Dental hygienists working with new parents, infants, and children should be familiar with normal growth and development patterns and effectively communicate nutritional needs. Match each nutritional and oral term with its most appropriate description.
-Caries protective physical barrier

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Sealants are a caries protective physical barrier applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth, most commonly the molars.

Answer: A and C
 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and Omega-3 fatty acids are important nutrients for brain and eye development in infants and children. Communication of the need for these nutrients is important for overall health and oral health.

Answer: B
 Necrotizing enterocolitis is a serious gastrointestinal disease in premature infants that may result in malabsorption of nutrients and affect overall growth and development.

Answer: D
 Innate desire refers to the natural desire for sweet, high-energy foods that can lead to increased risk of oral disease if consumed in excess.

Answer: E
 Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder has been associated with increased risk of oral health problems such as bruxism (grinding/clenching of teeth).

Dental Hygienists Working with New Parents, Infants, and Children Should