Undernutrition does not influence cognitive development over time because cognition is 100 genetically programmed.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2One of the most positive influences a parent can have on their child's eating habits would be:
a. acting as a role model.
b. putting them in daycare so they can learn eating habits from others.
c. controlling their food intake.
d. serving children the same size portions they eat.
e. All of the above
Q. 3After observing several family meals, you notice that the parents continually praise their children for cleaning their plates. They are:
a. unconsciously rewarding the children for eating.
b. altering the children's ability to self regulate food intake.
c. encouraging their children to be good eaters by offering praise.
d. All of the above
e. a and b
Q. 4Target behaviors in the prevention of overweight or obesity from birth would include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. limiting sugary beverages.
b. encouraging consumption of fruits and vegetables.
c. skipping breakfast every day.
d. limiting portion sizes.
e. eating a fiber-rich diet.
Q. 5According to Ellyn Satter, which of the following would be considered a common mistake that a parent might make when feeding a toddler?
a. Parents don't allow the child to determine how much or whether they want to eat.
b. Parents allow the child to determine what food to eat and where the food is eaten.
c. Parents don't provide appropriate eating environments at home and elsewhere.
d. All of the above are common mistakes that parents make when feeding toddlers.
e. b and c only
Q. 6In general, children ages 1-5 tend to consume more than enough of most nutrients in their diets EXCEPT _____.
a. calcium and zinc
b. fat and carbohydrate
c. vitamin C and iron
d. vitamin A and fluoride
e. iron and vitamin D
Q. 7The prevalence of iron deficiency is highest in what two groups of children?
a. African American and Mexican American
b. African American and white
c. White and Mexican American
d. White and African American
e. Mexican American and white
Q. 8Parents can influence the eating behaviors of toddlers in which of the following ways?
a. What they bring into the house and have available to eat
b. How they prepare food and when they serve it
c. Their attitudes and behaviors around food
d. All of the above
e. a and b only
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