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An administrator calls you to request the health records of a former student. You should

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obtain written permission from the child's family before releasing any information

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Teachers are qualified to diagnose children's health conditions

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False

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The results of daily health assessments should be

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recorded as anecdotal notes following each assessment or observation

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An increasing number of children in the U.S. are experiencing food insecurity

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True

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Teachers influence children's mental health in all of the following ways EXCEPT

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giving in to children's requests, demands, and desires

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Amblyopia is caused by

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a muscle imbalance in the eyes

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A pathogen is the

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organism responsible for infecting an individual

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Rashes associated with communicable illnesses are more likely to be observed

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over warmer areas of the body, such as the back and chest

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An absence (petit mal) seizure is characterized by

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momentary interruption of attention and activity

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Children whose parents smoke are at higher risk for developing allergies, asthma, and cancer

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True

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The leading cause of death among young children is due to

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unintentional injuries

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A comprehensive speech evaluation should include a hearing test.

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True

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Dental care of deciduous, or baby, teeth is

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very important because deciduous teeth serve as pathfinders for permanent teeth and affect speech development

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A child is most contagious during the

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acute stage

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Overweight children should be placed on a strictly controlled low-calorie diet.

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False

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For the past few weeks you have noticed that Sally, age five, has been holding books closer to her face when she reads. As her teacher, your responsibility is to

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discuss your observations with Sally's mother

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Chronic illnesses can be difficult to recognize because

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symptoms may develop slowly and be less obvious to the observer

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The current definition of health stresses the

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interrelatedness of physical, mental, and social well-being

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Which of the following is not a communicable illness?

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eczema

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Sudden stiffness followed by a loss of consciousness and generalized convulsive movements is characteristic of a

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tonic-clonic seizure

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A child is capable of infecting others during the acute stage of a communicable illness

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True

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Allergens such as laundry detergents, hand lotions, and grass are classified as

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contactants

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A major complication of diarrhea is

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dehydration

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Middle ear infections may result in a conductive hearing loss. A child who experiences this type of impairment is likely to have difficulty hearing

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soft sounds

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Hearing losses are commonly identified in children who

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have allergies or frequent ear infections

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A child experiencing an acute earache may exhibit all the following signs EXCEPT

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decreased urination

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Current definitions of health recognize that individuals must take a proactive role in reducing their risk of chronic disease.

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True

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Teacher observations should be made

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continuously all day, day-to-day, and week-to-week

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Written permission should be obtained for the administration of which medications?

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a. baby aspirin b. prescription drugs c. cough medicine d. all answers are correct D

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Exclusion policies

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serve as guidelines for deciding when a child is too ill to attend group care

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Sickle-cell anemia

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is an inherited disease

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Allergic disorders are a significant health problem. Allergies are generally thought to be

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hereditary

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Information obtained from teacher observations is of limited value.

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False

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To date, the most effective measure found to reduce the incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is

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positioning babies on their backs to sleep

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Teachers are in a prime position to observe children because

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they see children in relation to other children of the same age

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The most important reason for including health education in early childhood education programs is to

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help children develop sound health habits and concepts at an early age.

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Effective strategies for managing obesity in young children include all the following EXCEPT

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placing the child on a calorie-restricted diet

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A food intolerance is the same as a food allergy.

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False

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Lyme disease is caused by a

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bacteria

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Teachers who are ill should

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follow the same exclusion guidelines set for children

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Because rubella is seldom experienced in our country today, it is no longer necessary for children to be immunized against it.

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False

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The term heredity refers to

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transmission of genetic characteristics

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The primary reason teachers should be concerned about each child's health status is

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a direct relationship exists between good health and effective learning

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The single, most effective control measure against the spread of communicable illness is

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thorough hand washing

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Licensing regulations are established

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by individual states

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Malnutrition, lack of proper clothing, or inadequate adult supervision are examples of

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physical neglect

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Field trips can be an effective instructional method because children are involved in the experience

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True

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Once rules have been established

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they should be explained carefully to children

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The goal of health/safety education for young children is

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the development of positive knowledge, attitudes, and practices

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Evaluation

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measures positive changes in the learner's behavior

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A child develops a nosebleed during outdoor time. Your actions should be to

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with the child in a sitting position, pinch the nostrils together for at least five minutes

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In most states, teachers are

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required by law to report suspected cases of maltreatment

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An appropriate choice of outdoor play equipment for a toddler play yard would be

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a small wooden playhouse

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Signs of a head injury

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may not appear for several hours

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Age warnings provided by manufacturers on children's toys

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do not reflect individual differences in children's abilities

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To function properly, children's safety seats must

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a. be installed correctly and anchored securely to the vehicle b. all answers are correct c. meet federal standards for manufacturing d. include buckling children into the seat B

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An instructional approach that maximizes children's learning would be

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a 5-minute session where children practice brusing their own teeth

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Threatening, belittling, degrading, or calling a child names are examples of

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emotional abuse

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To perform mouth-to-mouth breathing on an infant, you would place your mouth over the infant's mouth and breathe.

