Question 1

The phase of life in which the least growth and development occur is:

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Adulthood is the phase in which the least growth and development occur because most physical, cognitive, and emotional changes occur during childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. Once individuals reach middle age, growth and development tend to slow down. However, personal growth and development can still occur in adulthood through experiences and learning, but it is not at the same level as in earlier stages of life.

Question 2

Ideally premature infants should be fed breast milk fortified with extra:

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Premature infants require additional protein, vitamins, and minerals to support their growth and development. Fortifying breast milk with these nutrients can help meet their increased nutritional needs.

Question 3

Infants usually triple their birth weight by age:

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Infants usually triple their birth weight by 12 months or one year old.

Question 4

Compared with breast-fed infants, bottle-fed infants are more likely to:

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Bottle-fed infants are more likely to become overweight as children due to factors such as the ability to consume larger quantities of formula compared to breast milk, differences in the composition of formula versus breast milk, and the potential for overfeeding by caregivers.

Question 5

After birth, an infant's fetal store of iron is diminished within:

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Question 6

A measurement that is used as a valuable indicator of infant growth is:

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Head circumference is a useful measure of infant growth because the head grows rapidly during the first year of life, reflecting brain development. It can also be useful in diagnosing certain conditions such as microcephaly or macrocephaly. Basal metabolic rate, chest circumference, and triceps skinfold thickness are not commonly used measurements for assessing infant growth.

Question 7

The percentage of an infant's body weight that is composed of water is:

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Infants have a higher percentage of their body weight composed of water, approximately 70% to 75%, compared to adults. This high water content is due to a greater proportion of extracellular fluid in infants.

Question 8

In addition to bone and tooth development, an important function served by calcium in growing children is:

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Calcium plays an important role in blood clotting by activating various enzymes and proteins involved in the process. This is particularly important for growing children, as they are more susceptible to injuries and bleeding due to physical activity.

Question 9

Emotional growth is measured by the child's ability to:

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Question 10

The key developmental task for infants is establishment of:

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The key developmental task for infants, according to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, is the establishment of trust. This is the first stage in his theory, which covers the period from birth to 18 months. During this time, infants learn to develop trust in their caregivers and the world around them. This is crucial for their overall sense of security and wellbeing, and lays the foundation for later stages of development. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 11

Social and cultural growth is measured by the child's ability to:

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Social and cultural growth is primarily concerned with a child's ability to interact and communicate effectively with others. Getting along with others is an essential aspect of this skill and is therefore the best choice to measure social and cultural growth. While contributing to the family and eating at the table with others may also be indicative of social and cultural growth, they are not as direct or comprehensive as the ability to get along with others. Handling frustration is more related to emotional growth and is not a direct measure of social and cultural growth.

Question 12

Growth is usually slow and erratic during:

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Question 13

Development is defined as:

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Development refers to the process by which tissues and organs take on more complex function, often involving differentiation and specialization of cells. It can encompass various aspects such as physical, mental, emotional, and social growth. However, the most appropriate definition would be option B as it focuses on the biological and structural changes that occur during development.

Question 14

The nutrient that provides building material for tissue growth is:

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Proteins are the nutrients that provide building material for tissue growth. They are made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of tissues such as muscles, bones, skin, and organs. Carbohydrates and fats are used primarily for energy, while vitamins are essential for various bodily functions but do not provide building material for tissue growth.

Question 15

An infant will usually double his or her birth weight in:

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The average infant will typically double their birth weight at around 6 months of age. While some infants may reach this milestone earlier or later, 6 months is the typical timeframe.

Question 16

A large amount of an infant's total body water lies:

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Question 17

The greatest proportion of kcalories in growing children is expended toward:

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The greatest proportion of calories in growing children is expended toward basal metabolic needs, which include the basic functions necessary to maintain life such as breathing, circulating blood, and cell production. This is because even though children are growing and may be very active, the energy required to maintain basic bodily functions is still the largest part of their total energy expenditure.

Question 18

By his or her first birthday, an infant who weighed 3 kg at birth would be expected to weigh about:

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By their first birthday, infants are expected to triple their birth weight. Therefore, an infant who weighed 3 kg at birth would be expected to weigh about 9 kg.

Question 19

A good way to monitor a child's physical growth is by:

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Checking height and weight periodically allows for objective measurements of a child's physical growth over time. Asking parents about progress or determining speech patterns do not directly relate to physical growth. Taking periodic x-rays may be necessary for certain medical conditions but is not necessary for general monitoring of physical growth.

Question 20

The percentage of a 5-year-old child's daily kcalorie intake that is used for tissue growth is about:

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About 12% of a 5-year-old child's daily calorie intake is used for tissue growth. This reflects the energy needs associated with the growth and development occurring at this age.

Quiz 12: Nutrition for Normal Growth and Development