SEMI FINALS Flashcards by Jon Jacob Cuevas

The recommended daily servings of meat among female ages 16-19 is:
a. 3 servings
b. 4 servings
c. 2 servings
d. 5 servings

c. 2 servings

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To avoid unwanted weight during elderhood, one should:
a. Eat more sauces, salad dressings, and pastries.
b. Live a sedentary lifestyle.
c. Eat fatty part of meat and fish.
d. Exercise regularly.

d. Exercise regularly.

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This period is characterized by a steady, growth, increased body proportions, enhanced mental
capabilities and more body and mind coordination:
a. Adolescence
b. Pre - school
c. School -age
d. Infancy

c. School -age

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These foods has carotene which helps lower the risk of cancer of the larynx except:
a. Oatmeal
b. Sweet potatoes
c. Cantaloupes
d. Brussel sprouts

a. Oatmeal

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In order to live longer it is advised to adhere to the following except:
a. Eat foods rich in betacarotene.
b. Eat a good breakfast daily.
c. Severely limit salts
d. Drink alcohol weekly.

d. Drink alcohol weekly.

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For a good prognosis of the fetus, pregnant mother with diabetes who is more prone to pre –
eclampsia and polyhydramios must be advise to:
a. Control matenal blood glucose concentration.
b. Keep on eating salty foods.
c. Ask the doctor to increase tha dosage of her maintenance.
d. Continue with her eating habit.

a. Control matenal blood glucose concentration.

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Folic acid is an essential vitamins in the first trimester of pregnancy. It is said to prevent:
a. Neural tube defect
b. Toxemia
c. Hyperemesis gravidarum
d. Osteoporosis

a. Neural tube defect

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What is the indication if the baby is not yet ready to accept new food?
a. Baby finishes the prepared food.
b. Baby opens mouth eagerly.
c. Baby tends to close his lips or push the teaspoon away.
d. Baby tends to open mouth when a teaspoon touches the lips.

c. Baby tends to close his lips or push the teaspoon away.

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Breastfeeding is contraindicated for these types of conditions except:
a. HIV
b. Flu
c. Severely acute infections
d. Syphyillis

b. Flu

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During lactation extra energy is required to produce enough milk production. 1000 calories is said to
produce:
a. 850 ml of milk
b. 500-1000 ml of milk
c. 750 ml of milk
d. 400- 1000 of milk

a. 850 ml of milk

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Breast milk contains sufficient amount of Vitamin D.
a. True
b. False

b. False

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During prenatal visits, mothers are consistently reminded of the average weight gain during pregnancy
which is:
a. 29 lbs.
b. 24 lbs.
c. 25 lbs.
d. 30 lbs

b. 24 lbs.

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Aging is uncontrollable. To help slow down the process the following foods are recommended:
a. Dark chocolates, almonds, coffee
b. None of the above.
c. Nuts, spinach, oatmeal, chicken legs
d. Milk, alcohol, cabbage

c. Nuts, spinach, oatmeal, chicken legs

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. It is a group of plants which is known to have an anticancer effect:
a. Galactogues
b. Carotene
c. Cruciferae
d. Colostrum

c. Cruciferae

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. Excessive maternal alcohol ingestion is linked to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Its major manifestations
includes:
a. GI disorders
b. CNS disorders
c. Hyperactive
d. Anemia

b. CNS disorders

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Meat, vegetable soups, milk and fruit juices are known to be milk stimulating foods. These foods are
referred to as:
a. Vogue
b. Monologue
c. Galactagues
d. Catalogues

c. Galactagues

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To prevent constipation in elderly, it is recommended to:
a. Add high protein in the diet.
b. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
c. Drink at least 6 – 8 glasses of water daily.
d. All of the above.

d. All of the above.

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You wish to feed your 9 month old sister with cooked vegetables. Suitable for baby’s age, how are you
going to prepare the veggies?
a. Chopped it finely.
b. Cut it into finger sized pieces.
c. Mashed it and serve it very thin.
d. Served it very thick.

a. Chopped it finely.

