Question 1

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​A mandatory Medicaid service to improve the health status of children from low-income families

Accepted Answer

EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment) is a mandatory Medicaid service designed to improve the health of low-income children by providing comprehensive and preventive health care services.

Question 2

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls above the 95^th percentile

Accepted Answer

The term "obese" refers to someone who has a high amount of body fat relative to their height and weight.

Answer: H
 "Failure to thrive" is a term used to describe infants or young children who are not growing or gaining weight as expected for their age.

Answer: G
 "Folate supplementation" refers to taking a vitamin supplement or eating foods that are high in folate (a B vitamin) in order to prevent birth defects in the baby.

Answer: A
 EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment) is a Medicaid program that provides preventative health screenings and healthcare services for children under the age of 21.

Answer: D
 "Iron deficiency" is a condition where the body does not have enough iron, which can lead to anemia and other health problems. It is common in infants and young children who are not getting enough iron in their diet.

Answer: E
 Title V is a federal program that provides funding for maternal and child health programs, including prenatal care, infant and child health services, and services for children with special health needs.

Answer: F
 La Leche League is an international organization that provides support and education for breastfeeding mothers.

Question 3

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Has program of peer counseling for breastfeeding promotion

Accepted Answer

La Leche League is an organization that provides peer counseling and other resources to promote breastfeeding.

Answer: B
 EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) is a program that aims to promote healthy eating behaviors, including breastfeeding, among low-income families.

Answer: C
 Obesity is a condition characterized by excess body fat and is often associated with adverse health outcomes such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

Answer: D
 Iron deficiency is a condition that occurs when the body doesn't have enough iron to produce hemoglobin, leading to decreased oxygen-carrying capacity and other health problems.

Answer: E
 Title V is a federal program that supports maternal and child health programs, including those that provide preventative care and health services to low-income families.

Answer: G
 Folate supplementation is the practice of taking folic acid supplements to prevent birth defects in developing fetuses and to reduce the risk of certain diseases in adults.

Answer: H
 Failure to thrive is a condition in which a child doesn't grow or gain weight at the expected rate, often due to malnutrition or underlying medical conditions.

Question 4

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​The beverage that is transitioned to if an infant is weaned from breast milk within first year of its life

Accepted Answer

Infant formula is the beverage that is transitioned to if an infant is weaned from breast milk within the first year of its life.

A) Colostrum is the first milk produced by mammalian mothers during the initial days after giving birth. It is not a beverage that an infant is weaned to.

B) Bifidus factor is a probiotic found in breast milk and some formulas.

C) Lactoferrin is a protein found in breast milk and some formulas.

E) Cow's milk is not recommended as the sole beverage for infants under 1 year old due to its high protein and mineral content that can put a strain on their developing kidneys.

F) 4 to 6 months is the age when infants can begin to be introduced to solid foods alongside breast milk or formula, not a transition from breast milk to formula.

G) 6 to 8 months is when infants begin to eat more solid foods and require less breast milk or formula, but they are not yet weaned from it entirely.

H) 8 to 10 months is when infants may start drinking less formula or breast milk and more water or other beverages, but they are not yet fully weaned from it.

I) 10 to 12 months is when infants are getting most of their nutrition from solid foods but may still be drinking some breast milk or formula.

Question 5

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once.
-​Complete health care for anyone with an income <138% of poverty level

Accepted Answer

Medicaid provides complete health care for anyone with an income <138% of poverty level.

Answer: H 
 WIC provides nutrition assistance, education, and support for low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and young children up to age 5.

Question 6

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Nutrition education program for low-income families

Accepted Answer

EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) is a nutrition education program for low-income families.

Answer: D
 Iron deficiency is a condition characterized by a lack of iron in the body, which can lead to anemia.

Answer: E
 Title V is a federal program that provides funding for maternal and child health services.

Answer: H
 Failure to thrive is a medical condition in which a child's growth slows down or stops, typically due to insufficient nutrition.

Question 7

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Present in both breast milk and pre milk; favors the growth of the "friendly" bacteria in the infant's digestive tract so harmful bacteria cannot grow there

Accepted Answer

The bifidus factor is known for promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in the infant's digestive tract, which helps prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. This factor is present in both colostrum and mature breast milk.

Question 8

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Beverage that may be introduced to an infant's diet after the infant is one-year-old

Accepted Answer

Cow's milk can be introduced to an infant's diet after the infant is one-year-old.

