nutritional status Flashcards
1
Q
__________ refers to the degree of balance between nutrient intake and nutrient requirements
A
nutritional status
2
Q
what factors affect the balance of nutritional status
A
physiologic, psychosocial, developmental, cultural; and economic factors
3
Q
_________ is achieved when sufficient nutrients are consumed to support day-to-day body
needs and any increased metabolic demands due to growth, pregnancy, or
illness
A
optimal nutritional status
4
Q
persons having optimal nutritional status are more
A
active; have fewer physical illnesses; live longer than persons who are malnourished
5
Q
the normal BMI of a person eating normally is ____
A
BMI of 18.5 - 24.9
