Question 1

One function of the ___ is to transfer nutrients and oxygen from the maternal blood to the baby through a network of blood vessels.

Accepted Answer

A) placenta 
B) amniotic sac 
C) zygote 
D) chorion membrane 
A) placenta 
B) amniotic sac 
C) zygote 
D) chorion membrane

Question 2

The cell produced by the union of sperm and ovum during fertilization is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) embryo. 
B) fetus. 
C) zygote. 
D) trophoblast. 
A) embryo. 
B) fetus. 
C) zygote. 
D) trophoblast.

Question 3

Compared to formula-fed babies,babies receiving breast milk:

Accepted Answer

A) grow faster. 
B) have fewer allergies,ear infections and respiratory illness. 
C) are frequently overfed. 
D) walk sooner. 
A) grow faster. 
B) have fewer allergies,ear infections and respiratory illness. 
C) are frequently overfed. 
D) walk sooner.

Question 4

Gestational diabetes increases the risk for having:

Accepted Answer

A) a small-for-gestational-age infant. 
B) a large-for-gestational-age infant. 
C) an infant born with PKU. 
D) an infant with a neural tube defect. 
A) a small-for-gestational-age infant. 
B) a large-for-gestational-age infant. 
C) an infant born with PKU. 
D) an infant with a neural tube defect.

Question 5

The hormonal reflex triggered by the infant's suckling that causes milk to be released from the milk ducts is called the _________ reflex.

Accepted Answer

A) trickle down 
B) flow rate 
C) let down 
D) rooting 
A) trickle down 
B) flow rate 
C) let down 
D) rooting

Question 6

Morning sickness,as well as other discomforts associated with pregnancy,is most likely caused by:

Accepted Answer

A) shifting positions of internal organs. 
B) increased blood volume. 
C) hormonal changes. 
D) a decrease in metabolic rate. 
A) shifting positions of internal organs. 
B) increased blood volume. 
C) hormonal changes. 
D) a decrease in metabolic rate.

Question 7

Summarize the nutrient recommendations during pregnancy for each of the following nutrients.
a)protein
b)calcium
c)iron
d)folate

Accepted Answer

a) Protein: During pregnancy, it is reco

Question 8

Colic is a term used to describe:

Accepted Answer

A) delayed growth patterns during infancy. 
B) inconsolable crying believed to be due to pain from gas buildup in the gastrointestinal tract or immaturity of the central nervous system. 
C) infants who are developmentally and physically slow. 
D) infants who are unable to latch onto a nipple and suck. 
A) delayed growth patterns during infancy. 
B) inconsolable crying believed to be due to pain from gas buildup in the gastrointestinal tract or immaturity of the central nervous system. 
C) infants who are developmentally and physically slow. 
D) infants who are unable to latch onto a nipple and suck.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of a teratogen?

Accepted Answer

A) Nicotine in cigarette smoke 
B) Some vitamins 
C) Alcohol 
D) All of these 
A) Nicotine in cigarette smoke 
B) Some vitamins 
C) Alcohol 
D) All of these

Question 10

Which statement best describes dietary fat requirements during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) Extra fat is required to provide fuel for the developing fetus. 
B) Fat should make up 45% of the kcalories consumed. 
C) Total fat does not need to increase,however,there is an increased requirement for essential fatty acids. 
D) Fish oil supplements are highly recommended. 
A) Extra fat is required to provide fuel for the developing fetus. 
B) Fat should make up 45% of the kcalories consumed. 
C) Total fat does not need to increase,however,there is an increased requirement for essential fatty acids. 
D) Fish oil supplements are highly recommended.

Question 11

During pregnancy,enhanced red blood cell formation and cell division increase the requirements for which of the following micronutrients?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron 
B) Vitamin B₁₂ 
C) Zinc 
D) All of these 
A) Iron 
B) Vitamin B₁₂ 
C) Zinc 
D) All of these

Question 12

Which of the following is characteristic of neural tube defects?

Accepted Answer

A) Improper closure of the hard and/or soft palate 
B) Developmental defects of the heart 
C) Abnormalities in the long bones of the legs and arms 
D) Structural abnormalities associated with the spine and/or brain 
A) Improper closure of the hard and/or soft palate 
B) Developmental defects of the heart 
C) Abnormalities in the long bones of the legs and arms 
D) Structural abnormalities associated with the spine and/or brain

Question 13

How much should a baby boy weigh at 15 months of age if they are at the 50ᵗʰ percentile of growth as established by the CDC?