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False

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Exposure to indoor air pollutants is known to increase the incidence of

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upper respiratory infections

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A child receives frostbite on the tips of several fingers. Your immediate action would be to

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bring the child indoors and let the fingers gradually rewarm themselves

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When considering pets for a classroom, it is important to check for children who might have allergies to animals

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True

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Child abuse laws are based on the fundamental belief that

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families have certain obligations toward their children

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Safety rules should

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describe acceptable behavior

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Redirecting and ignoring are effective strategies for addressing children's misbehavior

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True

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Individuals who administer emergency care to injured persons are protected from liability by the Good Samaritan laws.

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True

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Federal law requires that all early education facilities and programs be licensed

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False

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Rooms occupied by young children should always have at least two exits.

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True

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The majority of accidents in early childhood and school based settings occur

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outdoors

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It is the family's right to discipline their children as they see fit.

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False

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Preschool-aged children acquire many of their attitudes and habits about health and safety by imitating the practices of others.

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True

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The term "latchkey" refers to children from broken homes.

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False

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Effective strategies for managing children's misbehavior include

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a. redirecting the child's attention to another activity b. ignoring the undesirable behavior c. all answers are correct d. modeling the appropriate or desired behavior C

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Teachers can best help maltreated children by

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establishing a trusting relationship with the child

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Learning objectives

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identify desirable and measurable changes in learner behavior

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In CPR, a rescue breath should last approximately

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one second

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Licensing regulations are considered to

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reflect minimal requirements

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A child burns several fingers during a classroom cooking activity. Your immediate action should be to

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immerse the fingers in cool water

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A teacher's failure to prevent a child from being injured is always considered negligence

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False

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Research has demonstrated that a positive relationship exists between high quality child care and

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optimum child development

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Negligence refers to

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careless and questionable safety management

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Health and safety learning experiences should

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involve children

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Eating more fruit is an effective way to eliminate sugar from your diet.

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False

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The thermic energy of food represents the amount of energy required to ______ food.

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a. absorb b. digest c. all answers are correct d. metabolize C

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Unless children are extremely active in very hot weather, there is no need to be concerned about their water intake between meals.

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False

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Zinc is found in which of the following food groups?

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meat, eggs, and legumes; whole grains

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The nutrient that is essential for survival and accounts for 60 to 75 percent of body weight is:

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water

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that no more than 30 percent of a person's calories should come from fat. The food group or groups that provide the least amount of fat are:

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vegetable and fruit group

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If milk and dairy products are consumed to the exclusion of adequate amounts of food from the other food groups, which two nutrients would be most deficient in a child's diet?

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vitamin C and iron

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A child should have the equivalent of _____ cups of milk each day.

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3

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Fats yield more than twice as many calories per gram than do proteins or carbohydrates.

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True

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Most federal food programs are based on nutrient recommendations established by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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True

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Nutrient groups that function to build body tissues are:

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proteins and minerals

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Carbohydrates should satisfy the majority of an adult's and child's energy needs

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True

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Drinking a sugary beverage reduces the amount of water the body is able to absorb

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True

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Fats and carbohydrates each yield nine calories per gram.

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False

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Which of the following combinations is an example of a supplementary protein?

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cheese pizza

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The food combination that contains the most fat is:

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butter, milk, and corn oil

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Fruit juice is an acceptable substitute for meeting a child's water need

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False

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A child who drinks large quantities of milk but rejects most solid foods may develop ________ because he or she will be deficient in the mineral _______.

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anemia, iron

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All the following nutrient classes function as builders of body tissue EXCEPT:

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fats

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The Food Guide Pyramid presents daily recommendations for the:

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types and amounts of food a person should consume each day

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When carbohydrates are completely digested, the end products are:

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simple syrup

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______ assists in bone and blood formation by aiding in the absorption of calcium and iron.

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Vitamin C

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Lacto-ovo vegetarian diets are safer to use with children because they include dairy products and eggs.

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True

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Vitamin C enhances the absorption of both iron and calcium from their food sources.

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True

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Fat-soluble vitamins must be consumed daily.

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False

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All the following nutrient classes supply direct energy EXCEPT:

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vitamins

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An infant's high-for-size energy needs are due to rapid growth.

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True

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_____ is (are) the end product(s) of protein digestion.

