ATI LPN
14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
Jacob is soon to be enrolled in high school. What nutrition-related concern(s) should his parents be aware of during his adolescent years?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adolescents face multiple nutrition concerns.
Question 2 of 5
The National Youth Sports Program is a federal program designed to assist low-income children ages 10 to 16.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: National Youth Sports assists low-income youth.
Question 3 of 5
Inadequate, absent, or delayed prenatal care may cause: Nutritional deficiencies in the fetus Low-birthweight baby A and B None of the above
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Poor prenatal care causes both issues.
Question 4 of 5
In order to reduce the risk of neural tube defect, women of childbearing age need to consume----------------------of folic acid from fortified foods, supplements, or both, in addition to folate contained in a varied diet.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 400 mcg of folic acid reduces neural tube defects.
Question 5 of 5
The gland which uses iodine for normal growth and functioning of the body is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thyroid utilizes iodine.