Why does a newborn infant get an injection of Vitamin K?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: They do not yet have a population of GI flora able to synthesize adequate vitamin K
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Older adults often require more ___.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Why is it strongly recommended that infants NOT consume honey?
A) Honey can lead to chronic diarrhea in infants. B) Honey consumption during infancy is associated with the development of dental caries. C) Infants do not like the taste of honey. D) Honey contains spores of the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
What assessment tool is designed to measure how well a diet meets the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines?
a. Healthy Eating Index b. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program c. Dietitian's Comparative Effectiveness Plan d. U.S. Public Health Nutrient Assessment Barometer e. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (Forge) Guide
One of the major benefits for physical activity for weight management is
a. Increase in appetite after exercising b. Increase in lean muscle tissue, which increases MBR c. Being able to eat more snacks d. Reduction in food cravings