Question 1

The "G" in GOBI, a child survival plan set forth by UNICEF, stands for ____.

Accepted Answer

The "G" in GOBI stands for "growth charts," which are used to monitor children's growth as part of UNICEF's child survival plan. This strategy emphasizes the importance of tracking the physical development of children to ensure they are growing healthily and to identify any potential nutritional or health issues early on.

Question 2

What group of people is projected to grow to almost 1.5 billion by the year 2050?

Accepted Answer

According to demographic projections, the group of older adults (age 65 and over) is expected to grow rapidly and reach almost 1.5 billion by the year 2050. This is due to a combination of factors, including increased life expectancy and declining fertility rates in many countries.

Question 3

The global recommendation for infant feeding is for exclusive breastfeeding for the first ____ months of life.

Accepted Answer

The global recommendation by the World Health Organization (WHO) is for exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life to achieve optimal growth, development, and health.

Question 4

Achieving improved nutritional well-being worldwide requires broad action on many issues, including ____.

Accepted Answer

Promoting healthful diets and lifestyles is key to achieving improved nutritional well-being worldwide. Cultivating cash crops for others and borrowing money to maintain healthy living are not effective strategies and may even exacerbate the problem. Creating a governing infrastructure to move indigenous materials may be important, but it is lower on the priority list compared to promoting healthful diets and lifestyles.

Question 5

Any solution to the problems of poverty and hunger is incomplete and hopeless if it fails to address the role of ____ in developing countries.

Accepted Answer

Women play a crucial role in addressing poverty and hunger in developing countries, as they are often responsible for food production, family nutrition, and community welfare. Empowering women can lead to significant improvements in these areas.

Question 6

What best describes the International Code of Marketing of Breast milk Substitutes?

Accepted Answer

The International Code of Marketing of Breast milk Substitutes prohibits the promotion and distribution of free samples of infant formula to new mothers, as this can discourage breastfeeding and promote the use of formula. Offering formula and pacifiers only when breastfeeding is impossible is a recommendation, but not the main focus of the Code. The Code does not specifically address access to the infant nursery or the right to choose between formula-feeding and breastfeeding.

Question 7

Worldwide, more than ____ million children have lost one or both parents to AIDS.

Accepted Answer

As of my last update, more than 13 million children worldwide have lost one or both parents to AIDS. This figure reflects the significant impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic on families and communities globally.

Question 8

Oral rehydration therapy is a solution that includes ____.

Accepted Answer

Oral rehydration therapy is a solution that includes salt to replace sodium and potassium lost due to dehydration. Fruit juice and magnesium are not typically included in oral rehydration solutions, and formula is only appropriate for infants who are unable to consume other fluids.

Question 9

Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is used in the treatment of ____.

Accepted Answer

Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is a treatment for dehydration caused by diarrhea, which can lead to the loss of fluids and electrolytes in the body. It involves drinking a special solution of water, salts, and sugars that helps to replace lost fluids and electrolytes and restore hydration. ORT is an effective and low-cost treatment that has saved countless lives, especially in developing countries where access to medical care is limited. Protein-calorie malnutrition, goiter, and whooping cough are conditions that are not treated with ORT.

Question 10

Which nutrient is deficient in victims of the disease exophthalmia?

Accepted Answer

Exophthalmia is a condition characterized by bulging eyes and is caused by the deficiency of vitamin A.

Question 11

What is an example of a step anyone can take that would reduce their ecological footprint?

Accepted Answer

Eating local foods in season reduces the carbon footprint associated with food transportation and supports local farmers.

Question 12

Reducing the amount of goods and products used helps impact the rest of the world by ____.

Accepted Answer

When we reduce the amount of goods and products used, we also decrease the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. This has a positive impact on the environment and reduces the amount of space needed for landfills. Additionally, reducing the amount of goods we use can also lead to a decrease in the use of raw materials and energy needed for production, further benefiting the environment.

Question 13

Golden rice has the potential to lessen ____ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

Golden rice is genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, a source of vitamin A. Vitamin A deficiency is a significant health issue, particularly in developing countries, where diets lack adequate amounts of the nutrient. Golden rice has the potential to alleviate this deficiency and improve public health.

Question 14

International public health nutrition employment opportunities are most likely found in such organizations as ____.

Accepted Answer

International public health nutrition employment opportunities are most likely found in humanitarian organizations, which focus on improving public health in developing countries. Pharmaceutical companies, private universities, and health insurance companies may have some roles related to public health nutrition, but it is not their main focus.

Question 15

What describes a global factor affected by urbanization?

Accepted Answer

Urbanization often leads to lifestyle changes, including a decline in breastfeeding, as more women enter the workforce and adopt urban living habits.

Question 16

When giving immunizations to children, adequate protein must be available for the vaccines to be effective because the ____.

Accepted Answer

Vaccines are composed of protein antigens that stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against specific diseases. Adequate protein intake is necessary for the body to produce enough antibodies for a strong immune response to the vaccine. If there is not enough protein available, the body may break down the vaccine itself as a source of protein, reducing its effectiveness.

Question 17

What best describes a benefit of using genetically modified food?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

What describes why the breastfeeding weaning period is a dangerous time for infants?

Accepted Answer

During the weaning period, infants are introduced to new foods and drinks which may be prepared with contaminated water, which can cause infections and illnesses. The switch to solid foods also puts them at risk of choking, as their swallowing and chewing skills are not fully developed.

Question 19

The successful management of agricultural resources to satisfy changing human needs while maintaining the natural resource base and avoiding environmental degradation is known as ____.

Accepted Answer

Sustainable development refers to the balance between economic, social, and environmental factors to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This concept is particularly relevant in agriculture, where it is crucial to maintain the health of the natural resource base (soil, water, biodiversity) while providing food and other products for human use. Genetic engineering and the green revolution are specific technologies or agricultural movements that may contribute to sustainable development, but they are not synonymous with the overall concept. Industrialization, while often associated with increased productivity, can have negative impacts on the environment and may not prioritize sustainability.

Question 20

During the initial World Summit for Children, one of UNICEF's goals for nutrition and food security included _____.

Accepted Answer

UNICEF's goal for nutrition and food security during the initial World Summit for Children was to achieve a 50% reduction in the levels of low-birth weight infants. The other options, such as increasing breastfeeding rates, increasing market production of cash crops, and implementing global immunization programs, were also important goals but were not specifically mentioned in the question as part of UNICEF's goals for nutrition and food security.

Quiz 14: Global Food and Nutrition Security: Challenges and Opportunities