Question 1

What does Canada's Food Guide recommend for women during their second trimester?

Accepted Answer

A) an additional 350 kcal 
B) an increase in folic acid intake 
C) more fresh fruit and vegetables 
D) more fluid intake 
A) an additional 350 kcal 
B) an increase in folic acid intake 
C) more fresh fruit and vegetables 
D) more fluid intake A

Question 2

Because infants are a vulnerable group,which compound is banned from baby bottles in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A) Arachidonic acid 
B) isoflavonol 
C) Bisphenol A 
D) Bisphosphonates 
A) Arachidonic acid 
B) isoflavonol 
C) Bisphenol A 
D) Bisphosphonates C

Question 3

Older women (>40 years)are at increased risk of having a baby born with which condition?

Accepted Answer

A) PKU. 
B) chromosomal abnormalities. 
C) fetal alcohol syndrome. 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct. 
A) PKU. 
B) chromosomal abnormalities. 
C) fetal alcohol syndrome. 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct. B

Question 4

What is the hormonal reflex triggered by the infant's suckling that causes milk to be released from the milk ducts?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Describe the function of the placenta during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

The placenta is a network of blood vesse

Question 6

Which statement about the use of cocaine during pregnancy is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) The effects of cocaine are limited to the very early life of the infant. 
B) Cocaine reduces the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus. 
C) Cocaine increases the risk of miscarriage. 
D) Cocaine negatively impacts attention span and learning throughout childhood. 
A) The effects of cocaine are limited to the very early life of the infant. 
B) Cocaine reduces the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus. 
C) Cocaine increases the risk of miscarriage. 
D) Cocaine negatively impacts attention span and learning throughout childhood.

Question 7

Compare the nutrient/kcaloric needs of a woman during pregnancy and the nutrient/kcaloric needs of a woman who is breastfeeding a newborn.

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy - During the first trimester o

Question 8

Which of the following is the correct sequence of gestational events?

Accepted Answer

A) embryo,fetus,zygote 
B) zygote,embryo,fetus 
C) fetus,embryo,zygote 
D) zygote,fetus,embryo 
A) embryo,fetus,zygote 
B) zygote,embryo,fetus 
C) fetus,embryo,zygote 
D) zygote,fetus,embryo

Question 9

Which of the following characteristics is associated with increased exclusive breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

A) having a partner 
B) smoking during pregnancy 
C) maternal employment 
D) having an older infant 
A) having a partner 
B) smoking during pregnancy 
C) maternal employment 
D) having an older infant

Question 10

Which of the following is a characteristic of gestational diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A) low fasting blood glucose levels. 
B) decreased urinary output. 
C) elevated blood glucose levels. 
D) difficulty gaining weight during the pregnancy. 
A) low fasting blood glucose levels. 
B) decreased urinary output. 
C) elevated blood glucose levels. 
D) difficulty gaining weight during the pregnancy.

Question 11

To prevent hemorrhage,infants receive a shot,at birth,of which vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A) iron 
B) folate 
C) vitamin K 
D) vitamin A 
A) iron 
B) folate 
C) vitamin K 
D) vitamin A

Question 12

What increases the risk of having a baby born with Down syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A) alcohol consumption during pregnancy. 
B) impaired folate status. 
C) maternal age at time of conception. 
D) inadequate (low)weight gain during pregnancy. 
A) alcohol consumption during pregnancy. 
B) impaired folate status. 
C) maternal age at time of conception. 
D) inadequate (low)weight gain during pregnancy.

Question 13

Which statement best describes the carbohydrates of breast milk?

Accepted Answer

A) Lactose is the major constituent and promotes calcium absorption. 
B) Some carbohydrates have prebiotic activity promoting the growth of Lactobacillus bifidus. 
C) Amylose is present and is digested by salivary amylase. 
D) Both (a)and (b). 
A) Lactose is the major constituent and promotes calcium absorption. 
B) Some carbohydrates have prebiotic activity promoting the growth of Lactobacillus bifidus. 
C) Amylose is present and is digested by salivary amylase. 
D) Both (a)and (b).

