Question 1

The early embryo (before 5 weeks of age) gets nourished by

Accepted Answer

A)  absorbing nutrients for the bloodstream of the mother (the bloodstream of the embryo mixes with the bloodstream of the mother). 
B)  breaking down the lining of the uterus. 
C)  transferring of nutrients from the placenta. 
D)  none of these 
A)  absorbing nutrients for the bloodstream of the mother (the bloodstream of the embryo mixes with the bloodstream of the mother). 
B)  breaking down the lining of the uterus. 
C)  transferring of nutrients from the placenta. 
D)  none of these

Question 2

Mothers who are breast feeding should avoid consuming large amounts of caffeine, because caffeine can pass into the breast milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of cocaine's effects during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a central nervous system stimulant. 
B)  Use by the mother during pregnancy increases her risk for a miscarriage. 
C)  It is a large molecule; therefore, it does not cross the placenta and enter fetal blood. 
D)  Many of its effects during pregnancy occur because it constricts blood vessels, thereby reducing oxygen and nutrient delivery to the fetus. 
A)  It is a central nervous system stimulant. 
B)  Use by the mother during pregnancy increases her risk for a miscarriage. 
C)  It is a large molecule; therefore, it does not cross the placenta and enter fetal blood. 
D)  Many of its effects during pregnancy occur because it constricts blood vessels, thereby reducing oxygen and nutrient delivery to the fetus.

Question 4

Adequate vitamin D intake is essential to ensure efficient _____ absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  folate 
C)  iron 
D)  zinc 
A)  calcium 
B)  folate 
C)  iron 
D)  zinc

Question 5

One of the greatest risk factors for poor pregnancy outcome is poverty.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A developing human from 2-8 weeks after fertilization is called a/an

Accepted Answer

A)  embryo. 
B)  fetus. 
C)  premature infant. 
D)  zygote. 
A)  embryo. 
B)  fetus. 
C)  premature infant. 
D)  zygote.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about feeding infants is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The microorganisms that cause colds are passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
B)  HIV infection is passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
C)  Nicotine from cigarettes is not passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
D)  Breastfeeding leads to decreased bone density in the lactating mother. 
A)  The microorganisms that cause colds are passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
B)  HIV infection is passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
C)  Nicotine from cigarettes is not passed from the mother to infant in breast milk. 
D)  Breastfeeding leads to decreased bone density in the lactating mother.

Question 8

Which of the following women has a greater risk of hypertensive disorder during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Susie, a 30 year old Caucasian mother of 2 
B)  Jenni, a 40 year old African American living in poverty 
C)  Staci, a 35 year old Hispanic mother of 1 
D)  Mildred, a Caucasian 20 year old college student 
A)  Susie, a 30 year old Caucasian mother of 2 
B)  Jenni, a 40 year old African American living in poverty 
C)  Staci, a 35 year old Hispanic mother of 1 
D)  Mildred, a Caucasian 20 year old college student

Question 9

Honey should never be fed to children younger than 1 year due to the increased risk of salmonella food poisoning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

DHA and ARA are only found in DHA and ARA fortified formulas and not in breast milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Exclusive breast feeding for the first 6 months of pregnancy has no effect on infant's risk of developing a food allergy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The first milk that is produced by the breast, containing more immune factors than milk produced later in lactation, is called

Accepted Answer

A)  colostrum. 
B)  cow's milk. 
C)  formula. 
D)  pica. 
A)  colostrum. 
B)  cow's milk. 
C)  formula. 
D)  pica.

Question 13

_______ is the nutrient that is most commonly deficient in infants who are consuming adequate energy and protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium 
B)  Iron 
C)  Vitamin D 
D)  Zinc 
A)  Calcium 
B)  Iron 
C)  Vitamin D 
D)  Zinc

Question 14

The growth charts for children assess the status of which of these parameters?

