Which of the following is true regarding energy metabolism of the preschool child?
a. Food intake is remarkably similar from meal to meal.
b. Overweight individuals have appetites similar to normal-weight individuals.
c. Energy needs per kg body weight increase from 1 year of age to 5 years of age.
d. A 1 year old who needs 800 kcal/day would require only about 1600 kcal at 6 years of age.
e. An active 10 year-old requires about 3200 kcal/day.
Q. 2What should be the first cereal introduced to the infant?
a. Oat
b. Corn
c. Rice
d. Wheat
e. Barley
Q. 3Why should new foods be introduced to an infant one at a time?
a. It prevents overfeeding.
b. Any allergic reactions can be detected.
c. Immunological protection hasn't been developed.
d. The swallowing reflex is not under voluntary control.
e. It reduces risk of upset stomach.
Q. 4Which of the following nutrients need to be supplied first by solid foods in a baby's diet?
a. Vitamin C and iron
b. Vitamin A and zinc
c. Vitamin B12 and fluoride
d. Vitamin E and magnesium
e. Sodium and manganese
Q. 5At what age does the normal infant first develop the ability to swallow nonliquid food?
a. 1 to 2 months
b. 2 to 4 months
c. 4 to 6 months
d. 6 to 9 months
e. 9 to 12 months
Q. 6Which of the following represents a good age to introduce solid foods to infants?
a. Two weeks
b. Two months
c. Five months
d. Nine months
e. One year
Q. 7Which of the following is true of RUTF?
a. It restores fluids.
b. It is powdered and must be rehydrated for use.
c. It is administered IV.
d. It is a paste made from local commodities.
e. Children dislike the taste and often must be forced to eat it.
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