The nurse of a preschool child is helping parents develop a healthy meal plan for their child. What nutritional requirements for this age group should the nurse consider?
A) The 3- to 5-year-old requires 300 to 500 mg calcium and 10 mg iron daily.
B) The 3-year-old should consume 10 mg dietary fiber daily.
C) The 4- to 8-year-old requires 15 mg dietary fiber per day.
D) The typical preschooler requires about 85 kcal/kg of body weight.
Ans: D
The typical preschooler requires about 85 kcal/kg of body weight. The 3- to 5-year-old requires 500 to 800 mg calcium and 10 mg iron daily. The 3-year-old should consume 19 mg dietary fiber daily, while the 4- to 8-year-old requires 25 mg dietary fiber per day.
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