Accepted Answer

At 15 months of age, a baby boy who is a

Question 14

Pica is defined as:

Accepted Answer

A) an abnormal craving for and ingestion of unusual food and nonfood substances. 
B) nausea and vomiting that occurs typically during the first trimester of pregnancy. 
C) swelling due to the buildup of extracellular fluid in body tissues. 
D) consistently elevated blood glucose that develops during pregnancy. 
A) an abnormal craving for and ingestion of unusual food and nonfood substances. 
B) nausea and vomiting that occurs typically during the first trimester of pregnancy. 
C) swelling due to the buildup of extracellular fluid in body tissues. 
D) consistently elevated blood glucose that develops during pregnancy.

Question 15

Cigarette smoking during pregnancy can:

Accepted Answer

A) increase risk of preterm delivery. 
B) affect brain development. 
C) reduce oxygen delivery to the fetus. 
D) All of these are correct 
A) increase risk of preterm delivery. 
B) affect brain development. 
C) reduce oxygen delivery to the fetus. 
D) All of these are correct

Question 16

Describe weight gain recommendations for the following pregnant women:
A)women within an ideal weight range
B)women below an ideal weight range
C)women exceeding an ideal weight range

Accepted Answer

For women within an ideal weight range,

Question 17

For which nutrients is there no increase in need for either pregnant or lactating women?

Accepted Answer

For pregnant or lactating women, the nee

Question 18

To supply the developing fetus with the calcium required for teeth and bones,pregnant women should:

Accepted Answer

A) take 1200 mg of supplemental calcium per day. 
B) consume an additional 2 servings of dairy products daily. 
C) consume the same amount of calcium that is recommended for non-pregnant women. 
D) increase calcium intake by 600 mg/day. 
A) take 1200 mg of supplemental calcium per day. 
B) consume an additional 2 servings of dairy products daily. 
C) consume the same amount of calcium that is recommended for non-pregnant women. 
D) increase calcium intake by 600 mg/day.

Question 19

Which of the following is associated with preeclampsia?

Accepted Answer

A) Elevated blood glucose levels 
B) Increased blood pressure 
C) Low fasting blood glucose levels 
D) Severe diarrhea 
A) Elevated blood glucose levels 
B) Increased blood pressure 
C) Low fasting blood glucose levels 
D) Severe diarrhea

Question 20

Down Syndrome is:

Accepted Answer

A) due to a chromosomal abnormality. 
B) caused by poor folate intake early in pregnancy. 
C) strongly related to drinking alcohol during pregnancy. 
D) the result of exposure to radiation (x-rays)during the first trimester of pregnancy. 
A) due to a chromosomal abnormality. 
B) caused by poor folate intake early in pregnancy. 
C) strongly related to drinking alcohol during pregnancy. 
D) the result of exposure to radiation (x-rays)during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Exam 14: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

One function of the ___ is to transfer nutrients and oxygen from the maternal blood to the baby through a network of blood vessels.

The cell produced by the union of sperm and ovum during fertilization is called a(n):

Compared to formula-fed babies,babies receiving breast milk:

Gestational diabetes increases the risk for having:

The hormonal reflex triggered by the infant's suckling that causes milk to be released from the milk ducts is called the _________ reflex.

Morning sickness,as well as other discomforts associated with pregnancy,is most likely caused by:

Summarize the nutrient recommendations during pregnancy for each of the following nutrients. a)protein b)calcium c)iron d)folate

Colic is a term used to describe:

Which of the following is an example of a teratogen?

Which statement best describes dietary fat requirements during pregnancy?

During pregnancy,enhanced red blood cell formation and cell division increase the requirements for which of the following micronutrients?

Which of the following is characteristic of neural tube defects?

How much should a baby boy weigh at 15 months of age if they are at the 50ᵗʰ percentile of growth as established by the CDC?

Pica is defined as:

Cigarette smoking during pregnancy can:

Describe weight gain recommendations for the following pregnant women: A)women within an ideal weight range B)women below an ideal weight range C)women exceeding an ideal weight range

For which nutrients is there no increase in need for either pregnant or lactating women?

To supply the developing fetus with the calcium required for teeth and bones,pregnant women should:

Which of the following is associated with preeclampsia?

Down Syndrome is:

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