Question 1

Alicia refuses to eat and is terribly afraid of becoming overweight.Alicia has characteristics of

Accepted Answer

Alicia's refusal to eat and fear of becoming overweight indicate that she may have anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by a distorted body image and an intense fear of gaining weight. This disorder often begins in adolescence and can have serious physical and psychological consequences if left untreated.

Question 2

According to Canadian statistics,about ___ of Canadian children and adolescents are overweight.

Accepted Answer

According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, approximately one-third of Canadian children and adolescents are overweight. This is a concerning trend that can lead to various health issues later in life.

Question 3

____________________ is often the focus in body dysmorphic disorder.

Accepted Answer

In body dysmorphic disorder, the individual is excessively concerned and preoccupied with an imagined defect or flaw in their physical appearance, often related to facial features, skin, or hair. Perceived muscularity can also be a focus of body dysmorphic disorder, particularly in men who may become fixated on the perceived size or shape of their muscles. While excessive thinness, binging and purging, and an irrational fear of obesity may be associated with other eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, they are not typically the focus of body dysmorphic disorder.

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE of obese children?

Accepted Answer

Obesity in children puts them at risk for several health issues, including diabetes and high blood pressure. A and B are both untrue and there is no evidence to support the claim in option D.

Question 5

Malnutrition

Accepted Answer

Malnutrition is not limited to developing nations and can affect children's physical growth and cognitive development. It is especially damaging during middle childhood as children are in a period of rapid growth and development. The best approach to treating malnutrition is by improving children's diets and providing education to parents on how to stimulate their children's growth and development.

Question 6

Penelope is undergoing treatment for malnourishment.The most appropriate treatment would be one that

Accepted Answer

Combining dietary improvements with parent training would be the most appropriate treatment for malnourishment in Penelope. This approach addresses both the nutritional needs of the child and the factors contributing to the malnourishment, such as inadequate parenting practices. Focusing solely on improving Penelope's diet may not address underlying issues, while educating Penelope's parents about malnourishment without providing targeted support and guidance may not be effective in improving Penelope's nutrition. Medication to control Penelope's behavior would not address the root cause of malnourishment and is not a recommended treatment approach.

Question 7

Liv has anorexia nervosa.Which of the following statements would she be LEAST likely to make?

Accepted Answer

Liv is unlikely to say that her parents give her a lot of freedom because individuals with anorexia nervosa often have controlling and overprotective parents who contribute to the development or maintenance of the disorder.

Question 8

Genes

Accepted Answer

Genes can influence a person's activity level, which in turn can affect their weight. While genes may not directly influence basal metabolic rate or the rate of calorie burning, they can still play a role in weight management through their impact on activity level.

Question 9

Obesity is associated with

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that individuals who are obese tend to rely more on external eating cues, such as the presence of food or social situations, rather than internal cues such as hunger and fullness. This can lead to overconsumption and weight gain.

Question 10

You are asked to create a brochure for a "Hungry Children" campaign designed to educate the public about malnourishment during infancy and childhood.Which of the following subtitles would be most appropriate to include in the brochure?

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are asked to create a brochure...

Question 11

Gavin was severely malnourished as an infant.He is likely to experience damage to his ________,which may affect his intelligence and ability to pay attention.

Accepted Answer

Malnutrition during infancy can cause damage to the brain, particularly in areas related to cognitive abilities like attention and intelligence. The pituitary gland and hormones may also be affected by malnutrition, but the most direct impact is on the brain itself. Basal metabolic rate refers to the amount of energy the body uses at rest, and is not necessarily related to malnutrition.

Question 12

Anorexia and bulimia are more likely to occur in girls who

Accepted Answer

Anorexia and bulimia are often linked to a history of picky eating and an overly controlling attitude towards food. This can lead to an unhealthy relationship with food and an obsession with weight and body image. Research has shown that girls who experienced restrictive feeding practices as children are at a greater risk for developing eating disorders.

Question 13

The speed at which the body consumes calories is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The speed at which the body consumes calories is referred to as the basal metabolic rate. This is the energy expended by the body to maintain essential functions such as breathing and circulating blood at rest. Factors that influence the basal metabolic rate include age, sex, body composition, and genetics.

Question 14

Patti was adopted and is obese.Patti's weight is

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that adopted children's weight is more closely related to the weight of their biological parents than to their adoptive parents. This suggests that genetics play a greater role in determining weight than environmental factors or upbringing. Therefore, Patti's weight is likely to be more closely related to her biological parents' weights than to her adoptive parents' weights.

Question 15

If Paul is a typical obese child,he

Accepted Answer

Obesity often leads to a higher risk for various medical problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. It is not necessarily true that obese children have many friends or are the only ones in their family who are overweight. Additionally, many obese children may struggle with poor self-esteem and negative body image, so it is not likely that Paul feels positively about himself.

Question 16

________ is characterized by alternating between binge eating with purging through self-induced vomiting or with laxatives.

Accepted Answer

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by binge eating followed by purging through self-induced vomiting or with laxatives. Anorexia nervosa is characterized by restriction of food intake, obesity is a medical condition characterized by excess body fat, and malnourishment is a condition resulting from a lack of proper nutrients in the diet.

Question 17

Crystal has a fast metabolic rate and Paula has a slow metabolic rate;therefore,

Accepted Answer

Fast metabolic rate means that Crystal's body burns calories more quickly, leading to a higher rate of energy expenditure. On the other hand, Paula's slow metabolic rate means that her body burns calories more slowly, resulting in a lower rate of energy expenditure. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

Question 18

Anorexia

Accepted Answer

Anorexia is more common in females than in males. A is incorrect as anorexia can have serious health consequences such as organ damage and even death. B is incorrect as cultural values and media influence can contribute to the development of anorexia. C is incorrect as there is not a clear link between independence granted by parents and the development of anorexia.

Question 19

Obesity may be caused by

Accepted Answer

Heredity can influence one's metabolism, which is the rate at which the body burns calories. If someone has a naturally low basal metabolic rate due to their genetic makeup, it can make it easier for them to gain weight and harder for them to lose it.

Question 20

Programs exist that can help protect young people from eating disorders.The most effective programs are designed for

Accepted Answer

Programs targeting at-risk youth are often more effective because they can be tailored to address specific risk factors and provide early intervention before eating disorders fully develop.

Quiz 4: Growth and Health