Question 1

What is the primary protein in human breast milk?

Accepted Answer

A)   casein
B)   lactose
C)   albumin
D)   alpha-lactalbuminE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

How much more total energy does a normal-weight 10 year old need versus a 1 year old?

Accepted Answer

A)   25 percent
B)   50 percent
C)   150 percent
D)   200 percentE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Describe the growth curve of infants from birth to 1 year. Compare the energy needs of this age group with that of adults.

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Question 4

Which of the following beverages is consumed in smaller quantities by those adolescents who dine with their parents?

Accepted Answer

A)   energy drinks
B)   milk
C)   fruit juice
D)   soft drinksE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Jenny is a 13-year-old who follows a vegan diet. She has not been performing as well as her non-vegetarian study friend on math tests. The teacher tells Jenny's mom that she does not appear focused during lessons and can't seem to concentrate on her schoolwork. Which of the following may provide a likely explanation?

Accepted Answer

A)   The diet doesn't provide enough energy for her to stay alert.
B)   The diet provides insufficient bioavailable iron and she many be anemic.
C)   The diet contains insufficient calcium and protein, which impairs intellectual performance.
D)   The high fibre content of a vegan diet that promotes stool formation increases the urge to evacuate, which interferes with her ability to concentrate.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Which of the following is a nutrition-related problem associated with drug abuse?

Accepted Answer

A)   higher intakes of food during "highs"
B)   higher intakes of carotene-rich foods, causing skin to change colour
C)   higher body weights than non-smokers
D)   higher incidences of appetite suppressionE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

At what age does the normal infant first develop the ability to swallow solid food?

Accepted Answer

A)   3-5 weeks
B)   26-32 weeks
C)   4-6 months
D)   9-12 monthsE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Explain the appropriate procedure for introducing new foods to children.

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Question 9

When does the adolescent growth spurt begin for females?

Accepted Answer

A)   10 - 11 years of age
B)   11 - 12 years of age
C)   12 - 13 years of age
D)   13 - 14 years of ageE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Which of the following proteins is lactadherin?

Accepted Answer

A)   an iron-binding protein in breast milk
B)   a vitamin D-binding protein in breast milk
C)   a breast milk protein that inactivates a GI virus that causes diarrhea
D)   a protein supplement to infant formulas that simulates the digestibility properties of alpha-lactalbuminE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Approximately how much does an infant's length increase during the first year of life?

Accepted Answer

A)   15 cm
B)   25 cm
C)   40 cm
D)   55 cmE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is the primary factor in the development of milk anemia?

Accepted Answer

A)   impaired absorption of iron
B)   excessive intake of cow's milk
C)   low iron content of breast milk
D)   insufficient intake of whole cow's milkE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Discuss the contribution of television exposure and video games to obesity in children.

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Question 14

List 2 healthful snacks from each of the food groups: grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, and meats/legumes.

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Question 15

What is the chief reason that breast-fed infants usually need to eat more frequently than formula-fed infants?

Accepted Answer

A)   Breast milk contains less fat.
B)   Breast milk is digested faster.
C)   Breast milk is less nutrient dense.
D)   The amount of milk consumed per feeding is lower in breast-fed infants.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Describe the difference in physical traits of obese children and their normal-weight peers.

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Question 17

Discuss guidelines for introducing first foods to an infant.

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Question 18

Which of the following is an effective strategy for dealing with obesity in a child?

Accepted Answer

A)   Encourage the individual to eat quickly and then leave the table.
B)   Institute new eating habits such as teaching the individual to clean the food plate.
C)   Engage the individual in at least 1 hour per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
D)   Take control and strongly encourage the individual to lose weight by limiting food intake and regular vigorous exercise.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

A life-threatening whole-body allergic reaction is known as which of the following terms?

Accepted Answer

A)   anaphylactic shock
B)   hyperhistamine response
C)   hyporespiratory syndrome
D)   wheezing food intoleranceE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Which of the following combinations would be an excellent snack for a teenager?

Accepted Answer

A)   corn chips and salsa
B)   beef jerky and an energy drink
C)   pizza and fruit punch
D)   low fat cheese and whole-grain crackersE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

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