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A lactating mother is about to drink a glass of milk. This is equivalent to how many tablespoons of
powdered milk?
a. 8 tablespoons
b. 6 tablespoons
c. 7 tablespoons
d. 4 tablespoons

d. 4 tablespoons

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The BMI of a pregnant mother is less than 18.5. what is the recommended weight gain for her?
a. 28 – 40 lbs.
b. 15 lbs.
c. 25 – 35 lbs.
d. 15 – 25 lbs.

a. 28 – 40 lbs.

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A pregnant woman wishes to eat pandesal. According to the daily food guide (NGF 2000) how many of
this is she allowed to consume?
a. 1 pandesal
b. 4 pandesal
c. 6 pandesal
d. 7 pandesal

b. 4 pandesal

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What type of food will you give to soothe the gums when teething starts at around 6 months?
a. Chewy foods such as crackers and biskotso
b. Cerelac
c. Camote cubes
d. Calamsi juice

a. Chewy foods such as crackers and biskotso

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At around 4 months when baby accepts food, start feeding with:
a. Thin porridge.
b. Thick porridge.
c. Chopped veggies.
d. Chopped fruits.

a. Thin porridge.

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An underweight pregnant should have a weight gain of ____ during the first trimester and thereafter is
1 lb per week.
a. 3 and ½ lbs.
b. 2 lbs.
c. 5 lbs.
d. 2/3 lbs.

c. 5 lbs.

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In the daily food guide for a healthy adult, 1 cup of rice is equivalent to: a. 1 cup cooked spaghetti b. 2 small sized root crop c. ½ cu macaroni d. 2 slices loaf bread

a. 1 cup cooked spaghetti

An 11 months old infant can eat any type of fruits at this stage. What is the recommended amount? a. 3 tablespoons b. 1 cup c. 4 tablespoons d. 2 & ½ tablespoons

c. 4 tablespoons

Burping is encouraged after feeding to prevent: a. All of the above b. Spitting c. Vomiting d. Accumulation of gas in the stomach which causes abdominal discomfort

a. All of the above

More than 50 % of the energy need of a pre – school child goes to: a. Metabolic activities b. Fecal loss c. Physical activity d. Growth needs

a. Metabolic activities

Your 90 year old grandmother is having a diarrhea. To alleviate this condition you will prepare food such as: a. Boiled fish and rice b. Boiled cabbage and spinach c. Porridge and crackers d. Boiled egg

c. Porridge and crackers

The pattern of weight gain is more important than the amount gained. Among the choices given which one is highly recommended? a. A gain of 2 lbs. – 3.5 lbs. in the first trimester and 0.8 lb. per week during the remainder of pregnancy. b. A gain of 1 lb. – 2 lbs. in the first trimester and 0.8 lb. per week during the remainder of pregnancy. c. A gain of 1.5 lbs. – 3.0 lbs. in the first trimester and 0.8 lb. per week during the remainder of pregnancy. d. A gain of 1.5 lbs. – 4 lbs. in the first trimester and 0.8 lb. per week during the remainder of pregnancy

c. A gain of 1.5 lbs. – 3.0 lbs. in the first trimester and 0.8 lb. per week during the remainder of pregnancy.

When assessing the readiness of the babies to accept new foods, mothers must be advised to follow this simple tip: a. Allow the baby to smell humba. b. Put some food directly to the tongue of the baby. c. Show colorful foods to the baby and check for drooling. d. Place a teaspoon between lips.

d. Place a teaspoon between lips.

The following statements best describes a pre – school nutrition except: a. His appetite wanes. b. Pre -school child’s desire for food is erratic. c. Pre – school child’s growth is fast. d. He may not gain weight in months.

d. He may not gain weight in months.

Secretion of saliva decreases with age due to physiological aging which affects digestion resulting to a reduction of acidity. The following are the adverse effects except: a. Low absorption of Calcium in the blood. b. Low absorption of Iron in the blood. c. Enhance peristalsis movement. d. Low absorption of Vitamin B12 levels in the blood.

c. Enhance peristalsis movement.

