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Nutrition and Fluid Balance Chapter 14 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following nutrients is an antioxidant that protects water soluble substances from oxidizing agents:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin C is a potent water-soluble antioxidant.
Question 2 of 5
Indications of readiness for solid foods include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Readiness includes sitting with support and head control.
Question 3 of 5
During the growth spurt of adolescence:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adolescence highlights gender differences in body composition.
Question 4 of 5
The UNICEF model of the causes of malnutrition identifies several levels of causes: immediate, underlying and basic. Which of the following is not one of the underlying causes in the UNICEF model?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rainfall affects agriculture but isn't classified as an underlying cause.
Question 5 of 5
Staple foods, such as cereal grains and rice might get fortified with this nutrient to prevent visual impairment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin A fortification prevents visual impairments.