition in children in developing countries?
most prevelant when breastfeeding ceases and child relies on rice as main staple in diet
What causes undernutrition in children in the US?
poverty
How long is a growth chart used to track infant growth?
first 36 months of life
What measurements are used for the infant growth chart?
head circumference
length
weight
What are growth percentiles?
represents the infant relative to the same age and gender
How is the BMI tool used for growth charts aged 2-20?
asses growth of children and risk of being overweight or obese
In children, what is an indicator of being obese later in life?
BMI greater than 85%
What is failure to thrive?
condition in children younger than 2 where poor growth is observed
What can cause failure to thrive?
inadequate intake due to disease
inadequate feeding practices
What can result from failure to thrive?
poor growth
impaired mental development
behavioral issues
What fatty acids are important components of infant formula and breast milk?
arachidonic acid
docosahexaenoic acid
What are arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid good for?
eye and brain development
Why should excess protein be avoided between 0-6 months of age?
additional stress on kidneys
potential for food allergy
