Deck 14: Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy

Question 1

Which activity is not safe for a pregnant woman?

A)walking
B)swimming
C)low- impact aerobics
D)gymnastics

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Pregnant women who are vegans are at risk for a deficiency of which nutrient?

A)iron
B)zinc
C)B12
D)All these answers are correct.

Answer 2

D

Question 3

All of the following characterize teenage mothers except

A)increased risk of developing pregnancy- induced hypertension.
B)increased likelihood to skip meals.
C)increased risk of nutrient deficiencies.
D)declining fertility.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which is not correct about morning sickness?

A)It may be due to increased estrogen.
B)Symptoms of nausea subside by the afternoon.
C)About 80 percent of women experience it.
D)It usually ends by the 20th week of pregnancy.

Question 5

The following foods are the most common sources of food allergens for adults except

A)tree nuts.
B)shellfish.
C)wheat.
D)bananas.

Question 6

Prenatal exposure to cigarette smoke can increase the risk of

A)increased infant growth.
B)sudden infant death syndrome.
C)overdue birth.
D)All these answers are correct.

Question 7

Which of the following is the site of common tissue between the mother and embryo?

A)placenta
B)fallopian tube
C)ovary
D)cervix

Question 8

Which of the following is the first fluid expressed from the mother's breast?

A)oxytocin
B)colostrum
C)lactoferrin
D)prolactin

Question 9

A cup (8 ounces)of which beverage has the highest caffeine content?

A)chocolate milk
B)brewed tea
C)a soft drink
D)drip- brewed coffee

Question 10

How much alcohol per day is considered safe for a pregnant woman to consume?

A)none
B)6 oz.
C)8 oz.
D)4 oz.

Question 11

Which of the following is a fertilized egg for the first two weeks after conception?

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

Question 12

Adequate intake of which nutrient has been shown to reduce the risk of neural tube birth defects?

A)folic acid
B)vitamin D
C)vitamin C
D)mercury

Question 13

Which of the following binds iron and protects infant against bacteria?

A)DHA
B)lactoferrin
C)oxytocin
D)prolactin

Question 14

A woman with one risk factor for gestational diabetes should be tested for it

A)between 24 and 48 weeks.
B)during the first trimester.
C)before she is pregnant.
D)She may not need testing.

Question 15

Which type of fish should not be eaten by a pregnant or nursing woman?

A)shrimp
B)catfish
C)salmon
D)swordfish

Question 16

What is macrosomia?

A)a large baby, weighing more than 8 pounds
B)larger- than- normal hands on a newborn
C)a type of osteoporosis occurring in a pregnant woman
D)a neural tube defect

Question 17

Women with pica may crave

A)cornstarch.
B)clay.
C)baking soda.
D)All these answers are correct.

Question 18

All of the following are risk factors for gestational diabetes except

A)being Hispanic or African American.
B)being over 25 years of age.
C)having a family history of diabetes.
D)being underweight.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a food that should be avoided by pregnant women?

A)raw sprouts
B)sushi and sashimi
C)unpasteurized soft cheeses
D)high- fiber foods

Question 20

Fertilization occurs in which of the following?

A)vagina
B)fallopian tube
C)uterus
D)ovary

Question 21

Which vitamin can be toxic in excess and increase the risk of birth defects?

A)vitamin C
B)vitamin B6
C)vitamin A
D)vitamin D

Question 22

All of the following are signs of infant readiness for solid foods except that the infant

A)swallows correctly.
B)has the tongue- thrust reflex.
C)can sit with support.
D)can turn his/her head to indicate fullness.

Question 23

Besides iron, which other minerals should a pregnant woman also take to prevent a deficiency?

A)sodium and calcium
B)vitamin A
C)potassium and chloride
D)zinc and copper

Question 24

Eclampsia in a pregnant woman can

A)be the sign that morning sickness is over.
B)be easily treated with vitamin supplements.
C)be due to a woman drinking alcohol during her pregnancy.
D)lead to the death of the woman.

Question 25

Whole milk should not be given to an infant until after

A)1 1/2 years of age.
B)1 year of age.
C)2 years of age.
D)6 months of age.

Question 26

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)and the American Dietetic Association (ADA)recommend that women breast- feed for the first of infancy.

A)6 months
B)3 months
C)6 weeks
D)1 year

Question 27

Which of the following triggers milk production in the breast?

A)lactoferrin
B)oxytocin
C)colostrum
D)prolactin

Question 28

Symptoms of a food allergy can include

A)diarrhea.
B)hives.
C)vomiting.
D)All these answers are correct.

Question 29

Which of the following is a fatty acid needed for brain development?

A)DHA
B)EPA
C)ALA
D)LA

Question 30

All of the following may contribute to constipation in pregnant women except

A)inactivity.
B)a low- fiber diet.
C)plenty of fluids.
D)iron in prenatal supplements.

