WGU Nutrition D440 Competed Study Guide I
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Underweight
BMI under 18.5
Normal weight
18.5-24.9
Overweight
25-29.9
Obese
BMI over 30
Extremely Obese
BMI > 35
,Calculate BMI
weight (kg) / height (m^2)
weight management strategies and actions
Management of the eating behavior (food diary, where why,
how, and how much)
Promoting physical activity to increase energy output
Pursuit of emotional (stress), social, and psychologic health
Define problem behavior
Record and Analyze Baseline Behavior
Plan a Behavior Management Strategy
How do we assess nutritional status?
Physical appearance (health of eyes and hair)
anthropometric measurements (weight, body composition)
biochemical markers (blood lipid levels, iron status)
What is recommended for an infant diet during the first year of
life?
Breastfeed for at least the first full year of life, and supplement
with a vitamin K shot at birth and daily vitamin D drops
What is recommended for a child who is not breastfeeding?
Use iron-fortified formula for any infant who is not
breastfeeding
What age should water and juice be avoided?
,Water and juice are unnecessary for the breastfed infants during
the first 6 months of life
When should you introduce cow's milk?
at the end of the first year. Provide whole milk, not reduced-fat
or fat-free milk, until 2 years of age
What allergens should be avoided as first solid foods?
wheat, egg white, citrus juice, and nuts
What should you not give a child under one year of age to avoid
botulism toxicity?
Honey and corn syrup
Which foods should be avoided until children are older because
they are a choking hazard?
hot dogs, nuts, grapes, carrots, popcorn, cherries, peanut butter,
and round candy
What are the energy needs of an infant?
80-120 calories per kg of body weight
What protein source do babies need the first 6 months of life?
breastmilk
What protein sources do babies need after 6 months of life?
Ground turkey, chicken, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products
What percent of daily calories are recommended for
carbohydrates?
, 45-65%
What percent of daily calories are recommended for fats?
20-35%
What percent of daily calories are recommended for proteins?
10-35%
What is needed prenatally for a client?
Folate, Vitamin D, and Choline
What are some risks with teen pregnancy?
increased rates of low birth weight, preterm delivery, and infant
mortality.
How many calorie should be added to a diet of a pregnant
woman in the first trimester?
none
How many calories should be added to a diet of a pregnant
woman in the second trimester?
+300 kcal/day
How many calories should be added to the diet of a pregnant
woman in the third trimester?
+500 kcal/day
What is the carb requirement for the diet of a pregnant woman?
Minimum carb req. increases from 130 g/day to 175 g/day.
Focus on whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables.
Questions with Correct Answers & Detailed
Answers | Full Coverage of All Competencies |
2026 Latest Version Graded A+
Underweight
BMI under 18.5
Normal weight
18.5-24.9
Overweight
25-29.9
Obese
BMI over 30
Extremely Obese
BMI > 35
,Calculate BMI
weight (kg) / height (m^2)
weight management strategies and actions
Management of the eating behavior (food diary, where why,
how, and how much)
Promoting physical activity to increase energy output
Pursuit of emotional (stress), social, and psychologic health
Define problem behavior
Record and Analyze Baseline Behavior
Plan a Behavior Management Strategy
How do we assess nutritional status?
Physical appearance (health of eyes and hair)
anthropometric measurements (weight, body composition)
biochemical markers (blood lipid levels, iron status)
What is recommended for an infant diet during the first year of
life?
Breastfeed for at least the first full year of life, and supplement
with a vitamin K shot at birth and daily vitamin D drops
What is recommended for a child who is not breastfeeding?
Use iron-fortified formula for any infant who is not
breastfeeding
What age should water and juice be avoided?
,Water and juice are unnecessary for the breastfed infants during
the first 6 months of life
When should you introduce cow's milk?
at the end of the first year. Provide whole milk, not reduced-fat
or fat-free milk, until 2 years of age
What allergens should be avoided as first solid foods?
wheat, egg white, citrus juice, and nuts
What should you not give a child under one year of age to avoid
botulism toxicity?
Honey and corn syrup
Which foods should be avoided until children are older because
they are a choking hazard?
hot dogs, nuts, grapes, carrots, popcorn, cherries, peanut butter,
and round candy
What are the energy needs of an infant?
80-120 calories per kg of body weight
What protein source do babies need the first 6 months of life?
breastmilk
What protein sources do babies need after 6 months of life?
Ground turkey, chicken, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products
What percent of daily calories are recommended for
carbohydrates?
, 45-65%
What percent of daily calories are recommended for fats?
20-35%
What percent of daily calories are recommended for proteins?
10-35%
What is needed prenatally for a client?
Folate, Vitamin D, and Choline
What are some risks with teen pregnancy?
increased rates of low birth weight, preterm delivery, and infant
mortality.
How many calorie should be added to a diet of a pregnant
woman in the first trimester?
none
How many calories should be added to a diet of a pregnant
woman in the second trimester?
+300 kcal/day
How many calories should be added to the diet of a pregnant
woman in the third trimester?
+500 kcal/day
What is the carb requirement for the diet of a pregnant woman?
Minimum carb req. increases from 130 g/day to 175 g/day.
Focus on whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables.
