Which of the following statements accurately describes energy and nutrient needs during adolescence? Question 42 options: a) Blacks, females, and overweight children are most at risk for vitamin D deficiencies. b) The adolescent growth spurt begins around age 12 for females and 10 for males. c) More nutrient-dense foods are needed by males because of their faster development. d) The risk for calcium insufficiency is greatest in males owing to their high intake of soft drinks. e) Girls in an adolescent growth spurt need an additional 2.9 mg of iron a day.

Active children and teens that do not consume enough calories may become _________.Multiple choice question.overweightunderweight

Which of the following statements describes the mineral nutrition of older adults? Question 5 options: a) Calcium intakes of females are near the RDA for this group. b) Iron absorption is reduced due to low stomach acidity. c) Folate excesses are fairly common. d) Vitamin D is more readily absorbed by the thinner skin of this group. e) Zinc intake is adequate for about 95 percent of this group.

The nurse is planning to conduct nutritional assessments and diet teaching to clients at a family health clinic. Which individual has the greatest nutritional and energy demands?A pregnant woman.A teenager beginning puberty.A 3-month-old infant.A school-aged child.

A lack of vitamin A in the diet may leave a person at a greater risk for _____.Multiple choice question.low energy reserveshemorrhagesweight lossinfections

Select all that applyWhat are some effects caused by hormonal responses to nutrient deficiencies from starvation? Multiple select question.increased heart ratelowered body temperaturehigh levels of ironlow body weight