exam 3 Flashcards
The calcium intake requirement increases during pregnancy? T/F
False
One purpose of genetic engineering is to
make crops resistant to diseases
Alcohol consumption by women during pregnancy can result in:
low infant birthweight.
an increase in stillbirths.
organ damage
The more processed a food:
the more sodium it contains.
Lucy should offer her son _____ cow’s milk when he is 1 year old, and _____ milk after he turns 2 years old.
whole; nonfat
When may the use of commercial formula for feeding an infant be appropriate?
when a premature infant has special medical needs
The first sign of dehydration is
thirst
A parent who wishes to protect her child from lead toxicity would do all of the following except:
a. prevent the child from chewing on old painted surfaces.
b. feed the child additional protein.
c. wash the child’s hands, bottles, and toys often.
d. make sure the child gets an adequate calcium intake.
feed the child additional protein.
Which of the following determines whether the mother is able to grow a healthy placenta?
the mother’s prepregnancy nutrition
Bone strength in later life depends on:
the formation of dense bones during youth
Which of the following should be used to thaw frozen meats?
regrigerator thawing
A zinc toxicity reduces _____.
iron absorption
Constipation during pregnancy should be relieved by:
high-fiber diet.
plentiful water intake
When trying to consume adequate dietary iron it is helpful to:
combine vitamin C-rich foods with non-heme iron sources to increase absorption
Supporters of genetic engineering for foods state the following as a benefit:
plants and animals can be engineered to contain higher levels of certain vitamins and minerals.
plants can be grown resistant to resist certain diseases strengthening the crop.
plants can be engineered to provide vaccines and immunizations against disease.
To prevent heartburn during pregnancy you would recommend:
eating less citrus foods
eating smaller more frequent meals
avoiding greasy and spicy foods
The best way to introduce new foods into a toddler’s diet is to:
introduce them with familiar foods several times
Which of the following would be the best selection to provide good sources of calcium in the diet?
milk, yogurt, and cheese
A young child who used to like bananas now gets nauseated if he has to eat them. This has happened ever since he became ill two months ago from spinning on a carousel immediately after eating a banana in the playground. This would be an example of a:
food aversion
A person eating in an Asian restaurant has just finished a meal and immediately experiences burning and flushing of her skin and a headache. What ingredient added to the foods may have brought about this reaction?
monosodium glutamate
What should a woman who drinks a daily glass of wine with her dinner consider when she becomes pregnant?
Even a small amount of alcohol during a critical growth period can be damaging
Should all pregnant women take prenatal supplements of vitamins and minerals?
yes, because they contain the increased nutrient amounts needed during pregnancy
An advantage for the mother of breastfeeding her infant would be:
conserving her iron stores for several months.
Water excretion is regulated by the:
brain and kidneys
Which of the following should be introduced first when feeding a baby?
rice cereal
What can be said about fresh produce and foodborne illness?
Produce grown close to the ground may be irrigated with contaminated water
Some minerals act as buffers to help maintain body fluids at the correct pH to permit life’s processes. T/F
True
Moderate doses of _____, a common fish contaminant, is/are thought to cause headaches and impair mental functioning in adults.
Mercury
The chief ion used to maintain the volume of fluid outside cells is:
Sodium
After cooking, foods should be held at ____ F or higher until served.
140
The best way to reduce the possibility of incidental contaminants getting into foods while microwaving is to:
use glass or ceramic containers for heating foods in the microwave
Water assists in:
temperature regulation.
shock protection.
metabolism
What is currently known about fluoride in drinking water supplies?
In communities where fluoride is lacking in the water there is a very high dental decay rate.
Joe is planning a trip to Mexico and wants to practice food safety while traveling. You would tell Joe to:
avoid salads
Which of the following is associated with low birthweight?
poor nutrition
smoking
drug use during pregnancy
A pregnant woman with a body mass index in the normal range is encouraged to gain _____ pounds or so.
25
Frozen foods’ nutrient content is similar to that of:
fresh foods
What effect does malnutrition during critical times of development in pregnancy have on the fetus?
Impairment of the development of an organ is irreversible
Authorities recommend limiting sweetened soft drinks and punches in children’s diets for fear that overconsumption may promote:
obesity.
dental carries
excess calorie intake
Breastmilk is low in iron because if the pregnant mom is adequately nourished, the fetus stores enough iron to last the first 3-6 months of life. T/F
iron
Jennifer says she drinks bottled water because it is safer than tap water. You tell her that bottled water:
may also be tap water and is not as highly regulated as much as tap water
Which of the following is the single most potent indicator of an infant’s future health status?
infant’s birthweight
Which of the following does not contain vitamin B12?
legumes
The recommended source of fluid for healthy U.S. adults is:
plain drinking water, because it is safe and noncaloric
Which of the following makes up about 60 percent of the body’s weight?
water
A nonpregnant woman requires 46 grams of protein per day. How many grams per day would she need if she became pregnant?
71
When comparisons are made between organic, conventional, and genetic engineering methods of growing foods, one of the main differences is that:
genetic engineering can be used to increase nutrient content
How many extra calories does a pregnant mom need during her 2nd and 3rd trimester?
300
Which of the following should be avoided during pregnancy?
alcohol
dieting
smoking
During which age should an infant be consuming ONLY breastmilk or infant formula?
first six months
