Question 1

Toxicity of ________ is linked to birth defects.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin A 
B)  iron 
C)  folate 
D)  vitamin B-12 
A)  vitamin A 
B)  iron 
C)  folate 
D)  vitamin B-12

Question 2

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Low birth weight

Accepted Answer

A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation 
A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation

Question 3

During the first trimester, a woman should gain ________ pounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 to 2 
B)  2 to 4 
C)  5 to 9 
D)  10 to 14 
A)  1 to 2 
B)  2 to 4 
C)  5 to 9 
D)  10 to 14

Question 4

Low levels of body fat decrease ________ fertility.

Accepted Answer

A)  both male or female 
B)  female 
C)  male 
D)  neither male nor female 
A)  both male or female 
B)  female 
C)  male 
D)  neither male nor female

Question 5

Most of the extra calcium for pregnancy is needed during which trimester(s)?

Accepted Answer

A)  First 
B)  Second 
C)  Third 
D)  Calcium needs do not increase during pregnancy. 
A)  First 
B)  Second 
C)  Third 
D)  Calcium needs do not increase during pregnancy.

Question 6

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Embryo

Accepted Answer

A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation 
A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation

Question 7

By definition, a low-birth-weight infant weighs less than ________ pounds at birth.

Accepted Answer

A)  6.5 
B)  7.5 
C)  5.5 
D)  3.5 
A)  6.5 
B)  7.5 
C)  5.5 
D)  3.5

Question 8

The hormone that stimulates milk synthesis is

Accepted Answer

A)  prolactin. 
B)  oxytocin. 
C)  estrogen. 
D)  progesterone. 
A)  prolactin. 
B)  oxytocin. 
C)  estrogen. 
D)  progesterone.

Question 9

A mineral that is especially important for male fertility is

Accepted Answer

A)  zinc. 
B)  iron. 
C)  potassium. 
D)  sodium. 
A)  zinc. 
B)  iron. 
C)  potassium. 
D)  sodium.

Question 10

The organ that nourishes the fetus in the mother's womb is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  ovum. 
B)  umbilicus. 
C)  placenta. 
D)  embryo. 
A)  ovum. 
B)  umbilicus. 
C)  placenta. 
D)  embryo.

Question 11

Which trimester is an especially critical period when poor nutrition or drug use can result in birth defects?

Accepted Answer

A)  First 
B)  Second 
C)  Third 
A)  First 
B)  Second 
C)  Third

Question 12

Women who experience infertility related to high levels of testosterone and insulin may have a condition known as

Accepted Answer

A)  polycystic ovary syndrome. 
B)  gestational hypertension. 
C)  preeclampsia. 
D)  gestational diabetes mellitus. 
A)  polycystic ovary syndrome. 
B)  gestational hypertension. 
C)  preeclampsia. 
D)  gestational diabetes mellitus.

Question 13

Low maternal levels of ________ during gestation may increase the risk for type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, allergies, asthma, and mental disorders in the offspring.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D 
B)  vitamin E 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  vitamin K 
A)  vitamin D 
B)  vitamin E 
C)  vitamin A 
D)  vitamin K

Question 14

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Placenta

Accepted Answer

A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation 
A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation

Question 15

Which of the following is true about the let-down reflex?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is needed to make milk available to the infant. 
B)  It can be inhibited by anxiety or nervous tension. 
C)  After a few weeks of breastfeeding, it becomes automatic. 
D)  All the these statements are true. 
A)  It is needed to make milk available to the infant. 
B)  It can be inhibited by anxiety or nervous tension. 
C)  After a few weeks of breastfeeding, it becomes automatic. 
D)  All the these statements are true.

Question 16

Lower risk for gestational diabetes, reduced bone loss during pregnancy, better sleep, decreased back pain, and improved satisfaction with body image are all outcomes of

Accepted Answer

A)  following a low-fat diet during pregnancy. 
B)  weight gain throughout pregnancy. 
C)  inactivity during pregnancy. 
D)  exercise during pregnancy. 
A)  following a low-fat diet during pregnancy. 
B)  weight gain throughout pregnancy. 
C)  inactivity during pregnancy. 
D)  exercise during pregnancy.

Question 17

During the second and third trimesters, pregnant women should gain approximately ________ pound(s) per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4

Question 18

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Small for gestational age

Accepted Answer

A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation 
A) Referring to any infant whose birth weight is less than the expected weight corresponding to the duration of gestation 
B) The developing offspring in utero from about the beginning of the third week to the end of the eighth week after conception 
C) Any cessation of pregnancy and expulsion of the embryo or fetus as the result of natural causes 
D) Referring to any infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds at birth 
E) The period of development of the offspring from conception to birth
F)Through this organ, oxygen and nutrients from the mother's blood are transferred to the fetus and fetal wastes are removed
G)Three 13- to 14-week periods into which the normal pregnancy is divided
H)The egg cell from which a fetus eventually develops if the egg is fertilized by a sperm cell
I)The cell resulting from the union of an egg cell and sperm until it divides
J)An infant born before 37 weeks of gestation

Toxicity of ________ is linked to birth defects.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Low birth weight

During the first trimester, a woman should gain ________ pounds.

Low levels of body fat decrease ________ fertility.

Most of the extra calcium for pregnancy is needed during which trimester(s)?

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Embryo

By definition, a low-birth-weight infant weighs less than ________ pounds at birth.

The hormone that stimulates milk synthesis is

A mineral that is especially important for male fertility is

The organ that nourishes the fetus in the mother's womb is called the

Which trimester is an especially critical period when poor nutrition or drug use can result in birth defects?

Women who experience infertility related to high levels of testosterone and insulin may have a condition known as

Low maternal levels of ________ during gestation may increase the risk for type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, allergies, asthma, and mental disorders in the offspring.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Placenta

Which of the following is true about the let-down reflex?

Lower risk for gestational diabetes, reduced bone loss during pregnancy, better sleep, decreased back pain, and improved satisfaction with body image are all outcomes of

During the second and third trimesters, pregnant women should gain approximately ________ pound(s) per week.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Small for gestational age

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Exam 14: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Toxicity of ________ is linked to birth defects.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Low birth weight

During the first trimester, a woman should gain ________ pounds.

Low levels of body fat decrease ________ fertility.

Most of the extra calcium for pregnancy is needed during which trimester(s)?

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Embryo

By definition, a low-birth-weight infant weighs less than ________ pounds at birth.

The hormone that stimulates milk synthesis is

A mineral that is especially important for male fertility is

The organ that nourishes the fetus in the mother's womb is called the

Which trimester is an especially critical period when poor nutrition or drug use can result in birth defects?

Women who experience infertility related to high levels of testosterone and insulin may have a condition known as

Low maternal levels of ________ during gestation may increase the risk for type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, allergies, asthma, and mental disorders in the offspring.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Placenta

Which of the following is true about the let-down reflex?

Lower risk for gestational diabetes, reduced bone loss during pregnancy, better sleep, decreased back pain, and improved satisfaction with body image are all outcomes of

During the second and third trimesters, pregnant women should gain approximately ________ pound(s) per week.

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Small for gestational age

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Global Nutrition

Protecting Our Food Supply

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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