In order to prevent osteoporosis, these foods must be added in the diet of the adults: a. Brocolli b. All of the above. c. Milk d. Spinach

b. All of the above.

The recommended daily intake of fat among ages 4 -6 years is: a. 5 level tsp b. 6 level tsp c. 2 level tsp d. 3 level tsp

b. 6 level tsp

The calcium allowance of a 19 year old female is: a. 900 mg b. 600 mg c. 800 mg d. 700 mg

b. 600 mg

The average protein allowance for lactating mother is: a. 20 gms b. 40.2 gms c. 10.2 gms d. 30 gms

a. 20 gms

The recommended daily servings of rice among ages 7 -9 years old is: a. 2/3 cups b. ½ cups c. 5 % 1/3 cups d. 4 & ¾ cups

d. 4 & ¾ cups

A decrease in calorie intake should be considered in the elderly due to decrease of physical activity and basal metabolism. Among the percentage shown below, which one is correct? a. 7.5 % for ages 55 – 65 years old b. 3% for ages 45 – 55 years old. c. None of the above. d. 20 % for ages 65 years and above.

a. 7.5 % for ages 55 – 65 years old

It is a common nutritional problem among adolescents: a. Kyphosis b. Dawdling c. Lordosis d. Skin problems

d. Skin problems

This is a very common condition in infancy where there is an acute paroxysm, fussing, crying and irritability that would last up to 3 months. a. Allergy b. Diarrhea c. Vomiting d. Colic

d. Colic

Among the choices given, which step helps the baby adjust to a new introduced food? a. Begin with thin lugaw, then mashed food, next is thick lugaw then chopped and thinly sliced food. b. Begin with mashed food then move to chopped thinly sliced food, next is thin lugaw and lastly thick lugaw. c. Begin with thin lugaw, move on to the thicker lugaw, add steP by step mashed, chopped and thinly sliced food. d. Begin with mashed food, move to thin lugaw to thicker one then chopped and thinly sliced food.

a. Begin with thin lugaw, then mashed food, next is thick lugaw then chopped and thinly sliced food.

The following choices are causes of inadequate meals among school – age children: a. Early arrival of school service b. Late bed riser c. Rush in preparing oneself to school d. All of the above.

d. All of the above.

Fat greatly contributes in maternal weight gain. What is its weight in pound during this period? a. 3.0 lbs. b. 9.0 lbs. c. 2.0 lbs. d. 7.5 lbs

d. 7.5 lbs

This is a kind of milk which has a high content of protein, has laxative and contains antibodies that prevents babies against infection: a. Evaporated milk b. Hind milk c. Foremilk d. Colostrum

d. Colostrum

Anxiety, confusion, insecurity and loneliness are common among old age. To get rid of these problems encourage them to: a. Stay at home and wait for their time to come. b. Go to casino to enjoy life. c. Keep up with a group. d. Enroll them to home care.

c. Keep up with a group.

Which of the following foods should be added in the diet of the teenagers to compensate their busy days? a. Rice and root crops b. All of the above c. Liver, green leafy vegetables d. Beans, meat, fish and milk

b. All of the above

How many eggs should a breastfeeding mother must consume per week? a. 1 pc 4-5 times a week b. 2 pcs 3-4 times a week c. 3 pcs 2-4 times a week d. 1 pc 3-4 times a week

d. 1 pc 3-4 times a week

Deficiency of this vitamin during infancy will lead to a syndrome characterized by convulsion: a. Vitamin K b. Vitamin 12 c. Vitamin 6 d. Vitamin 1

c. Vitamin 6

The protein requirement for ages 10 – 12 years old is: a. 43 – 48 gm b. 70 gm c. 37 gm d. 80 gm

a. 43 – 48 gm

The additional protein allowance during pregnancy must be increased. In this case, pregnant adolescent is required to have a total protein intake of: a. 73 gms./ day b. 68 gms./ day c. 63 gms./ day d. 9 gms./ day

a. 73 gms./ day

When assessed, the BMI of a primipara is 28. To prevent complications of pregnancy the nurse recommended a weight gain of: a. 15 – 25 lbs. b. 15 lbs. c. 25 – 35 lbs. d. 28 – 40 lbs.

a. 15 – 25 lbs.

