Egg yolks provide nonheme iron.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2Which of the following groups are the MOST vulnerable to dehydration?
A) adolescents and children B) infants and the elderly
C) pregnant women and the elderly D) infants and pregnant women
Q. 3The American Academy of Pediatrics has stated that sweetened coffee drinks
A) are healthful beverage choices for children if diluted with milk.
B) should be reserved for occasional treats.
C) are an acceptable alternative to energy drinks for children.
D) have no place in a child's diet.
Q. 4Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding phosphorus?
A) Bacteria in the large intestine can break down the phosphorus from plant sources.
B) Humans absorb about 50 of phosphorus from plant sources.
C) On average, Americans do not consume enough phosphorus in their diets.
D) Phosphorus from animal sources is more readily absorbed than the phosphorus from plant sources.
Q. 5The drug metformin, which reduces blood glucose in children with type 2 diabetes,
A) inhibits the action of lipase and thus fat absorption.
B) is FDA-approved for pediatric weight loss.
C) modestly reduces body weight in children.
D) increases resting metabolic rate and suppresses appetite.
Q. 6Which of the following individuals is MOST at risk for a phosphorus deficiency?
A) an individual who is a vegetarian
B) an individual consuming vitamin D supplements
C) a premature infant
D) an individual suffering from kidney disease
Q. 7The developmental phase MOST characterized by picky eating, increased activity, developing chewing skills, and choking dangers is
A) adolescence. B) toddlerhood. C) infancy. D) childhood.
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