A pregnant woman of normal prepregnancy weight should be expected to gain how much weight per week during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?
A) 1 pound
B) 1 1/2 pounds
C) 2 pounds
D) 2 1/2 pounds

Question

A pregnant woman of normal prepregnancy weight should be expected to gain how much weight per week during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?
A) 1 pound
B) 1 1/2 pounds
C) 2 pounds
D) 2 1/2  pounds

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Expected weight gain in the first trimester is variable, between 1 and 2 kg (2 to 4 pounds); however, in the second and third trimesters, weekly weight gain should be approximately 0.45 kg (1 pound) per week.

A Pregnant Woman of Normal Prepregnancy Weight Should Be Expected