Question 1
When Ruth's newborn, Jenna, wakes up crying, Ruth's breast milk begins to flow. The release of breast milk is caused by __________.
◦ the cephalocaudal pattern
◦ lack of sleep
◦ the let-down reflex
◦ myelination
Question 2
Which of the following is an accurate statement about infant nutrition?
◦ Data from 2015-2016 indicate that 49 percent of children 2 to 5 years old were obese, due in part to sugary snacks and fruit juice or sweetened drinks.
◦ In the United States, children 6 months and older do not get enough fruits and vegetables.
◦ At the age of 6 months, babies can begin eating "finger foods" consisting of easily chewed items such as cheese and soft crackers.
◦ In the United States, the number of infants age 6 to 23 months who meet criteria for being overweight increased from 10.1 percent in 1980 to 57 percent in 2004.
Treating the infant
Electronic digital thermometers are accurate and easy to read.
An example of nutrition labeling on a box of cereal.
Healthier choices can be made when time is taken to read a nutrition label.
What Is Nutrition?
Nutrition and Fitness