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WorksheetsNutrition Board Style Questions - Chapters 13 and 14
Total questions: 47
Worksheet time: 24mins
The B-complex vitamins help build healthy oral tissues, but a deficiency in folic acid has no effect on the fetal development. (AR)
The first statement is false; the second statement is true
Both statements are false
Both statements are true
The first statement is true; the second statement is false
If an individual has an absence or irregular formation of dentin, what nutrient pre-eruptively was most likely not absorbed? (ASR)
Vitamin A
Calcium
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
What post eruptive nutrient can delay wound healing if in lack of while causing the tongue epithelium to thicken, which can decrease taste sensation? (EJT)
Vitamin A and D
Vitamin B
Vitamin A
Zinc
Which of the following is not a deficiency of B-Complex vitamins? (VL)
Pellagra
Beriberi
Scurvy
Pernicious anemia
What nutrient works with iron, copper, and zinc to support optimal immunity? (EJT)
Iodine
Copper
Selenium
Iron
What deficiency causes atrophied papillae on the tongue and angular cheilitis? (JZ)
Iron
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Both A and B
Both A and C
What developmental skill is improving during this stage that may affect the toddlers' eating habits? (AR)
Balance and problem-solving
Eye-hand coordination
Motor skills
Social, environmental, and psychological skills
At the toddler stage, diet is changing from mostly liquid to solid food which can lead to an erratic diet. Therefore, it is important to ensure your child eats all food served so they receive a suitable calorie intake. (ASR)
First statement is true. Second statement is false.
First statement is false. Second statement is true.
Both statements are false.
Both statements are true.
Snacking is a key component of a toddler's diet. (VL)
True
False
Protein energy malnutrition is one of the leading causes of childhood mortality in a developing country. Examples of PEM include Marasmus and Kwashiorkor. (EJT)
Both statements are true.
First statement is true, but the second statement is false.
Both statements are false.
The first statement is false, but the second statement is true.
Children tend to develop similar eating habits to their parents. (EJT)
True
False
A) Indigent and older adult diets have a tendency to be deficient in quantity and variety of food. B) Individuals who lack good nutrients in the diet or the ability to absorb nutrients from food are more vulnerable to infections and disease processes.
Both statements are true
Both statements are false
Statement A is true. Statement B is false.
Statement A is false. Statement B is true.
Which nutrient deficiency causes hypocalcification of the enamel?
Calcium
Magnesium
Phosphorus
All of the above
During which age range is fluoride intake most critical for the development of permanent teeth?
Birth to 6 months
6 months to 2.5 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 12 years
True or False? Vitamin D helps with the absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
True
False
True or False? Phosphor can be found in dairy foods, meat, fish and sodas.
True
False
True or False? A calcium deficiency can cause both pre-eruptive and post-eruptive lesions.
True
False
True or False? Children who are breastfed for less than 6 months have a lower incidence of caries in primary teeth than infants breastfed more than 6 months.
True
False
How do an infant's early feeding habits influence their risk for early childhood caries as dental patients?
Early feeding habits have no impact on oral health because primary teeth are temporary.
Prolonged nighttime bottle feeding with milk or juice increases caries risk due to frequent sugar exposure.
Breastfeeding alone prevents all forms of childhood caries.
Using a sippy cup at night eliminates exposure to sugars during sleep.
Why is the use of fluoride toothpaste recommended for infants once their first tooth erupts?
Fluoride makes teeth grow faster and thicker.
Fluoride prevents early childhood caries by strengthening enamel and making it more resistant to acid attacks.
Fluoride is only needed once all primary teeth are present.
Fluoride toothpaste eliminates the need for brushing infants.
Why is cow's milk not recommended for infants under one year of age?
It is too high in iron and can cause an upset stomach.
It lacks vitamin E, iron and linoleic acid, and is too high in protein, sodium and potassium.
It contains too much calcium which prevents tooth eruption.
It promotes early childhood caries due to natural sugars.
True or False? It is well known that when a mother withholds her affection and nurturing touch, her baby will fail to thrive.
True
False
Which of the following best describes iodine’s indirect role in oral health during the post-eruptive stage?
It strengthens enamel and prevents dental caries directly.
It supports thyroid hormone production, which helps regulate metabolism and tissue repair, indirectly maintaining oral health.
It increases calcium absorption in tooth enamel.
It acts as an antibacterial agent in saliva.
What is the main role of protein during the post-eruptive stage of tooth development?
It hardens the enamel and increases fluoride uptake.
It helps repair and maintain oral soft tissues, such as the gingiva and mucosa.
It controls calcium and phosphorus absorption in the enamel surface.
It prevents demineralization of the tooth enamel.
What is the main function of iron in maintaining oral and overall health?
Helps form collagen and connective tissue
Needed for the synthesis of hemoglobin and immune function
Regulates calcium absorption
Provides energy to muscles
Which of the following oral symptoms may result from iron deficiency?
