The smallest living newborns who weigh 501-600 grams (1 pound 2 ounces to 1 pound 5 ounces) have a _____ chance of survival at birth.
a. 26
b. 31
c. 45
d. 56
e. 63
Q. 2The overall U.S. infant mortality rate decreased by _____ between 1980 and 2008.
a. 26
b. 31
c. 45
d. 56
e. 63
Q. 3Differences in preterm and term infant feeding include:
a. preterm infants may have oral hypersensitivity.
b. preterm infants accept food readily by mouth.
c. preterm infants have a more stable feeding position.
d. the central nervous system in preterm infants signals hunger prematurely.
e. All of the above
Q. 4There are many nutritional concerns in infants with special health care needs. Feeding problems may result from the disruption of the delivery of nutrients due to:
a. structure or functioning of the mouth or oral cavity.
b. instructions that were too complicated for parents to follow.
c. appetite being suppressed by medications or constipation.
d. inappropriate food choices or methods of preparation.
e. All of the above
Q. 5Which of the following programs would NOT be a source of nutrition services or finances to help pay for nutritional services for preterm infants or those with special health care needs?
a. WIC
b. Early Head Start
c. National Council on Pediatric Affairs (NCPA)
d. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
e. Federal disability programs
Q. 6Interventions are required to ensure adequate growth and development when feeding problems are identified in infancy. Which of the following would NOT be one of these interventions?
a. Assessing growth less frequently
b. Monitoring the infant's intake of all liquids and foods to ensure enough is being consumed
c. Changing the frequency and volume of feedings as needed
d. Changing the diet composition to improve nutrient density
e. Providing parent education or support
Q. 7An example of a central nervous system congenital anomaly is:
a. a heart malformation.
b. spina bifida.
c. cleft lip.
d. tracheoesophageal atresia.
e. autism.
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