Question 1

The physiological anemia of pregnancy is a result of

Accepted Answer

A)  an increase in the mother's blood volume. 
B)  a decrease in the mother's iron absorption. 
C)  a decrease in the mother's water consumption. 
D)  a decrease in the mother's red blood cell production. 
A)  an increase in the mother's blood volume. 
B)  a decrease in the mother's iron absorption. 
C)  a decrease in the mother's water consumption. 
D)  a decrease in the mother's red blood cell production.

Question 2

To produce human milk,a lactating woman needs

Accepted Answer

A)  100 - 200 extra kcal per day above prepregnancy needs. 
B)  twice as much dietary protein as needed during pregnancy. 
C)  an extra 32 ounces of fluid daily. 
D)  twice as much dietary iron as needed during pregnancy. 
E)  All of these choices are accurate. 
A)  100 - 200 extra kcal per day above prepregnancy needs. 
B)  twice as much dietary protein as needed during pregnancy. 
C)  an extra 32 ounces of fluid daily. 
D)  twice as much dietary iron as needed during pregnancy. 
E)  All of these choices are accurate.

Question 3

During the second trimester,a pregnant woman needs an additional _______ kcal per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  100 
B)  350 
C)  450 
D)  500 
A)  100 
B)  350 
C)  450 
D)  500

Question 4

To keep gestational diabetes under control,recommendations for pregnant women include

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise. 
B)  eating high glycemic load carbohydrates through the day. 
C)  taking chromium supplements. 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  exercise. 
B)  eating high glycemic load carbohydrates through the day. 
C)  taking chromium supplements. 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 5

Milk production in breastfeeding is determined by infant demand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Mature human milk provides about 20 calories per ounce.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Herbal products offer a safe way to treat disease in pregnant women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Insufficient intake of protein during pregnancy is very common in the U.S.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The time to focus on nutrition and pregnancy is

Accepted Answer

A)  during childbearing years. 
B)  immediately after conception. 
C)  during the first trimester. 
D)  during the second trimester. 
A)  during childbearing years. 
B)  immediately after conception. 
C)  during the first trimester. 
D)  during the second trimester.

Question 10

The placenta's size and ability to support fetal growth depend on the mother's nutritional status.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Women who begin pregnancy at a normal BMI should gain about ____ pounds during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A)  15 
B)  15 to 25 
C)  25 to 35 
D)  28 to 40 
A)  15 
B)  15 to 25 
C)  25 to 35 
D)  28 to 40

Question 12

The practice of eating non-food substances,such as clay or laundry starch,during pregnancy is called

Accepted Answer

A)  hyperemesis. 
B)  pica. 
C)  pregnancy-induced hunger. 
D)  diuresis. 
A)  hyperemesis. 
B)  pica. 
C)  pregnancy-induced hunger. 
D)  diuresis.

Question 13

Proportionally,a pregnant woman's calorie needs increase much more than her nutrient needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

For the pregnant woman,the RDA for protein increases by ___ over prepregnancy needs.

Accepted Answer

A)  10% 
B)  15% 
C)  20% 
D)  50% 
A)  10% 
B)  15% 
C)  20% 
D)  50%

Question 15

A low birth weight infant weighs

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 7.5 pounds. 
B)  less than 7 pounds. 
C)  less than 6 pounds. 
D)  less than 5.5 pounds. 
A)  less than 7.5 pounds. 
B)  less than 7 pounds. 
C)  less than 6 pounds. 
D)  less than 5.5 pounds.

Question 16

Exercise can help control gestational diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

To reduce heartburn symptoms,pregnant women should

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise right after meals. 
B)  eat larger meals in the morning. 
C)  limit caffeine and chocolate intake. 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  exercise right after meals. 
B)  eat larger meals in the morning. 
C)  limit caffeine and chocolate intake. 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 18

A nursing infant is getting enough milk if the infant

Accepted Answer

A)  has 3 - 4 wet diapers per day. 
B)  shows normal weight gain. 
C)  does not spit up after being fed. 
D)  All of these choices are accurate. 
A)  has 3 - 4 wet diapers per day. 
B)  shows normal weight gain. 
C)  does not spit up after being fed. 
D)  All of these choices are accurate.

Question 19

Gestational diabetes

Accepted Answer

A)  is a normal and expected condition seen during pregnancy. 
B)  occurs because of the increase in maternal body weight that occurs during pregnancy. 
C)  can develop into a deadly condition called eclampsia. 
D)  is most common in women with a family history of diabetes. 
E)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  is a normal and expected condition seen during pregnancy. 
B)  occurs because of the increase in maternal body weight that occurs during pregnancy. 
C)  can develop into a deadly condition called eclampsia. 
D)  is most common in women with a family history of diabetes. 
E)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 20

Preterm infants are born before 39 weeks of gestation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The physiological anemia of pregnancy is a result of

To produce human milk,a lactating woman needs

During the second trimester,a pregnant woman needs an additional _______ kcal per day.

To keep gestational diabetes under control,recommendations for pregnant women include

Milk production in breastfeeding is determined by infant demand.

Mature human milk provides about 20 calories per ounce.

Herbal products offer a safe way to treat disease in pregnant women.

Insufficient intake of protein during pregnancy is very common in the U.S.

The time to focus on nutrition and pregnancy is

The placenta's size and ability to support fetal growth depend on the mother's nutritional status.

Women who begin pregnancy at a normal BMI should gain about ____ pounds during pregnancy.

The practice of eating non-food substances,such as clay or laundry starch,during pregnancy is called

Proportionally,a pregnant woman's calorie needs increase much more than her nutrient needs.

For the pregnant woman,the RDA for protein increases by ___ over prepregnancy needs.

A low birth weight infant weighs

Exercise can help control gestational diabetes.

To reduce heartburn symptoms,pregnant women should

A nursing infant is getting enough milk if the infant

Gestational diabetes

Preterm infants are born before 39 weeks of gestation.

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Exam 16: Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

The physiological anemia of pregnancy is a result of

To produce human milk,a lactating woman needs

During the second trimester,a pregnant woman needs an additional _______ kcal per day.

To keep gestational diabetes under control,recommendations for pregnant women include

Milk production in breastfeeding is determined by infant demand.

Mature human milk provides about 20 calories per ounce.

Herbal products offer a safe way to treat disease in pregnant women.

Insufficient intake of protein during pregnancy is very common in the U.S.

The time to focus on nutrition and pregnancy is

The placenta's size and ability to support fetal growth depend on the mother's nutritional status.

Women who begin pregnancy at a normal BMI should gain about ____ pounds during pregnancy.

The practice of eating non-food substances,such as clay or laundry starch,during pregnancy is called

Proportionally,a pregnant woman's calorie needs increase much more than her nutrient needs.

For the pregnant woman,the RDA for protein increases by ___ over prepregnancy needs.

A low birth weight infant weighs

Exercise can help control gestational diabetes.

To reduce heartburn symptoms,pregnant women should

A nursing infant is getting enough milk if the infant

Gestational diabetes

Preterm infants are born before 39 weeks of gestation.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

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