Question 31

Which nutrient does not need to be added to an infant's diet?

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

Question 32

Which of the following causes the milk to be released from the breast?

A)lactoferrin
B)colostrum
C)oxytocin
D)prolactin

Question 33

The recommended weight gain during pregnancy for a woman with a BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is

A)at least 15 pounds.
B)28 to 40 pounds.
C)25 to 35 pounds.
D)15 to 25 pounds.

Question 34

An organ of common tissue between the mother and the growing embryo is called the

A)umbilical cord.
B)uterus.
C)placenta.
D)amniotic sac.

Question 35

Which of the following is a fertilized egg during the third through the eighth week?

A)embryo
B)preembryo
C)fetus
D)blastocyst

Question 36

Which of the following is an embryo that is at least 8 weeks old?

A)zygote
B)blastocyst
C)fetus
D)preembryo

Question 37

Which is a benefit of daily exercise during pregnancy?

A)prevents backaches
B)shortens labor
C)helps relieve constipation
D)All these answers are correct.

Question 38

Which of the following statements is not true about folic acid?

A)Folic acid can prevent neural tube defects.
B)Folic acid helps prevent morning sickness.
C)Folic acid plays a role in the development of new cells.
D)Women who wish to conceive should consume 400 micrograms of folic acid.

Question 39

Gestational diabetes increases the risk of the baby developing which of the following?

A)breathing problems
B)birth defects
C)jaundice
D)All these answers are correct.

Question 40

Which food should not be given to infants, due to the possibility of botulism?

A)strawberries
B)honey
C)tuna
D)skim milk

Question 41

Healthy pregnant women should get at least 150 minutes of moderate- intensity aerobic activity, spread over a 7- day period, each week.

Question 42

A healthy lifestyle of parents- to- be before conception is essential to the health of the fetus.

Question 43

In the United States, food allergies are the cause of approximately 30,000 anaphylactic reactions.

Question 44

Honey should not be fed to infants, due to the risk of botulism.

Question 45

Individuals with allergies often carry a syringe injector of epinephrine to be self- administered when severe reactions occur.

Question 46

Certain fish contain methylmercury and should be avoided by pregnant women.

Question 47

Macrosomia occurs when blood pressure rises in a pregnant woman.

Question 48

The moment of contraception marks the third trimester.

Question 49

Pregnant women should avoid foods known to cause Listeria infection.

Question 50

A significant event that occurs during development is called a millstone.

Question 51

A food allergy is no different than a food intolerance.

Question 52

Fertility begins to increase in women starting in their early 30s.

Question 53

During the second trimester, pregnant women should consume an additional 500 calories daily.

Question 54

A carotenoid- rich, yellowish fluid produced initially by the breast after birth is called colostrum.

Question 55

It is recommended that an obese woman lose weight during pregnancy.

Question 56

A severe, life- threatening allergic reaction is called an anaphylactic reaction.

Question 57

Colostrum is rich in antibodies that help protect infants from infections.

Question 58

If a woman is breast- feeding, she cannot get pregnant again.

Question 59

The nutrient composition of breast milk remains constant throughout the year.

Question 60

An infant born with a genetic disorder called macrosomia can't metabolize lactose and shouldn't be breast- fed.

Question 61

A man's diet and lifestyle do not affect the likelihood of conception.

Question 62

A food allergy is the same as a food intolerance.

Question 63

Jaundice is a yellowish coloring of the skin due to the presence of beta- carotene in the blood.

Question 64

If a child doesn't reach the appropriate milestones, he or she may eventually develop a condition called failure to thrive.

Question 65

Inconsolable crying by an infant, often for long periods of time, is called colic.

Question 66

The composition of breast milk constantly changes to suit the infant's needs.

Question 67

During pregnancy, a woman's immune system is weakened.

Question 68

Breast- feeding can reduce the risk of hip fractures later in life.

Question 69

A pregnant woman's protein needs increase by about 35 percent during the second and third trimesters.

Question 70

A baby weighing less than 6 1/2 pounds is called a low birth weight baby.

Question 71

The least allergy- causing food is wheat cereal; it is a great first food for a child.

Question 72

If bottled water is used for mixing formula, a fluoride supplement is not necessary.

Question 73

Eclampsia is a major cause of death of women during pregnancy.

Question 74

Two micronutrients necessary for the healthy production of sperm are folate and zinc.

Question 75

Oxytocin causes milk to be produced in the breast.

Question 76

The cells that release histamines when allergic reactions occur are called mass cells.

Question 77

To alleviate heartburn, a pregnant woman is advised to lie down and relax after eating.

Question 78

Gestational diabetes can result in a large baby, a condition called galactosemia.

Question 79

Malnutrition is a common cause of morning sickness during pregnancy.

Question 80

Proteins that cause an adverse reaction by the immune system are called allergens.