Briefly explain why infants between six months and one year can be at increased risk for severe undernutrition during their second year of life
What will be an ideal response?
During months 6 through 12, infants are often transitioning from breast milk to a combination of breast milk and solid foods, and if inadequate feeding occurs at that time, it can lead to diminished growth and the potential for severe undernutrition during the subsequent year.
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a. vitamin B12—cobalamin b. All of these are incorrectly paired. c. vitamin C—citric acid d. vitamin B6—pyridoxine
Which foods would not be appropriate as part of a pregame meal?
a. toast and pineapple juice b. pancakes with syrup c. high-fiber cereal with whole milk d. baked potato and orange juice e. turkey sandwich and low-fat milk
Major complications of diabetes include damage to the:
a. stomach, liver, and pancreas. b. eyes, nerves, and kidneys. c. skin, blood vessels, and lungs. d. brain, pituitary gland, and thyroid gland.
Why would a patient with a seizure disorder who is prescribed phenobarbital also be advised to take vitamins D and K?
a. Phenobarbital interferes with the metabolism of vitamins D and K. b. This supplement combination prevents rickets and osteoporosis. c. Phenobarbital decreases the body's ability to make these nutrients. d. Phenobarbital's action will be increased by increasing serum levels of vitamins D and K.