Question 1

To reduce risk of the development of type 2 diabetes after pregnancy, health professional strongly advise women to _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  avoid excessive weight gain during and after pregnancy 
B)  gain less than the recommended weight indicated for their BMI at conception 
C)  control blood glucose with insulin or medications rather than rely on diet and exercise if diagnosed with gestational diabetes 
D)  follow a low-carbohydrate diet if diagnosed with gestational diabetes 
E)  avoid foods high in sugar and alcohol 
A)  avoid excessive weight gain during and after pregnancy 
B)  gain less than the recommended weight indicated for their BMI at conception 
C)  control blood glucose with insulin or medications rather than rely on diet and exercise if diagnosed with gestational diabetes 
D)  follow a low-carbohydrate diet if diagnosed with gestational diabetes 
E)  avoid foods high in sugar and alcohol

Question 2

A healthy full-term infant weighs approximately _____ pounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  5½ to 7 
B)  6 to 7 
C)  6½ to 8 
D)  8 to 9 
E)  over 7 
A)  5½ to 7 
B)  6 to 7 
C)  6½ to 8 
D)  8 to 9 
E)  over 7

Question 3

_____ triggers the "let-down reflex," where the mammary glands are triggered to eject milk into the milk ducts.

Accepted Answer

A)  oxytocin 
B)  estrogen 
C)  prepartum amenorrhea 
D)  postpartum amenorrhea 
E)  FSH 
A)  oxytocin 
B)  estrogen 
C)  prepartum amenorrhea 
D)  postpartum amenorrhea 
E)  FSH

Question 4

What is gestational diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A)  a severe form of type 1 diabetes in newborns 
B)  glucose intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy 
C)  reactive hypoglycemia expressed during the third trimester of pregnancy 
D)  a temporary loss of insulin secretion during the first trimester of pregnancy 
E)  absence of beta cells in the newborn 
A)  a severe form of type 1 diabetes in newborns 
B)  glucose intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy 
C)  reactive hypoglycemia expressed during the third trimester of pregnancy 
D)  a temporary loss of insulin secretion during the first trimester of pregnancy 
E)  absence of beta cells in the newborn

Question 5

The developing brain depends heavily on ______, and the mother's intake of during pregnancy may improve an infant's brain function and cognition.

Accepted Answer

A)  essential amino acids 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids 
C)  iron 
D)  saturated fats 
E)  vitamins B6 and B12 
A)  essential amino acids 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids 
C)  iron 
D)  saturated fats 
E)  vitamins B6 and B12

Question 6

A fertilized ovum is known as a ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  zygote 
B)  embryo 
C)  fetus 
D)  placenta 
E)  implantation egg 
A)  zygote 
B)  embryo 
C)  fetus 
D)  placenta 
E)  implantation egg

Question 7

An infant born at 39 weeks would be described as _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  preterm 
B)  complete 
C)  full-term 
D)  postterm 
E)  after due date 
A)  preterm 
B)  complete 
C)  full-term 
D)  postterm 
E)  after due date

Question 8

Which of the following is true about low-birthweight infants?

Accepted Answer

A)  They show greater prevalence for liver fat infiltration. 
B)  They demonstrate catch-up growth within 3 months of birth. 
C)  They have an increased risk for insulin resistance later in life. 
D)  They have proportionately larger kidneys and greater risks for low blood pressure. 
E)  They are more commonly born to upper socioeconomic status women. 
A)  They show greater prevalence for liver fat infiltration. 
B)  They demonstrate catch-up growth within 3 months of birth. 
C)  They have an increased risk for insulin resistance later in life. 
D)  They have proportionately larger kidneys and greater risks for low blood pressure. 
E)  They are more commonly born to upper socioeconomic status women.

Question 9

What pregnancy condition can also be an early indicator of preeclampsia?

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic hypertension 
B)  gestational diabetes 
C)  gestational hypertension 
D)  preexisting diabetes 
E)  slow, but excessive weight gain 
A)  chronic hypertension 
B)  gestational diabetes 
C)  gestational hypertension 
D)  preexisting diabetes 
E)  slow, but excessive weight gain

Question 10

The temporary absence of menstrual periods immediately following childbirth is referred to as __________.

Accepted Answer

postpartum

Question 11

Hormone changes experienced during early pregnancy seem to peak at _________

Accepted Answer

A)  9 weeks of gestation 
B)  12 weeks of gestation 
C)  15 weeks of gestation 
D)  25 weeks of gestation 
E)  30 weeks of gestation 
A)  9 weeks of gestation 
B)  12 weeks of gestation 
C)  15 weeks of gestation 
D)  25 weeks of gestation 
E)  30 weeks of gestation

Question 12

Which of the following is a correct statement about morning sickness?

Accepted Answer

A)  It may occur any time of day, not just in the morning hours. 
B)  It typically peaks at the start of the second trimester. 
C)  It can be effectively treated by eating foods high in vitamin B6. 
D)  Citrus juices, water, and milk are the best beverages to treat nausea. 
E)  Taking prenatal supplements will ease symptoms. 
A)  It may occur any time of day, not just in the morning hours. 
B)  It typically peaks at the start of the second trimester. 
C)  It can be effectively treated by eating foods high in vitamin B6. 
D)  Citrus juices, water, and milk are the best beverages to treat nausea. 
E)  Taking prenatal supplements will ease symptoms.