Accepted Answer

A)  Height, weight, and body fat 
B)  Body fat, head circumference, and weight 
C)  Height, weight, and head circumference 
D)  Body fat, head circumference and weight 
A)  Height, weight, and body fat 
B)  Body fat, head circumference, and weight 
C)  Height, weight, and head circumference 
D)  Body fat, head circumference and weight

Question 15

Pre-eclampsia is dangerous to the baby because it reduces blood flow to the placenta.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is the hormone that stimulates milk production in a woman who has just given birth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Human chorionic gonadotropin 
B)  Parathyroid hormone 
C)  Progestin 
D)  Prolactin 
A)  Human chorionic gonadotropin 
B)  Parathyroid hormone 
C)  Progestin 
D)  Prolactin

Question 17

Because infants change so much during the first year, energy requirements are made for three age groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following nutrients make up the majority of an infant's diet during the first 6 months of life?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate 
B)  fat 
C)  iron 
D)  protein 
A)  carbohydrate 
B)  fat 
C)  iron 
D)  protein

Question 19

At what point are infants ready for solid or semi-solid foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 months of age 
B)  4-6 months of age 
C)  Infants can eat solid food immediately after being born. 
D)  1 year of age 
A)  2 months of age 
B)  4-6 months of age 
C)  Infants can eat solid food immediately after being born. 
D)  1 year of age

Question 20

Which of the following fatty acids are essential for the development of the infant's retina and brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  DHA 
B)  trans fatty acids 
C)  ARA 
D)  DHA and ARA 
A)  DHA 
B)  trans fatty acids 
C)  ARA 
D)  DHA and ARA

The early embryo (before 5 weeks of age) gets nourished by

Mothers who are breast feeding should avoid consuming large amounts of caffeine, because caffeine can pass into the breast milk.

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of cocaine's effects during pregnancy?

Adequate vitamin D intake is essential to ensure efficient _____ absorption.

One of the greatest risk factors for poor pregnancy outcome is poverty.

A developing human from 2-8 weeks after fertilization is called a/an

Which of the following statements about feeding infants is true?

Which of the following women has a greater risk of hypertensive disorder during pregnancy?

Honey should never be fed to children younger than 1 year due to the increased risk of salmonella food poisoning.

DHA and ARA are only found in DHA and ARA fortified formulas and not in breast milk.

Exclusive breast feeding for the first 6 months of pregnancy has no effect on infant's risk of developing a food allergy.

The first milk that is produced by the breast, containing more immune factors than milk produced later in lactation, is called

_______ is the nutrient that is most commonly deficient in infants who are consuming adequate energy and protein.

The growth charts for children assess the status of which of these parameters?

Pre-eclampsia is dangerous to the baby because it reduces blood flow to the placenta.

Which of the following is the hormone that stimulates milk production in a woman who has just given birth?

Because infants change so much during the first year, energy requirements are made for three age groups.

Which of the following nutrients make up the majority of an infant's diet during the first 6 months of life?

At what point are infants ready for solid or semi-solid foods?

Which of the following fatty acids are essential for the development of the infant's retina and brain?

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Exam 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

The early embryo (before 5 weeks of age) gets nourished by

Mothers who are breast feeding should avoid consuming large amounts of caffeine, because caffeine can pass into the breast milk.

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of cocaine's effects during pregnancy?

Adequate vitamin D intake is essential to ensure efficient _____ absorption.

One of the greatest risk factors for poor pregnancy outcome is poverty.

A developing human from 2-8 weeks after fertilization is called a/an

Which of the following statements about feeding infants is true?

Which of the following women has a greater risk of hypertensive disorder during pregnancy?

Honey should never be fed to children younger than 1 year due to the increased risk of salmonella food poisoning.

DHA and ARA are only found in DHA and ARA fortified formulas and not in breast milk.

Exclusive breast feeding for the first 6 months of pregnancy has no effect on infant's risk of developing a food allergy.

The first milk that is produced by the breast, containing more immune factors than milk produced later in lactation, is called

_______ is the nutrient that is most commonly deficient in infants who are consuming adequate energy and protein.

The growth charts for children assess the status of which of these parameters?

Pre-eclampsia is dangerous to the baby because it reduces blood flow to the placenta.

Which of the following is the hormone that stimulates milk production in a woman who has just given birth?

Because infants change so much during the first year, energy requirements are made for three age groups.

Which of the following nutrients make up the majority of an infant's diet during the first 6 months of life?

At what point are infants ready for solid or semi-solid foods?

Which of the following fatty acids are essential for the development of the infant's retina and brain?

Nutrition: Everyday Choices

Guidelines for a Healthy Diet

Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Management

Nutrition, Fitness, and Physical Activity

Nutrition From 1 to 100

How Safe Is Our Food Supply

Feeding the World

Filters