Pediatric Nutrition: First 6 Months of Infancy

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What percentage of infants, children do not grow as expected?

  • 1-5%
  • 5-10% (correct)
  • 15-20%
  • 10-15%

What percentage of children with growth issues have no apparent disease?

  • 80% (correct)
  • 70%
  • 50%
  • 60%

What is the average weight gain per year for toddlers between 2-5 years?

  • 4-5 lbs
  • 5-6 lbs
  • 3-4 lbs (correct)
  • 2-3 lbs

What is the recommended daily calorie intake for 2-5 year olds?

<p>1000-1600 kcal/day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended serving size of protein, vegetables, and fruits for toddlers?

<p>1 tbsp per year of life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of underweight according to growth charts?

<p>&lt;95th percentile (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method of feeding an infant for the first 6 months?

<p>Solely breast milk (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of introducing one food at a time when starting solid foods?

<p>To check for intolerance and await 7 days before introducing new food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of milk is recommended for infants between 12-24 months?

<p>Whole milk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should supplemental water and juice be given only under a physician's supervision?

<p>To ensure proper hydration and avoid low blood sodium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using growth charts to assess infant growth?

<p>To track the infant's height and weight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Failure to Thrive?

<p>A condition where an infant's growth rate slows or falters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Infant Growth Percentage Issues

5-10% of infants do not grow as expected

Growth Issues without Disease

80% of children with growth issues have no apparent disease.

Toddler Yearly Weight Gain

Toddlers between 2-5 years gain 3-4 lbs per year on average.

Toddler Daily Caloric Intake

2-5 year olds need 1000-1600 kcal per day.

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Recommended Food Serving Sizes

1 Tablespoon per year of life for protein, veggies, and fruit, toddlers.

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Underweight Definition (Growth Chart)

Below the 95th percentile on growth charts.

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First 6 Months Infant Feeding

Solely breast milk.

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Introducing Solid Foods

Introduce one food at a time to check for intolerance.

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Milk for 12-24 Months Infants

Whole milk.

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Supplemental Water/Juice Guidance

Under doctor's supervision due to hydration and blood sodium balance.

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Growth Chart Purpose

Track an infants height and weight.

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Failure to Thrive Definition

Slow or faltering infant growth rate.

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