Note: None of the terms in the right column match the descriptions in the left column regarding the appropriate age for introducing a beverage to an infant's diet. The other terms are related to breast milk, formula, and specific components found in them.

Question 9

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Powerful antibacterial agent in breast milk the helps protect the infant against infection

Accepted Answer

Lactoferrin is a powerful antimicrobial agent found in breast milk that helps protect infants from infection.

Question 10

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Prevention of neural tube defects

Accepted Answer

Folate supplementation has been shown to prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses.

Answer: A and E
 EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment) and Title V are both programs aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, including preventative measures.

Answer: D
 Iron deficiency is a common nutritional deficiency, particularly in women and children, and can have negative impacts on health if left untreated.

Answer: H
 Failure to thrive is a condition in children where they do not gain weight or grow at a normal rate, often due to underlying health conditions or inadequate nutrition.

Answer: C
 Being obese increases the risk for many health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

Question 11

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Age at which iron-fortified rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables may be introduced for an infant

Accepted Answer

4 to 6 months is the age at which iron-fortified rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables may be introduced for an infant.

Answer: D
 Infant formula is a type of formula specifically designed for infants who are not being breastfed.

Answer: H
 8 to 10 months is the age at which infants may be introduced to cow's milk as a supplement to breast milk or formula.

Answer: A
 Colostrum is the first milk produced by the mother after giving birth, which is high in nutrients and antibodies.

Answer: C
 Lactoferrin is a protein found in breast milk that plays a role in the immune system and helps absorb iron.

Answer: B
 Bifidus factor is a type of carbohydrate found in breast milk that promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in the infant's gut.

Answer: I
 10 to 12 months is the age at which infants may be introduced to finger foods and other table foods in addition to breast milk, formula, and pureed foods.

Question 12

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once.
-​Monthly food package of fruits, vegetables, meats, infant formula, beans and other available foods

Accepted Answer

The answer of ​Match the federal nutrition and health care...

Question 13

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once.
-​Health screenings, dental checks, health education, and hearing and vision test for children up to 18 years of age

Accepted Answer

EPSDT, or Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment program is a component of Medicaid that provides comprehensive health screenings and assessments for children up to 18 years of age, including dental checks, health education, and hearing and vision tests. The other programs listed do not provide these specific services.

Question 14

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once.
-​Nutrition education for persons with incomes at or below 125% of poverty level who have children under 19 years of age

Accepted Answer

EFNEP provides nutrition education for persons with low incomes who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have children under the age of 19. The eligibility requirement is that they must have an income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level.

Question 15

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​The only federal program concerned exclusively with the health of mothers, infants, and children

Accepted Answer

Title V is the only federal program specifically dedicated to promoting the health of mothers, infants, and children. It provides funding to states to improve maternal and child health.

Question 16

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once.
-​Prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women with incomes <185% of poverty level

Accepted Answer

Prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women with incomes <185% of poverty level is provided by the Healthy Start program.

Question 17

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls below the 5^th percentile

Accepted Answer

Failure to thrive is a term used to describe infants whose weight-for-length falls below the 5th percentile.

Answer: D
 Iron deficiency is a condition characterized by low levels of iron in the body and is often associated with anemia.

Answer: E
 Title V is a federal program that provides funding to states to improve the health and well-being of mothers and children.

Answer: C
 Obesity is a medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that can have negative health effects.

Answer: G
 Folate supplementation is the process of taking folate supplements to help prevent folate deficiency and its associated health problems.

Answer: A
 EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment) is a federal program that provides preventive healthcare services to children under the age of 21 who are enrolled in Medicaid.

Answer: F
 La Leche League is an international nonprofit organization that provides support and education to breastfeeding mothers.

Answer: B
 EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) is a federal program that provides nutrition education to low-income individuals and families.

Question 18

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​A pre milk substance produced during the first two or three days of lactation; contains antibodies and white blood cells from the mother's blood

Accepted Answer

Colostrum is the pre milk substance produced during the first two or three days of lactation that contains antibodies and white blood cells from the mother's blood.

Answer: B
 Bifidus factor is not associated with any of the given descriptions.

Answer: A
 Lactoferrin is not associated with the description given.

Answer: D
 Infant formula is not associated with the descriptions given.

Answer: E
 Cow's milk is not associated with the descriptions given.

Answer: H
 The age range of 8 to 10 months is not associated with any of the given terms.

Answer: I
 The age range of 10 to 12 months is not associated with any of the given terms.

Question 19

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Rates are higher among pregnant adolescents

Accepted Answer

Iron deficiency rates are higher among pregnant adolescents due to increased iron demands during pregnancy.