Glossitis and smooth, red tongue
Dental caries and tooth erosion
Hyperkeratosis of the gums
Excessive saliva production
Protein deficiency in the diet can lead to which condition?
Rickets
Scurvy
Kwashiorkor
Goiter
During pregnancy, protein needs increase by approximately:
5 grams per day
10 grams per day
25 grams per day
50 grams per day
Why is it important for a woman to have good nutrition before and during pregnancy?
It helps prevent morning sickness and food cravings.
It ensures optimal weight gain and prevents heartburn.
It prepares the body for conception and supports proper fetal growth and development.
It prevents the baby from being born with allergies.
What nutrient should a woman planning to become pregnant include or supplement to help prevent neural tube defects?
Vitamin D
Iron
Folic acid (folate)
Calcium
What are some possible complications if a mother remains obese during pregnancy?
Stronger immune system and healthier baby
Increased risk of hypertension, diabetes, and fetal malformations
Reduced labor time and easier delivery
Lower risk of vitamin deficiencies
Protein is essential during pregnancy because it?
Increases appetite
Provides vitamins to the baby
Prevents dehydration
Builds fetal tissues, placenta and maternal blood
When can a dental professional tell if someone had good nutrition?
Only when they are an adult
Only during childhood
During fetal development, before teeth come in, and after teeth come in
Only when permanent teeth erupt
Why is a mother’s nutrition important for a baby’s teeth?
It decides the color of the baby’s teeth
It helps the baby’s teeth and mouth form strong and healthy
It makes the baby’s teeth grow faster
It prevents bad breath
Why is it important for a mother to be well nourished before and during pregnancy?
To help the baby sleep better
Because her health affects the baby’s teeth and mouth development
To make sure the baby has blue eyes
So the baby will be taller
What can happen if a mother doesn’t get enough vitamins and minerals during pregnancy?
The baby will grow extra teeth
The baby may have weak enamel, small salivary glands, or crowded teeth
The baby’s teeth will be perfectly straight
The baby won’t get any permanent teeth
How are prenatal vitamins different from regular adult vitamins?
They taste better
They are only for people over 50
They have more folic acid and iron to help the baby’s development
They have no minerals in them
Why do teenagers often have poor nutrition habits?
Because they always eat at home
Because their food choices are influenced by friends, busy schedules, and body image
Because they eat too many vegetables
Because they drink too much water
What is a common problem when teens drink more soda than milk?
They get more calcium
They lose calcium and enamel because soda has phosphoric acid
It makes their teeth whiter
It helps bone growth
Why is calcium important during the teenage years?
Because bones grow quickly and half of adult bone mass is built during this time
Because calcium gives teens more energy
Because it helps improve memory
Because it prevents acne
What is a common nutrition problem in young adulthood?
Eating on the go and skipping meals due to busy schedules
Consistently preparing balanced, home-cooked meals every day
Increasing vegetable intake beyond recommended amounts
Avoiding all snacks throughout the day
Why do older adults often need fewer calories than before?
Because their bones are growing
Because they exercise more
Because metabolism slows down and they move less
Because they drink more water
As people age, maintaining bone density becomes increasingly important. One effective strategy to prevent osteoporosis includes engaging in low-impact exercise and ensuring adequate calcium intake. Which of the following best supports this goal?
Avoid all physical activity to reduce injury risk
Consume high-fat foods to strengthen bones
Limit protein intake to reduce calcium loss
Increase low-impact exercise and ensure adequate
During pregnancy, certain nutrients play a critical role in fetal development. Folate, for example, is essential in reducing the risk of neural tube defects. What is the recommended minimum daily intake of folate for this purpose?
To reduce the risk of gestational diabetes
To increase the baby’s birth weight
To prevent excessive weight gain
To reduce the chance of neural tube defects in the
Children’s brains require a steady supply of glucose to maintain concentration and energy throughout the school day. Because their livers are smaller than adults’, they need to eat more frequently. What is the physiological reason behind this increased need for regular meals?
Their brains are smaller and require more energy
They have larger stomachs than adults
Their livers are smaller and store less glucose
They burn fewer calories
Infancy and Oral Health. Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a preventable condition that affects infants’ teeth. One common cause is putting a baby to bed with a bottle containing sugary fluids. What is a recommended practice to help prevent ECC?
Use juice in bottles to help infants sleep
Clean the infant’s mouth with toothpaste twice daily
Put the infant to bed with a bottle of water only
Avoid cleaning the infant’s
Children’s eating habits are shaped by both their environment and education. Schools and caregivers play a vital role in promoting healthy choices. Which of the following is an effective strategy to encourage better nutrition in school-age children?
Reward children with sweets for good behavior
Teach children to read food labels and choose high-protein, high-fiber foods
Allow children to skip meals to save time
Encourage children to eat only snacks during
