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Question 1 of 5

Trace elements recommended to be given during the stabilization phase of malnutrition are

A. iron

B. vitamin A

C. folate

D. zinc

Correct Answer: zinc

Question 2 of 5

To prevent obesity, families need to be counseled on age-appropriate and healthy eating patterns which include all the following EXCEPT

A. promotion of breastfeeding

B. smaller bowls should be used

C. children should never eat directly from a bag or box

D. food as a reward should be encouraged

Correct Answer: food as a reward should be encouraged

Question 3 of 5

The adequate intake (AI) for the total digestible carbohydrates in a nine-month-old boy is

A. 60 gm/day

B. 95 gm/day

C. 120 gm/day

D. 170 gm/day

Correct Answer: 95 gm/day

Question 4 of 5

Potential causes of constipation include all of the following EXCEPT

A. hypothyroidism

B. hypokalemia

C. lead

D. ibuprofen

Correct Answer: ibuprofen

Question 5 of 5

The 4 d (dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea, and death) are characteristic features in the deficiency of

A. thiamine (B1)

B. riboflavin (B2)

C. niacin (B3)

D. pyridoxine (B6)

Correct Answer: niacin (B3)

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