The nurse suggests to the parents of an obese 10-year-old that ...

[dejastew]

The nurse suggests to the parents of an obese 10-year-old that they use the Portion Plate for Kids placemat. How does this tool help with selection of portion sizes? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Cartoon characters eating healthy foods
  b. Tips on healthy food choices
  c. Portion measurement in tablespoons for common food
  d. Calorie values for cup-size portions of common foods
  e. Familiar objects such as a deck of cards to measure servings

Question 2

Which healthy snack foods would the school nurse suggest to a group of adolescents? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Bubble gum
  b. Chocolate-covered peanuts
  c. Raw vegetables
  d. Cheese
  e. Dried fruits

[frre432]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, E
The Portion Plate for Kids is a placemat that uses common objects such as a deck of playing cards or a baseball to measure serving portions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D
Cheese and raw vegetables are acceptable healthy snacks. Bubble gum, chocolate-covered peanuts, and dried fruits all contain high amounts of sugar.

[dejastew]

Gracias!

[scikid]

Excellent