CERTIFIED SPECIALIST IN
PEDIATRIC NUTRITION
CSP PRACTICE EXAM 150Q
Question 1: Which growth chart is generally recommended in the United States for assessing growth from birth through 23 months?
Choices:
1) WHO Child Growth Standards 2) CDC 2000 growth charts 3) Fenton chart for all term infants 4) Adult BMI chart
Correct Answer: WHO Child Growth Standards
Explanation: WHO Child Growth Standards are generally used from birth through 23 months; CDC growth charts are typically used beginning at age 2 years.Page 1
Question 2: A healthy term infant was born weighing 3.4 kg. Which weight pattern is most expected by about 12 months of age?
Choices:
1) About 4.0 kg 2) About 5.1 kg 3) About 6.8 kg 4) About 10.2 kg
Correct Answer: About 10.2 kg
Explanation: Birth weight typically triples by about 12 months. 3.4 kg × 3 = 10.2 kg.
Question 3: Which nutrient supplement is routinely recommended for most
exclusively breastfed infants beginning soon after birth?
Choices:
1) Vitamin D 2) Vitamin C 3) Vitamin K by mouth daily 4) Zinc
Correct Answer: Vitamin D
Explanation: Most breastfed infants need 400 IU of vitamin D daily beginning in the �rst days of life unless they are otherwise receiving an adequate vitamin D source.Page 2
Question 4: For a developmentally ready infant, complementary foods are
generally introduced at approximately what age?
Choices:
1) 2 months 2) 4 weeks 3) 6 months 4) 12 months
Correct Answer: 6 months
Explanation: Complementary foods are generally introduced around 6 months when
developmental readiness is present while breast milk or formula remains the primary nutrition source.Question 5: Which �nding best indicates developmental readiness for complementary feeding?
Choices:
1) Persistent tongue-thrust with poor head control 2) Ability to sit with support and maintain good head control 3) Absence of interest in food at 12 months 4) Need for a bottle to fall asleep
Correct Answer: Ability to sit with support and maintain good head control
Explanation: Good head control and the ability to sit with support are key readiness signs for starting complementary foods.Page 3