Question 1

What describes a reflection of body weight changes associated with pregnancy? ​

Accepted Answer

A) Weight gain is generally steady throughout pregnancy for normal-weight women. 
B) Most women are unable to lose all of the weight that is gained during pregnancy. 
C) Sudden, large weight gain in pregnancy may signal the development of hypotension. 
D) Overweight pregnant women should gain as much weight as underweight pregnant women. 
A) Weight gain is generally steady throughout pregnancy for normal-weight women. 
B) Most women are unable to lose all of the weight that is gained during pregnancy. 
C) Sudden, large weight gain in pregnancy may signal the development of hypotension. 
D) Overweight pregnant women should gain as much weight as underweight pregnant women. B

Question 2

What statement best describes the relationship between malnutrition and fertility? ​

Accepted Answer

A) Starvation may be more likely to induce ovulation. 
B) A woman with food deprivation may develop amenorrhea. 
C) Malnutrition is associated with increased progesterone but decreased estrogen. 
D) Men who are malnourished are more likely to suffer from hypogonadism. 
A) Starvation may be more likely to induce ovulation. 
B) A woman with food deprivation may develop amenorrhea. 
C) Malnutrition is associated with increased progesterone but decreased estrogen. 
D) Men who are malnourished are more likely to suffer from hypogonadism. B

Question 3

Match between columns
                        Premises: a condition characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine

Accepted Answer

The Answer of 17-30 and  7 and  25-35 is...

Question 4

What is a characteristic of gestational diabetes? ​

Accepted Answer

A) It predicts risk of diabetes for the infant. 
B) It leads to type 2 diabetes in some women. 
C) It occurs in over one-half of normal weight women. 
D) It occurs more often in women with a history of having premature births. 
A) It predicts risk of diabetes for the infant. 
B) It leads to type 2 diabetes in some women. 
C) It occurs in over one-half of normal weight women. 
D) It occurs more often in women with a history of having premature births.

Question 5

What describes a feature of lactation?

Accepted Answer

A) Breast milk protein content may be enhanced by moderate exercise. 
B) The volume of breast milk may be increased by drinking plenty of fluid. 
C) The iron content of breast milk may be increased by taking iron supplements. 
D) Breast milk quantity but not quality is most affected by nutritional inadequacies. 
A) Breast milk protein content may be enhanced by moderate exercise. 
B) The volume of breast milk may be increased by drinking plenty of fluid. 
C) The iron content of breast milk may be increased by taking iron supplements. 
D) Breast milk quantity but not quality is most affected by nutritional inadequacies.

Question 6

Since repeated pregnancies occurring within short time frames lead to depletion of the mother's nutrient reserves, what is the optimal interval between pregnancies?

Accepted Answer

A) 6 months 
B) 12 months 
C) 18-23 months 
D) 24-35 months 
A) 6 months 
B) 12 months 
C) 18-23 months 
D) 24-35 months

Question 7

Match between columns
                        Premises: developing infant from 2-8 weeks after conception

Accepted Answer

The Answer of  25-35 and  7 and  is...

Question 8

Which hormone is responsible for the let-down reflex?

Accepted Answer

A) oxytocin 
B) estrogen 
C) progesterone 
D) luteinizing hormone 
A) oxytocin 
B) estrogen 
C) progesterone 
D) luteinizing hormone

Question 9

What type of exercise would be most appropriate for a pregnant woman? ​

Accepted Answer

A) racquetball 
B) horseback riding 
C) skiing 
D) swimming 
A) racquetball 
B) horseback riding 
C) skiing 
D) swimming

Question 10

Studies report that folate supplements for women may lower the incidence of neural tube defects among infants when the vitamin is taken during the ____ trimester(s)of pregnancy. ​

Accepted Answer

A) last 
B) second 
C) second and third 
D) month before conception through the first 
A) last 
B) second 
C) second and third 
D) month before conception through the first

Question 11

Which nutrient would most likely need to be supplemented for a pregnant woman who is a vegan? ​

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin A 
B) potassium 
C) vitamin B12 
D) sodium 
A) vitamin A 
B) potassium 
C) vitamin B12 
D) sodium

Question 12

What physical characteristic would most likely be seen in a child with FAS? ​

Accepted Answer

A) macrocephaly 
B) flattened nose bridge 
C) upward slant of the eyes 
D) protruding tongue and chin 
A) macrocephaly 
B) flattened nose bridge 
C) upward slant of the eyes 
D) protruding tongue and chin

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: a recommended practice to prevent or relieve heartburn

Accepted Answer

The Answer of embryo and zygote and pica and drink is...

