Low birth weight (LBW) infants:
A) are always born prematurely after experiencing a fast growth in utero.
B) are more likely to die within the first year of life than gestational age infants.
C) have birth weights between the 10th and 25th percentile for their gestational age.
D) are at reduced risk for developing chronic diseases later in life.
B
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Which form of nutrition support is appropriate for Mr. Avery at this time? a. total parenteral nutrition b. tube feeding c. oral enteral supplement d. peripheral parenteral nutrition
The entire process of developing sound nutrition information using the scientific method
A. can take years to complete. B. is a very short process. C. involves only a few steps. D. has none of the above characteristics.
Which foods make up the majority of the Mediterranean diet?
a. eggs, poultry, and fish b. fruits, grains, and vegetables c. cheese, yogurt, and fish d. red meat, oil, and wine e. poultry, cheese, and grains
The second most abundant food sources of carbohydrates are ____.?
A) ?complex carbohydrates B) ?sugars and sweeteners C) ?fruits and vegetables D) ?digested proteins