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BIOD 121 Nutrition Exam 6

1)The first stage of gestation, during which rapid cell division occurs is known as the blastogenic stage.

1. Development occurs from about week two through the                                         week and is called the embryonic stage. The fetal stage occurs from week nine to the end of the pregnancy and is a period of growth.
2. All pregnancies are divided into         (A)                           equal time periods, known as

      (B)                   , each lasting approximately 13-14 weeks. A baby born after the thirty seventh week of pregnancy is considered full term.

3. Name three strategies used to manage the symptoms of morning sickness during pregnancy.

1. Prior to delivery, hormones prepare the breast for milk production.

                        is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland for milk production.

2. As the baby suckles oxytocin stimulates the                                      and the letdown reflex to secrete milk.
3. During the first few days following birth colostrum, which is high in protein and

                                                , is secreted. This helps protect the intestinal health of the infant.

1. Human milk or formula should meet the total nutrient needs for the first

                       months of life.

2. Both are rich in                          to provide a concentrated source of calories and for brain and nervous system development.

Arachidonic and docosahexaenoic acid are long chain fatty acids essential for brain and eye development. Solid foods can be introduced at 6 months of age.

3. A new food should be introduced at the rate of one per week to check for

                       .

4. Name three concerns that occur during the school age years that may impact a child’s nutritional status.

1. During growth spurts adolescents have increased need for                                 for bone formation and iron to prevent anemia.
2. A typical diet is also low in zinc, fat soluble vitamins and                               .
3. Teenagers should moderate their intake of fast food, sugar laden snacks and

                                               and focus on nutrient dense food choices from the five food groups.

The media, peer pressure, concern over appearance and exertion of independence all affect their food choices.

5. The increased incidence of overweight/obese children and teens and poor diet habits has resulted in all the following for this age group except:

6. The increased incidence of overweight/obese children and teens and poor dietary habits has resulted in all the following for this age group except:

7. Name three physiological factors related to aging.

1. The rate at which we age is influenced by several factors including lifestyle, environment and                                                    .

2. Physical and             (A)                   changes that are an expected part of aging such as increased fatty tissue, high blood pressure and declining bone and lean body mass is referred to as       (B)       aging.

Individuals who make wise diet and lifestyle choices can decrease the risk for disease and age-related decline of functions occur at a slower rate. This is called Successful aging.

8. Name the screening tool that can be used to assess an older person risk for malnutrition.