Which measurement can best confirm that growth is proceeding normally and/or help detect protein-energy malnutrition in infants?
a. BMI
b. head circumference
c. height
d. weight
b
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The recommended protein intake during the full 9 months of pregnancy is
A) 2.0 g/day per kg body weight. B) 1.4 g/day per kg body weight. C) 0.8 g/day per kg body weight. D) 1.1 g/day per kg body weight.
An important function of carbohydrates in the postoperative period is to:
a. contribute to tissue repair. b. provide a source of vitamins. c. spare protein for tissue synthesis. d. protect adipose fat reserves.
A person is classified as being underweight when his BMI is below ____
A) ?14 B) ?18.5 C) ?20 D) ?22.5
While Ellie filled her water bottle from a drinking fountain at a major Florida theme park, she noticed it smelled like “rotten eggs.” This means the water is most likely contaminated with ________.
a. sulfur
b. copper
c. manganese
d. calcium
e. soap