Deck 10: Nutrition during Pregnancy and Lactation

Question 1

Adequate folate in the periconceptional period helps prevent

A) cretinism.
B) mental retardation.
C) neural tube defects.
D) gestational diabetes.

Answer 1

C
Folate builds mature red blood cells throughout pregnancy and is particularly needed during the early periconceptional period to ensure healthy embryonic tissue development and prevent malformation of the neural tube.

Question 2

Increased protein is necessary in pregnancy for

A) preventing gestational diabetes.
B) sparing carbohydrates for energy needs.
C) growing maternal tissues.
D) preventing pregnancy-induced hypertension.

Answer 2

C
Increased protein is necessary in pregnancy for rapid growth of the fetus.development of the placenta.growth of maternal tissues.increased maternal blood volume.and amniotic fluid.

Question 3

Nutritional needs during pregnancy are affected by

A) the mother's age.
B) the sex of the infant.
C) the mother's food cravings.
D) whether the mother works.

Answer 3

A
Nutritional needs during pregnancy are affected by the mother's age along with height and prepregnancy weight.

Question 4

The amount of extra protein required by pregnant women compared with nonpregnant women is approximately

A) 10 g/day.
B) 15 g/day.
C) 25 g/day.
D) 30 g/day.

Question 5

Drinking three to four cups of milk a day during pregnancy is recommended because milk is a good source of

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

Question 6

A very overweight pregnant woman older than 30 years of age is at high risk for

A) anemia.
B) gestational diabetes.
C) edema.
D) phenylketonuria.

Question 7

Several vitamins are required in greater amounts during pregnancy because

A) fetal demands for the vitamins are high.
B) more hemoglobin is synthesized.
C) the vitamins are excreted in greater quantities.
D) metabolic activities increase.

Question 8

Appropriate snack choices for a pregnant woman with morning sickness may include

A) a meal of hot soup and Gatorade.
B) lemonade with added sugar and peppermint sticks.
C) a glass of hot, decaffeinated tea.
D) whole-wheat toast with a small amount of light butter and a small piece of fruit.

Question 9

A pregnancy is considered high risk if the mother

A) is 16 years old.
B) is vegetarian.
C) works full time.
D) exercises four or five times per week.

Question 10

A pregnant adolescent is at risk because she

A) does not know how to care for herself.
B) has not established good eating habits.
C) is still in a growth stage of development.
D) will not know about the pregnancy until after the fetal organs have formed.

Question 11

A pregnant woman's energy needs must be met in order to

A) spare vitamins.
B) spare adipose stores.
C) prevent fetal deformity.
D) spare protein.

Question 12

A pregnant vegetarian can help prevent development of iron-deficiency anemia by consuming foods high in

A) vitamin C.
B) vitamin D.
C) folate.
D) protein.

Question 13

An acceptable ending pregnancy weight for a woman whose prepregnancy weight is 125 lb is

A) 130 to 135 lb.
B) 135 to 145 lb.
C) 145 to 150 lb.
D) 150 to 160 lb.

Question 14

Total weight gain during the first trimester should be approximately _____ lbs.

A) 1 to 2
B) 2 to 4
C) 6 to 10
D) 10 to 15

Question 15

Iron needs increase during pregnancy because of

A) maternal constipation.
B) an increased maternal blood volume.
C) an increased maternal metabolic rate.
D) poor iron absorption during pregnancy.

Question 16

What is a food choice to help alleviate constipation during pregnancy?

A) Figs
B) Chocolate
C) White bread
D) Saltines

Question 17

A good source of calcium during pregnancy is

A) orange juice drink.
B) lean ground beef.
C) milk.
D) baked beans.

Question 18

A condition of severe.prolonged.and persistent vomiting during pregnancy is called

A) hyperemesis gravidarum.
B) placenta previa.
C) gestational diabetes.
D) preeclampsia.

Question 19

A good source of iron during pregnancy would be

A) watermelon.
B) orange juice.
C) macaroni and cheese.
D) lean ground beef.

Question 20

Daily kilocalorie needs during the second trimester exceed normal requirements by approximately

A) 100 kcal.
B) 200 kcal.
C) 340 kcal.
D) 500 kcal.

Question 21

During pregnancy.women should be encouraged not to

A) exercise.
B) have sexual intercourse.
C) drink alcoholic beverages.
D) drink decaffeinated coffee.

Question 22

High blood pressure and the accumulation of protein in the urine may be signs of

A) preeclampsia.
B) hyperemesis.
C) alcoholism.
D) gestational diabetes.

Question 23

The best source of folate is

A) fruit juices.
B) green, leafy vegetables.
C) whole grains.
D) citrus fruits.

Question 24

The finding of glycosuria during a routine laboratory test may suggest that the woman has

A) anemia.
B) gestational diabetes.
C) phenylketonuria.
D) hypertension.

Question 25

The amount of breast milk that most women produce

A) is governed by supply and demand.
B) increases as lactation continues.
C) is affected by maternal age.
D) is related to maternal milk intake.

Question 26

Nutrition counselors should encourage pregnant teenagers to

A) avoid fast food.
B) eat foods from all the basic food groups.
C) drink fat-free (skim) rather than whole milk.
D) eat foods high in dietary fiber.

Question 27

The most common cause of anemia during pregnancy is

A) folic acid deficiency.
B) lack of intrinsic factor.
C) iron deficiency.
D) vitamin C deficiency.

Question 28

Advantages of breast-feeding for the mother include

A) less fluid retention.
B) rapid weight loss.
C) fewer maternal infections.
D) convenience and economy.

Question 29

Three important factors that support adequate lactation are

A) diet, exercise, and vitamin supplements.
B) intake of dairy products, fluids, and rest.
C) diet, fluids, rest and relaxation.
D) intake of bland foods and adequate fluids.

Question 30

During pregnancy.a 132-pound woman should limit her intake of caffeine to

A) 0 mg per day.
B) 100 mg per day.
C) 300 mg per day.
D) her individual tolerance.