Test Bank Nutrition, Health and Safety for Young Children 4th Edition Joanne Sorte A+

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1) Which statement defines wellness?

1. A) A positive state of health and well-being.
2. B) A positive approach to learning.
3. C) A positive attitude.
4. D) A positive style or personality.

2) Which of the following promotes wellness?

1. A) Learning to eat a healthy diet, access to health care, exercise, and sleep.
2. B) Allowing children to eat sugary foods as a sometimes food.
3. C) Learning healthy practices, such as being overly cautious to avoid accidental injuries.
4. D) Practicing the a-b-c's every day.

3) What does it mean when we say that nutrition, health, and safety are closely aligned and interrelated?

1. A) The healthful benefit of one area affects positive outcomes in the others, and gaps or challenges in one area negatively affect outcomes in the other areas.
2. B) Physical health has a greater long term effect on social, emotional, and mental health development for children.
3. C) Healthy nutrition choices make the most important and significant contribution to health and safety for children.
4. D) Creating a safe environment for children creates opportunities for well-nourished, physically active, and illness free children.

4) Why is it important for children to learn healthy practices that lead to wellness during the early childhood years?

1. A) It improves children's ability to follow the rules at school.
2. B) It improves children's behavior in classroom settings.
3. C) It establishes a foundation which makes teaching easier for educators.
4. D) It improves children's ability to learn and establishes the course for future development.

5) What gene factors influence a child’s long-term diet, creating a positive or negative impact on long-term health?

1. A) Physical movement during the early childhood years
2. B) The physical traits of the infant, such as hair and skin color
3. C) A mother’s diet and weig