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Amino acids

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Enriched bread and cereal products are good sources of iron for children

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True

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Foods which would contribute the most dietary cholesterol include:

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poultry, cheese, and milk

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The nutritional guideline that includes the most individualized nutrient information in terms of age/gender grouping is (are):

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DRIs

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Vitamins influence the way in which minerals and protein are used in the body

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True

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Plant foods such as nuts, dry peas, and beans can be substituted for meat in a child's diet.

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True

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Infants and toddlers rarely have a calcium deficiency because they consume generous amounts of milk.

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True

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The mineral _____ and vitamins _____ and ______ regulate bone and tooth formation.

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calcium, A, D

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Grain products are enriched with folacin to aid in the reduction of prenatal neural tube defects

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True

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Milk is a rich source of dietary calcium and iron.

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False

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Low-hemoglobin anemia is frequently seen in young children as a result of low intake of:

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iron and protein

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Water transports all nutrients and acts as a medium for nutrient reactions within the cells.

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True

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The major responsibility for planning and executing a nutrition education program belongs to the:

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teacher

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Fast food" meals generally contribute an excess of:

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fat, salt, and calories

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Overfeeding and/or food allergies can cause vomiting and diarrhea in infants.

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True

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In early childhood programs, any hot foods remaining in serving bowls should be

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discarded

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The radura symbol on a food indicates that it has been:

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irradiated

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Children who have special medical conditions or developmental disabilities may be at a greater risk for

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a. obesity b. nutrient deficiencies c. choking d. all answers are correct D

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Nutrition activities that would also promote children's motor skill development include

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both measuring ingredients for a recipe and peeling and slicing bananas for a fruit salad

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Families should be discouraged from having lunch with their children at school because this will distract children from eating well.

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False

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Snacks should:

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a. consist of nutrient-dense foods b. all answers are correct c. be avoided if they are high in sugar and fat d. satisfy a portion of children's daily nutrient needs B

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Hands should be carefully washed:

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a. after using the bathroom b. before touching foods c. between handling different foods d. all answers are correct D

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Infants' teeth usually begin to erupt around ______ months of age.

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6

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All milk served to children must be:

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pasteurized

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Topic selection for a nutrition learning activity should be based on

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a. safety awareness b. food that is nutrient-dense c. children's developmental abilities and interests d. all answers are correct D

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It is acceptable to use food as a reward for good behavior as long as it is not associated with mealtimes.

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False

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Preschool-age children should be able to identify and label a wide variety of foods and correctly sort them according to the Food Guide Pyramid/MyPlate standards.

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False

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According to Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, which of the following are eligible for reimbursement as fruit and vegetables?

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tomato juice and baked potatoes

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The federally funded WIC program provides food supplement vouchers for:

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a. all answers are correct b. young children to age 5 c. pregnant women d. infants A

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Toddlers and preschoolers are more likely to try a new food if it is served when they are not tired or overly hungry and if it is presented along with a familiar food

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True

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Including cheese and other dairy products in a meal improves the iron contribution.

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False

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Serving finger foods to a toddler does all of the following EXCEPT:

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increases messiness

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A beverage labeled "juice drink" provides at least 50 percent fruit juice.

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False

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Children who have type 1 diabetes must:

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balance food intake with insulin injections

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Infant formulas are manufactured so they are:

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similar to breast milk

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Toddlers and preschoolers are struggling to become independent and will often resist adult help even though they may really need and/or want it.

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True

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The first semi-solid food offered to infants is usually a rice cereal.

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True

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The snack that would provide the most vitamin A is:

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pumpkin bread, milk

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One of the most important food safety practices is:

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washing hands well before and after handling food

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To be eligible for CACFP reimbursement, a snack must provide items from at least _____ different food groups.

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two

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The U.S. Department of ______ is the federal agency responsible for the funding and regulation of food reimbursement programs, including CACFP and National School Lunch.

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Agriculture

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Children who dislike vegetables may be more willing to taste them if they have been involved in the preparation process

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True

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All of the following foods are common allergens EXCEPT:

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rice

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An activity that primarily emphasizes children's sensorimotor development is:

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spreading and cutting peanut butter sandwiches

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Frozen foods may be safely thawed in hot water

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False

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Toddler behaviors include all the following EXCEPT:

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usually has a hearty appetite

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Refrigerator temperature should be maintained at ______ degrees Fahrenheit.

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38-40

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According to Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines:

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a. programs must be licensed b. menus must meet minimum requirements for every meal/snack c. all answers are correct d. menus must provide at least one third of a child's daily RDAs C

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Some bacteria in foods are beneficial.

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True

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Food that has visible mold should be

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discarded

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A mother's breast milk changes in composition to meet the infant's nutrient needs.

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True

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Cereals containing ________ should be introduced by six months of age.

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iron

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