Chapter 15 Nutrition Through the Lifecycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

Chapter 15  Nutrition Through the Lifecycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

Multiple-Choice Questions

1) The development of which system is particularly dependent on adequate consumption of fat during the toddler years?

1. A) digestive
2. B) nervous
3. C) skeletal
4. D) urinary

Answer:  B

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2) The most common nutrient deficiency in young children is caused by inadequate consumption of

1. A) calcium.
2. B) iron.
3. C) folate.
4. D) zinc.

Answer:  B

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Skill:  Factual

3) Which of the following foods would be the BEST source of dietary calcium for a young toddler?

1. A) spinach
2. B) skim milk
3. C) whole milk
4. D) yogurt

Answer:  C

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4) For proper growth and development, toddlers should consume a minimum of what percentage of their total daily energy intake as fat?

1. A) 30 percent
2. B) 45 percent
3. C) 50 percent
4. D) 55 percent

Answer:  A

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5) Which of the following is NOT a recommendation to avoid allergies in children?

1. A) If a child has a negative reaction to a food, never offer it to that child again.
2. B) Introduce new foods one at a time.
3. C) Rotate foods in the diet rather than serving them every day.
4. D) When introducing a new food, watch for any allergic reaction for a week before offering another new food.

Answer:  A

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Skill:  Applied