This is recommended protein intake by WHO to infants ages 6 – 12 months: a. 1.5 – 2.5 gms. b. 2.5 – 3.0 gms c. 1.5 – 2 gms. d. 2 – 2.5 gms.

c. 1.5 – 2 gms.

Stored iron in infants is sufficient until: a. 4 months b. 2 months c. 8 months d. 6 months

a. 4 months

. Sleeping pattern among elderly is being altered. One way of helping them is to: a. Encourage drinking tea before bedtime. b. Offer some comfort foods while they time is still young. c. Give them warm milk just before going to bed. d. All of the above.

c. Give them warm milk just before going to bed.

This is known as the “won’t eat era”: a. Preschool b. Adolescence c. Infancy d. School – age

a. Preschool

Burping can be done in many ways. Among the choices which one is not recommended? a. Positioning the baby upside down b. Allow the baby to sit on the lap and tap the back gently c. Positioning the baby over the shoulder and gently tapping the back d. Positioning the baby in supine position and gently massaging the abdomen

a. Positioning the baby upside down

According to NGF 2000, the daily food consumption of sugar among adults is: a. 7 – 8 teaspoons b. 4 – 6 teaspoons c. 6 – 8 teaspoons d. 5 – 8 teaspoons

d. 5 – 8 teaspoons

59. This vitamin is especially important during organogenesis and is needed to ensure good vision: a. Vitamin K b. Vitamin E c. Vitamin A d. Vitamin B12

c. Vitamin A

60. As recommended by PH RDA, ascorbic acid allowance for ages 7 -9 years old is: a. 85 mg b. 55 mg c. 65 mg d. 75 mg

b. 55 mg Correct Answer: 35 mg (wala sa choices)

This vitamin has been found to have much value in preventing nausea and vomiting associated with childbearing: a. Vitamin K b. Vitamin B6 c. Vitamin B12 d. Vitamin A

b. Vitamin B6

It is a nutritional issue commonly experienced among adults which may cause the spine to compress then later collapse: a. Lordosis b. Arthritis c. Dowager’s hump d. Fragmented fracture

d. Fragmented fracture

Which of the following is a common feeding problem of a preschooler? a. Sweet tooth b. Vomiting c. Aversion to some foods d. Missing breakfast

c. Aversion to some foods

To manage a pre-school child who is dawdling the following must be considered: a. Punish the child when food is not finished. b. Let the child enjoy eating. c. Urge the child to pay attention to the food. d. Force the child to finish the food fast.

b. Let the child enjoy eating.

A 15 year old boy weighs 44 kgs. His calorie allowance should be: a. 110 kcal b. 210 kcal c. 410 kcal d. 310 kcal

d. 310 kcal

The following choices are advantages of breastfeeding, which one is not? a. It is economical b. It causes allergies c. It is best for babies d. It reduces babies’ risk of infection

b. It causes allergies

As recommended by UNICEF, breastfeeding must be started immediately: a. 30 minutes after birth b. 1 hour after birth c. 2 hours after birth d. 3 hours after birth

b. 1 hour after birth

The recommended daily intake of green leafy veggies for adolescents is: a. ¾ cup b. 1 cup c. 2/3 cup d. ½ cup

a. ¾ cup

During physical assessment you have noticed that your 78 years old patient has no teeth at all. In food preparation you must include this in her food tray: a. Vegetable soup b. Chopped meat or flake fish c. Sliced or chopped vegetables d. All of the above

d. All of the above

As early as 2nd trimester of pregnancy the feet of primipara is already edematous. As per advise, this mineral must be restricted to her diet: a. Sodium b. Potassium c. Iron d. Calcium

a. Sodium