Measurements that are used to track a child's growth over time include:
a. BMI.
b. weight.
c. head circumference.
d. height.
e. All of the above
Q. 2Stature means _____.
a. weight in proportion to height
b. standing height
c. weight considering amount of fat storage
d. None of the above
Q. 3On average, toddlers gain 8 oz/month and preschoolers gain _____ lb/year.
a. 4.4
b. 6.2
c. 8.3
d. 10.5
Q. 4When an infant reaches toddler age (1 year), her weight is _____ from her birth weight.
a. doubled
b. tripled
c. increased by 5
d. varied but has a minimum of 30 lbs gain
Q. 5Characteristics of preschool age children include:
a. increasing language skills.
b. expanding ability to control behavior.
c. increasing autonomy.
d. experiencing broader social circumstances.
e. All of the above
Q. 6An infant that is unable to swallow and is having gastrointestinal problems should not be given enteral feedings.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7Because the infant mortality rate has declined, the number of infant's also requiring nutrition services has declined.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 8Mealtime behavior and eating problems occur along with other behavioral and sensory problems in infants with autism.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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