Question 14

What condition is most likely to be a risk factor associated with a high-risk pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) prepregnancy BMI between 22 and 25 
B) less than 24 months between pregnancies 
C) excessive pregnancy weight gain 
D) age over 32 years in the mother 
A) prepregnancy BMI between 22 and 25 
B) less than 24 months between pregnancies 
C) excessive pregnancy weight gain 
D) age over 32 years in the mother

Question 15

Match between columns
                        Premises: age in years at which obstetricians routinely screen pregnant women for birth defects such as Down syndrome

Accepted Answer

The Answer of preeclampsia and pica and eclampsia and  is...

Question 16

Match between columns
                        Premises: a craving for nonfood substances

Accepted Answer

The Answer of eat small, frequent meals and alcohol and is...

Question 17

Joan is 24 weeks pregnant and wants to start exercising. She admits that she has been inactive most of her adult life. What exercise option is best for Joan to start? ​

Accepted Answer

A) playing doubles tennis 
B) walking 25 minutes a day 
C) participating in an hour-long aerobics class 
D) weight lifting at the gym 
A) playing doubles tennis 
B) walking 25 minutes a day 
C) participating in an hour-long aerobics class 
D) weight lifting at the gym

Question 18

In general, what are the chief consequences of nutritional deprivation in the lactating mother? ​

Accepted Answer

A) cessation of lactation 
B) reduced quality of milk 
C) reduced quantity of milk 
D) an inability to pass antibodies to the infant 
A) cessation of lactation 
B) reduced quality of milk 
C) reduced quantity of milk 
D) an inability to pass antibodies to the infant

Question 19

Brenda is in her 26th week of gestation and has a family history of diabetes. Her pre-pregnancy BMI was 26, and she has gained 35 pounds. If she does not make appropriate dietary changes, she is at high risk for developing ____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) preeclampsia 
B) gestational diabetes 
C) iron deficiency anemia 
D) osteomalacia 
A) preeclampsia 
B) gestational diabetes 
C) iron deficiency anemia 
D) osteomalacia

Question 20

Match between columns
                        Premises: a newly fertilized ovum

Accepted Answer

The Answer of alcohol and drink at least 8 glasses is...

Exam 14: Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

What describes a reflection of body weight changes associated with pregnancy? ​

What statement best describes the relationship between malnutrition and fertility? ​

What is a characteristic of gestational diabetes? ​

What describes a feature of lactation?

Since repeated pregnancies occurring within short time frames lead to depletion of the mother's nutrient reserves, what is the optimal interval between pregnancies?

Which hormone is responsible for the let-down reflex?

What type of exercise would be most appropriate for a pregnant woman? ​

Studies report that folate supplements for women may lower the incidence of neural tube defects among infants when the vitamin is taken during the ____ trimester(s)of pregnancy. ​

Which nutrient would most likely need to be supplemented for a pregnant woman who is a vegan? ​

What physical characteristic would most likely be seen in a child with FAS? ​

What condition is most likely to be a risk factor associated with a high-risk pregnancy?

Joan is 24 weeks pregnant and wants to start exercising. She admits that she has been inactive most of her adult life. What exercise option is best for Joan to start? ​

In general, what are the chief consequences of nutritional deprivation in the lactating mother? ​

Brenda is in her 26th week of gestation and has a family history of diabetes. Her pre-pregnancy BMI was 26, and she has gained 35 pounds. If she does not make appropriate dietary changes, she is at high risk for developing ____. ​

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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What describes a reflection of body weight changes associated with pregnancy?

What statement best describes the relationship between malnutrition and fertility?

What is a characteristic of gestational diabetes?

What type of exercise would be most appropriate for a pregnant woman?

Studies report that folate supplements for women may lower the incidence of neural tube defects among infants when the vitamin is taken during the ____ trimester(s)of pregnancy.

Which nutrient would most likely need to be supplemented for a pregnant woman who is a vegan?

What physical characteristic would most likely be seen in a child with FAS?

Joan is 24 weeks pregnant and wants to start exercising. She admits that she has been inactive most of her adult life. What exercise option is best for Joan to start?

In general, what are the chief consequences of nutritional deprivation in the lactating mother?

Brenda is in her 26th week of gestation and has a family history of diabetes. Her pre-pregnancy BMI was 26, and she has gained 35 pounds. If she does not make appropriate dietary changes, she is at high risk for developing ____.