Chapter 10 Nutrition

What is the correct definition of Nutrition?

• not having enough food or not eating enough food containing substances necessary for growth and health.

• is the study of foods, their nutrients, and other components of the diet that affect biological processes and health.

What does MNT stand for?

• maybe next time

• Might never tell

• Malnutrition

Is it appropriate for children with disabilities to have an unbalanced diet?

• Depends

• Yes

• No

Do children with disabilities have the same nutrition issues?

• Yes

• No

• Depends

what is the cause of obesity?

• Eating too much

• Not exercising enough

• Both

The only nutrients that provide energy are carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins

• True

• False

What is the BMI used for?

• Used to measure body parts

• Used to measure width and height

• Used to measure weight and length

Medical nutrition therapy is performed by whom?

• Public Health Nutritionists

• Nutrition counselors

• Registered Dietitians

To meet nutrient needs the amount consumed each day should be

• More an AI but less than RDA

• More than AMDR but less than RDA

• More than RDA but less than UL

Dysphagia relates to

• Difficulties related to breathing

• Difficulties related to hearing

• Difficulties related to swallowing