At most, 25 of deaths of young children in developing countries are related to malnutrition and infection.
1.True
2.False
Q. 2Approximately 30 of the worlds population does not have access to a safe supply of water.
1.True
2.False
Q. 3All of the following are examples of successful efforts to reduce malnutrition EXCEPT:
1.vitamin A supplements and education.
2.iodization of salt.
3.introduction of MacDonalds fast food into many developing countries.
4.fortification of flour with iron.
Q. 4Solutions to ending malnutrition will depend on all of the following EXCEPT:
1.ability of humans to work together to achieve peace.
2.establishing the English language as the global language.
3.ability of humans to work together to achieve improved sanitation.
4.ability of humans to work together to achieve social equity for women and children.
Q. 5All of the following are described as root causes of malnutrition in developing countries EXCEPT:
1.the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
2.equal rights for women.
3.low levels of education.
4.unsafe water.
Q. 6All of the following are true regarding the relationship between malnutrition and infection EXCEPT:
1.malnutrition weakens the immune system.
2.bouts of diarrhea often accompany malnutrition.
3.poor sanitary conditions contribute to both malnutrition and infection.
4.low rates of breast-feeding decrease the spread of infection.
Q. 7All of the following are true regarding the effects of malnutrition during the first 2 years of life EXCEPT:
1.malnourished children will experience permanent delays in mental development.
2.refeeding can reverse any effects of malnutrition during this time.
3.the severity of the mental delays depends on the duration of malnutrition.
4.the psychological effects can last until adulthood.
Q. 8Which of these vitamin deficiencies are considered priority problems in developing countries?
1.vitamin A and folate deficiencies
2.vitamin C and vitamin D deficiencies
3.vitamin A and vitamin D deficiencies
4.vitamin C and folate deficiencies
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