Question 14

Pregnant adolescents are at greater risk for which condition?

Accepted Answer

A) hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. 
B) accelerated growth. 
C) overdue babies. 
D) large-for-gestational-age babies. 
A) hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. 
B) accelerated growth. 
C) overdue babies. 
D) large-for-gestational-age babies.

Question 15

Which of the following foods was NOT chosen for mandatory folate fortification in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A) flour. 
B) cornmeal. 
C) pasta. 
D) whole grains. 
A) flour. 
B) cornmeal. 
C) pasta. 
D) whole grains.

Question 16

Which of the following is a fluid-filled membrane that surrounds the unborn baby and provides protection?

Accepted Answer

A) placenta 
B) amniotic sac 
C) trophoblast 
D) blastocyst 
A) placenta 
B) amniotic sac 
C) trophoblast 
D) blastocyst

Question 17

To prevent neural tube defects,Health Canada and other Canadian organizations recommended pregnant women obtain how much folic acid in supplement form?

Accepted Answer

A) 250 µg 
B) 400 µg 
C) 750 µg 
D) 1,000 µg 
A) 250 µg 
B) 400 µg 
C) 750 µg 
D) 1,000 µg

Question 18

What is a common side effect of iron supplements taken during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) Anemia 
B) Heartburn 
C) Edema 
D) Constipation 
A) Anemia 
B) Heartburn 
C) Edema 
D) Constipation

Question 19

Which statement accurately describes the energy requirement for the mother in the first trimester?

Accepted Answer

A) no increased requirement. 
B) an extra 100 kcal/day. 
C) an extra 250 kcal/day. 
D) an extra 500 kcal/day. 
A) no increased requirement. 
B) an extra 100 kcal/day. 
C) an extra 250 kcal/day. 
D) an extra 500 kcal/day.

Question 20

Which is one of the leading causes of preventable birth defects and mental retardation during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) tobacco use 
B) coffee consumption 
C) cocaine abuse 
D) alcohol consumption 
A) tobacco use 
B) coffee consumption 
C) cocaine abuse 
D) alcohol consumption

Exam 14: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

What does Canada's Food Guide recommend for women during their second trimester?

Because infants are a vulnerable group,which compound is banned from baby bottles in Canada?

Older women (>40 years)are at increased risk of having a baby born with which condition?

What is the hormonal reflex triggered by the infant's suckling that causes milk to be released from the milk ducts?

Describe the function of the placenta during pregnancy.

Which statement about the use of cocaine during pregnancy is FALSE?

Compare the nutrient/kcaloric needs of a woman during pregnancy and the nutrient/kcaloric needs of a woman who is breastfeeding a newborn.

Which of the following is the correct sequence of gestational events?

Which of the following characteristics is associated with increased exclusive breastfeeding?

Which of the following is a characteristic of gestational diabetes?

To prevent hemorrhage,infants receive a shot,at birth,of which vitamin?

What increases the risk of having a baby born with Down syndrome?

Which statement best describes the carbohydrates of breast milk?

Pregnant adolescents are at greater risk for which condition?

Which of the following foods was NOT chosen for mandatory folate fortification in Canada?

Which of the following is a fluid-filled membrane that surrounds the unborn baby and provides protection?

To prevent neural tube defects,Health Canada and other Canadian organizations recommended pregnant women obtain how much folic acid in supplement form?

What is a common side effect of iron supplements taken during pregnancy?

Which statement accurately describes the energy requirement for the mother in the first trimester?

Which is one of the leading causes of preventable birth defects and mental retardation during pregnancy?

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Nutrition Guidelines: Applying the Science of Nutrition

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Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibre

Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Energy Balance and Weight Management

A: the Water-Soluble Vitamins

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and the Electrolytes

Major Minerals and Bone Health

The Trace Elements

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Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

Nutrition and Aging: the Adult Years

Food Safety

World Hunger and Malnutrition

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