Question 1

Prior to a growth spurt,_____.

Accepted Answer

Prior to a growth spurt, the body requires more nutrients to support growth, which causes an increase in appetite and food intake. This is because the body is preparing for the rapid physical changes that come with the growth spurt.

Question 2

Sarah wants to provide her children with a healthy,kid-friendly snack.Which food would be a good choice?

Accepted Answer

Low-fat yogurt with fresh fruit would be the best choice as it is both healthy and kid-friendly. It provides a good source of calcium and protein while also being a tasty snack. The other options, such as corn chips, gummy fruit-flavored snacks, ice cream sundaes, and chocolate wafers with cream filling are either high in sugar, fat or lack nutrients, and are not ideal for a healthy snack.

Question 3

Inadequate intake of _____ during the growing years is related to increased risk of osteoporosis later in life.

Accepted Answer

Adequate intake of both vitamin D and calcium during the growing years plays a critical role in bone health and development. Insufficient intake of these nutrients during childhood and adolescence can increase the risk of developing osteoporosis later in life. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for building and maintaining strong bones. Calcium is also important for other body functions, such as muscle contraction and nerve function. Therefore, inadequate intake of these nutrients can have far-reaching consequences for overall health, particularly bone health.

Question 4

The development of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents is associated with regular intake of _____ foods.

Accepted Answer

Regular intake of energy-dense and high-sugar foods is associated with the development of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents. Nutrient-dense foods can also contribute to weight gain if consumed in excess, but they do not play as significant of a role as energy-dense and high-sugar foods.

Question 5

The adolescent growth spurt usually occurs in girls between the ages of _____ years.

Accepted Answer

The adolescent growth spurt in girls typically occurs between the ages of 9 and 12 years, marking the onset of puberty and rapid physical development.

Question 6

The adolescent growth spurt usually occurs in girls between the ages of _____ years.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The adolescent growth spurt usually occurs in...

Question 7

Inadequate _____ intake and excess consumption of sugary foods places children and teens at high risk of developing dental decay and related dental health problems.

Accepted Answer

Fluoride is essential in promoting dental health, as it strengthens tooth enamel and makes teeth more resistant to decay. Inadequate fluoride intake, coupled with excessive consumption of sugary foods, can increase the risk of dental decay and related dental health problems in children and teens. Adequate fluoride intake can be obtained through drinking fluoridated water or using fluoride toothpaste.

Question 8

The RDA for vitamin D for adolescent boys and girls is _____ mcg.

Accepted Answer

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin D for adolescent boys and girls is 15 mcg. This recommendation is based on the need to maintain bone health and ensure proper calcium absorption.

Question 9

The adolescent growth spurt generally begins for boys around the ages of _____ years.

Accepted Answer

The adolescent growth spurt for boys typically begins around 12 to 14 years of age, although it can start as early as 10 or as late as 16.

Question 10

Which nutrient is generally below recommended intake levels among female children and adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Iron is generally below recommended intake levels among female children and adolescents due to increased iron demands during menstruation and growth spurts, as well as inadequate dietary intake.

Question 11

From _____ years of age,boys are in a period of growth spurt; girls have usually achieved maximum growth; sleep reaches its adult pattern; and they have all their permanent teeth except wisdom teeth.

Accepted Answer

The answer of From _____ years of age,boys are in...

Question 12

Overall,diets of children and adolescents in the United States tend to provide too little _____.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that American children and adolescents do not consume enough calcium, which is essential for building strong bones and teeth. A lack of calcium in the diet can lead to conditions like osteoporosis later in life.

Question 13

In children and adolescents,_____ is defined as a BMI at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex.

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in children and adolescents, obesity is defined as having a BMI at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex. Therefore, the correct choice is D, obese.

Question 14

What age range is included in the CDC's growth charts for children and adolescents?

Accepted Answer

The CDC's growth charts for children and adolescents include the age range from 2 to 20 years.

Question 15

How many days per week are children encouraged to participate in strength-building exercises?

Accepted Answer

Children are encouraged to participate in strength-building exercises for at least 3 days per week. This recommendation comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Question 16

The RDA for children (4-8 years)for calcium is _____ mg.

Accepted Answer

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for calcium for children aged 4-8 years is 1,000 mg.

Question 17

How many days per week are children encouraged to participate in exercises that strengthen their bones?

Accepted Answer

Children are encouraged to participate in exercises that strengthen their bones for at least 3 days per week, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD).

Question 18

In children and adolescents,_____ is defined as a BMI at or above the 85th percentile and lower than the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex.

Accepted Answer

The definition provided matches with the classification of overweight in children and adolescents. Option A is incorrect as it denotes a BMI below the 5th percentile, option B denotes a BMI between the 5th and 84th percentile, option D denotes a BMI at or above the 95th percentile, and option E denotes a BMI at or above 120% of the 95th percentile.

Question 19

John just turned 9 years old and has had his weight and height carefully measured.He weighs 80 pounds and his height is 4 feet,6 inches.What is his BMI?

Accepted Answer

First, we need to convert John's weight and height into metric units: 
- Weight: 80 pounds x 0.4536 kg/pound = 36.3 kg 
- Height: (4 feet x 12 inches/foot + 6 inches) x 0.0254 m/inch = 1.37 m

Next, we can use the BMI formula: BMI = weight (kg) / height (m)^2 
Plugging in John's measurements: 
BMI = 36.3 kg / (1.37 m)^2 = 19.2 kg/m2

Therefore, the best choice is B.

Question 20

Approximately how many calories per day do boys generally need by age 18?

Accepted Answer

By age 18, boys generally need about 3,100 calories per day, though this can vary based on factors like activity level, metabolism, and overall health.

Quiz 30: Nutriton for Growing Years: Childhood and Adolescence

Prior to a growth spurt,_____.

Sarah wants to provide her children with a healthy,kid-friendly snack.Which food would be a good choice?

Inadequate intake of _____ during the growing years is related to increased risk of osteoporosis later in life.

The development of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents is associated with regular intake of _____ foods.

The adolescent growth spurt usually occurs in girls between the ages of _____ years.

The adolescent growth spurt usually occurs in girls between the ages of _____ years.

Inadequate _____ intake and excess consumption of sugary foods places children and teens at high risk of developing dental decay and related dental health problems.

The RDA for vitamin D for adolescent boys and girls is _____ mcg.

The adolescent growth spurt generally begins for boys around the ages of _____ years.

Which nutrient is generally below recommended intake levels among female children and adolescents?

From _____ years of age,boys are in a period of growth spurt; girls have usually achieved maximum growth; sleep reaches its adult pattern; and they have all their permanent teeth except wisdom teeth.

Overall,diets of children and adolescents in the United States tend to provide too little _____.

In children and adolescents,_____ is defined as a BMI at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex.

What age range is included in the CDC's growth charts for children and adolescents?

How many days per week are children encouraged to participate in strength-building exercises?

The RDA for children (4-8 years) for calcium is _____ mg.

How many days per week are children encouraged to participate in exercises that strengthen their bones?

In children and adolescents,_____ is defined as a BMI at or above the 85th percentile and lower than the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex.

John just turned 9 years old and has had his weight and height carefully measured.He weighs 80 pounds and his height is 4 feet,6 inches.What is his BMI?

Approximately how many calories per day do boys generally need by age 18?