Question 1

The RDA for protein increases by an additional ______ grams per day during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A)  5
B)  15
C)  25
D)  35E) B) and C)
F) C) and D) C

Question 2

During the first trimester,a woman should gain ______ pounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 to 2
B)  2 to 4
C)  5 to 9
D)  10 to 14E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 3

The duration of pregnancy normally is ______ weeks.

Accepted Answer

A)  30-34
B)  32-36
C)  35-39
D)  38-42E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Nutrient-dense and bioavailable sources of calcium for a pregnant woman include

Accepted Answer

A)  fruits.
B)  vegetables.
C)  legumes.
D)  low-fat milk and cheese.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Patricia's physician tells her she needs more folate in her diet during pregnancy.She should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Drink orange juice.
B)  Eat beef.
C)  Eat more cheese.
D)  Eat more fish.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

During pregnancy,symptoms such as high blood pressure,excess protein in the urine,edema,changes in blood clotting,and seizures are associated with a condition called

Accepted Answer

A)  essential hypertension.
B)  eclampsia.
C)  preeclampsia.
D)  secondary hypertension.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Women suffering from chronic alcoholism produce children with a recognizable pattern of malformations called

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic cirrhosis.
B)  alcohol-related neurodevelopmental disorders.
C)  cystic fibrosis.
D)  fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) .E) C) and D)
F) A) and C) D

Question 8

Advantages of breastfeeding include

Accepted Answer

A)  breastfeeding is associated with fewer ear infections.
B)  breastfeeding reduces the risk of food allergies.
C)  breast milk provides antibodies while the infant's immune system is still immature.
D)  All the above.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Avoiding lying down,eating less fat,avoiding spicy foods,and consuming liquid between meals instead of during meals are all helpful in preventing

Accepted Answer

A)  constipation.
B)  heartburn.
C)  hemorrhoids.
D)  nausea and vomiting.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Sue's prepregnancy BMI is 38.Her weight-gain goal should be ______ pounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  11 to 20
B)  15 to 25
C)  25 to 35
D)  28 to 40E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 11

Low levels of body fat decrease ______ fertility.

Accepted Answer

A)  both male or female
B)  female
C)  male
D)  neither male nor femaleE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Lower risk for gestational diabetes,reduced bone loss during pregnancy,better sleep,decreased back pain,and improved satisfaction with body image are all outcomes of

Accepted Answer

A)  following a low-fat diet during pregnancy.
B)  weight gain throughout pregnancy.
C)  inactivity during pregnancy.
D)  exercise during pregnancy.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Consumption of non-food items such as laundry starch,ice,and dirt is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  hyperemesis.
B)  pica.
C)  pregnancy-induced hypertension.
D)  eclampsia.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

The need for extra iron during pregnancy is greatest during which trimester(s) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  First
B)  First and second
C)  Second
D)  Second and thirdE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Lack of role models,widespread misinformation,and the fear of social judgment are all

Accepted Answer

A)  legitimate reasons not to breastfeed.
B)  barriers to breastfeeding.
C)  concerns of a pregnant mother who is a vegan.
D)  None of the above.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following is a federal program for reducing infant mortality by providing nutritional support and counseling?

Accepted Answer

A)  Food and Drug Administration (FD
A)  
B)  Nutrition Supplement Program (NSP) 
C)  Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women,Infants,and Children (WI
C)  
D)  Regional Nutrition Counseling Program (RNCP) E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends all infants be given ______ IU of vitamin D per day until they are consuming that much from food.

Accepted Answer

A)  600
B)  800
C)  400
D)  200E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Fertility can be impaired by

Accepted Answer

A)  too much body fat.
B)  too little body fat.
C)  either too little or too much body fat.D) A) and B)
E) All of the above

Question 19

Avoiding greasy or fried foods,eating saltine crackers or dry cereal before getting out of bed,avoiding large fluid intake in the mornings,and eating smaller,more frequent meals help to control _____ during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A)  edema
B)  constipation
C)  nausea
D)  gestational diabetesE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Concerning the infant,two major indicators of a successful pregnancy are: (1) gestation period longer than ______ weeks and (2) birth weight greater than ______ pounds.

Accepted Answer

A)  34;5.5
B)  37;5.5
C)  37;2.5
D)  40;7.5E) B) and D)
F) A) and C) B

Exam 18: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

The RDA for protein increases by an additional ______ grams per day during pregnancy.

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During the first trimester,a woman should gain ______ pounds.

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The duration of pregnancy normally is ______ weeks.

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Nutrient-dense and bioavailable sources of calcium for a pregnant woman include

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Patricia's physician tells her she needs more folate in her diet during pregnancy.She should do which of the following?

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During pregnancy,symptoms such as high blood pressure,excess protein in the urine,edema,changes in blood clotting,and seizures are associated with a condition called

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Women suffering from chronic alcoholism produce children with a recognizable pattern of malformations called

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Advantages of breastfeeding include

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Avoiding lying down,eating less fat,avoiding spicy foods,and consuming liquid between meals instead of during meals are all helpful in preventing

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Sue's prepregnancy BMI is 38.Her weight-gain goal should be ______ pounds.

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Low levels of body fat decrease ______ fertility.

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Lower risk for gestational diabetes,reduced bone loss during pregnancy,better sleep,decreased back pain,and improved satisfaction with body image are all outcomes of

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Consumption of non-food items such as laundry starch,ice,and dirt is known as

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The need for extra iron during pregnancy is greatest during which trimester(s) ?

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Lack of role models,widespread misinformation,and the fear of social judgment are all

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Which of the following is a federal program for reducing infant mortality by providing nutritional support and counseling?

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends all infants be given ______ IU of vitamin D per day until they are consuming that much from food.

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Fertility can be impaired by

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Avoiding greasy or fried foods,eating saltine crackers or dry cereal before getting out of bed,avoiding large fluid intake in the mornings,and eating smaller,more frequent meals help to control _____ during pregnancy.

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Concerning the infant,two major indicators of a successful pregnancy are: (1) gestation period longer than ______ weeks and (2) birth weight greater than ______ pounds.

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