Question 13

Based on the weight gain patterns discussed, a woman who was at a healthy BMI when she became pregnant should have gained approximately _____ pounds by the twentieth week of gestation.

Accepted Answer

A)  7 
B)  10½ 
C)  20 
D)  14½ 
E)  17½ 
A)  7 
B)  10½ 
C)  20 
D)  14½ 
E)  17½

Question 14

All of the following are potential health benefits of lactation that benefit the mother except

Accepted Answer

A)  reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. 
B)  lengthened birth intervals or time between pregnancies. 
C)  increased energy expenditure may aid in weight loss. 
D)  reduced risk of all types of cancer. 
E)  contraction of the uterus after birth. 
A)  reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. 
B)  lengthened birth intervals or time between pregnancies. 
C)  increased energy expenditure may aid in weight loss. 
D)  reduced risk of all types of cancer. 
E)  contraction of the uterus after birth.

Question 15

_________ are strong desires to avoid particular foods and are thought to be due to hormonal changes.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ are strong desires to avoid particular...

Question 16

Which of the following is a correct statement with regard to the mother's weight and weight loss after pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most women return to their prepregnancy weight. 
B)  Women who do lose all their pregnancy weight are more likely to gain additional weight during adult years. 
C)  A combination of diet and breastfeeding is the most effective method to use to support weight loss. 
D)  Retaining some pregnancy weight has little effect on the mother's future health and chronic disease risk. 
E)  The more weight a woman gains beyond needed pregnancy weight, the more weight she will likely retain. 
A)  Most women return to their prepregnancy weight. 
B)  Women who do lose all their pregnancy weight are more likely to gain additional weight during adult years. 
C)  A combination of diet and breastfeeding is the most effective method to use to support weight loss. 
D)  Retaining some pregnancy weight has little effect on the mother's future health and chronic disease risk. 
E)  The more weight a woman gains beyond needed pregnancy weight, the more weight she will likely retain.

Question 17

Nancy's protein RDA before she got pregnant was 47 grams per day. What is her protein RDA now that she is pregnant?

Accepted Answer

A)  47 grams 
B)  1.0 grams per kilogram of body weight 
C)  72 grams 
D)  1.2 grams for each kilogram of pregnancy weight gained 
E)  94 grams 
A)  47 grams 
B)  1.0 grams per kilogram of body weight 
C)  72 grams 
D)  1.2 grams for each kilogram of pregnancy weight gained 
E)  94 grams

Question 18

Breastfeeding is not recommended when the mother has ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  hepatitis 
B)  common cold 
C)  tuberculosis 
D)  sinus infection 
E)  HIV 
A)  hepatitis 
B)  common cold 
C)  tuberculosis 
D)  sinus infection 
E)  HIV

Question 19

A nursing mother needs at least _____ a day to receive all the nutrients required for successful lactation.

Accepted Answer

A)  1200 kcal 
B)  1400 kcal 
C)  1800 kcal 
D)  2000 kcal 
E)  2400 kcal 
A)  1200 kcal 
B)  1400 kcal 
C)  1800 kcal 
D)  2000 kcal 
E)  2400 kcal

Question 20

A woman who is ______ at the time of conception is advised to gain 15 to 20 pounds during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A woman who is ______ at the...

Exam 14: Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

To reduce risk of the development of type 2 diabetes after pregnancy, health professional strongly advise women to _______.

A healthy full-term infant weighs approximately _____ pounds.

_____ triggers the "let-down reflex," where the mammary glands are triggered to eject milk into the milk ducts.

What is gestational diabetes?

The developing brain depends heavily on ______, and the mother's intake of during pregnancy may improve an infant's brain function and cognition.

A fertilized ovum is known as a ______.

An infant born at 39 weeks would be described as _____.

Which of the following is true about low-birthweight infants?

What pregnancy condition can also be an early indicator of preeclampsia?

The temporary absence of menstrual periods immediately following childbirth is referred to as __________.

Hormone changes experienced during early pregnancy seem to peak at _________

Which of the following is a correct statement about morning sickness?

Based on the weight gain patterns discussed, a woman who was at a healthy BMI when she became pregnant should have gained approximately _____ pounds by the twentieth week of gestation.

All of the following are potential health benefits of lactation that benefit the mother except

_________ are strong desires to avoid particular foods and are thought to be due to hormonal changes.

Which of the following is a correct statement with regard to the mother's weight and weight loss after pregnancy?

Nancy's protein RDA before she got pregnant was 47 grams per day. What is her protein RDA now that she is pregnant?

Breastfeeding is not recommended when the mother has ________.

A nursing mother needs at least _____ a day to receive all the nutrients required for successful lactation.

A woman who is ______ at the time of conception is advised to gain 15 to 20 pounds during pregnancy.

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

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