Question 20

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once.
-​Age at which protein foods, such as yogurt, chopped meats, and egg yolks, as well as toast and teething crackers may be introduced for an infant

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the descriptions in the left column...

Quiz 11: Mothers and Infants: Nutrition Assessment, Services, and Programs

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -A mandatory Medicaid service to improve the health status of children from low-income families

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls above the 95^th percentile

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Has program of peer counseling for breastfeeding promotion

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -The beverage that is transitioned to if an infant is weaned from breast milk within first year of its life

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Complete health care for anyone with an income <138% of poverty level

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Nutrition education program for low-income families

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Present in both breast milk and pre milk; favors the growth of the "friendly" bacteria in the infant's digestive tract so harmful bacteria cannot grow there

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Beverage that may be introduced to an infant's diet after the infant is one-year-old

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Powerful antibacterial agent in breast milk the helps protect the infant against infection

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Prevention of neural tube defects

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Age at which iron-fortified rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables may be introduced for an infant

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Monthly food package of fruits, vegetables, meats, infant formula, beans and other available foods

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Health screenings, dental checks, health education, and hearing and vision test for children up to 18 years of age

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -The only federal program concerned exclusively with the health of mothers, infants, and children

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women with incomes <185% of poverty level

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls below the 5^th percentile

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -A pre milk substance produced during the first two or three days of lactation; contains antibodies and white blood cells from the mother's blood

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Rates are higher among pregnant adolescents

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Age at which protein foods, such as yogurt, chopped meats, and egg yolks, as well as toast and teething crackers may be introduced for an infant

Quiz 11: Mothers and Infants: Nutrition Assessment, Services, and Programs

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​A mandatory Medicaid service to improve the health status of children from low-income families

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​An infant whose weight-for-length falls above the 95th percentile

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Has program of peer counseling for breastfeeding promotion

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​The beverage that is transitioned to if an infant is weaned from breast milk within first year of its life

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -​Complete health care for anyone with an income <138% of poverty level

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Nutrition education program for low-income families

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Present in both breast milk and pre milk; favors the growth of the "friendly" bacteria in the infant's digestive tract so harmful bacteria cannot grow there

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Beverage that may be introduced to an infant's diet after the infant is one-year-old

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Powerful antibacterial agent in breast milk the helps protect the infant against infection

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Prevention of neural tube defects

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Age at which iron-fortified rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables may be introduced for an infant

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -​Monthly food package of fruits, vegetables, meats, infant formula, beans and other available foods

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​The only federal program concerned exclusively with the health of mothers, infants, and children

​Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -​Prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women with incomes <185% of poverty level

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​An infant whose weight-for-length falls below the 5th percentile

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​A pre milk substance produced during the first two or three days of lactation; contains antibodies and white blood cells from the mother's blood

​Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Rates are higher among pregnant adolescents

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -​Age at which protein foods, such as yogurt, chopped meats, and egg yolks, as well as toast and teething crackers may be introduced for an infant

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -A mandatory Medicaid service to improve the health status of children from low-income families

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls above the 95^th percentile

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Has program of peer counseling for breastfeeding promotion

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -The beverage that is transitioned to if an infant is weaned from breast milk within first year of its life

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Complete health care for anyone with an income <138% of poverty level

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Nutrition education program for low-income families

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Present in both breast milk and pre milk; favors the growth of the "friendly" bacteria in the infant's digestive tract so harmful bacteria cannot grow there

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Beverage that may be introduced to an infant's diet after the infant is one-year-old

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Powerful antibacterial agent in breast milk the helps protect the infant against infection

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Prevention of neural tube defects

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Age at which iron-fortified rice cereal and pureed fruits and vegetables may be introduced for an infant

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Monthly food package of fruits, vegetables, meats, infant formula, beans and other available foods

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -The only federal program concerned exclusively with the health of mothers, infants, and children

Match the federal nutrition and health care program in the right column with the services and/or eligibility requirement provided in the left column. Options will be used only once. -Prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women with incomes <185% of poverty level

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -An infant whose weight-for-length falls below the 5^th percentile

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -A pre milk substance produced during the first two or three days of lactation; contains antibodies and white blood cells from the mother's blood

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Rates are higher among pregnant adolescents

Match the descriptions in the left column with the most closely associated terms in the right column. Options will be used only once. -Age at which protein foods, such as yogurt, chopped meats, and egg yolks, as well as toast and teething crackers may be introduced for an infant