Which Statement Is True Concerning the Nutritional Needs of Preterm

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true concerning the nutritional needs of preterm infants?

• A) The secretion of lactase is low.
• B) Carbohydrates and fats are better tolerated than protein.
• C) The demand for nutrients is less than in full-term infants.
• D) Breast milk lacks the proper concentration of nutrients.

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Definitions:

Females

The sex that typically produces ova (egg cells) and possesses XX chromosomes, often associated with specific biological and reproductive functions in many species, including humans.

Attachment

An emotional bond that forms between individuals, crucial for personal development, and originated in early childhood.

Patterns of Attachment

The characteristic ways in which individuals relate to others, especially in the context of intimate and caregiving relationships, determined early in life and influencing subsequent relationships.

Infants

Young children from birth to one year of age, characterized by rapid physical, cognitive, and social development.