Question 1

Lucinda is a healthy, physically active young woman whose energy requirement is 2750 kcal/day. Based on this information, what would be her daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

During the first trimester of pregnancy, the daily energy requirement increases by only 0-4% (approximately 100-200 kcal/day). Therefore, Lucinda's daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy would be approximately 2750-2850 kcal/day, which is still considered to be 2750 kcal/day within the range of rounding. Therefore, the answer is C, 2750 kcal.

Question 2

Kari is considering whether she should exclusively breastfeed or formula feed her new baby. To encourage Kari to breastfeed, you provide some factual information by telling her that

Accepted Answer

Breastfeeding can help Kari lose the body fat she gained during pregnancy due to the energy expenditure involved in milk production.

Question 3

Which of the following conditions is a major cause of death among pregnant women in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Eclampsia is a major cause of death among pregnant women in the United States. It is a serious complication of pregnancy characterized by seizures and high blood pressure. Early detection and treatment are crucial for the health of the mother and baby. Severe morning sickness, iron deficiency, and pica are all potential health concerns during pregnancy, but they are not typically life-threatening.

Question 4

Michelle is considering whether she should exclusively breastfeed or formula feed her new baby. To encourage Michelle to breastfeed, you provide some factual information by telling her that

Accepted Answer

Breastfeeding has been associated with a reduced risk of type 1 diabetes in children.

Question 5

Tammy is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2300 kcal/day. Based on this information, her daily energy requirement would be _____ kcal during her first trimester of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

During the first trimester of pregnancy, a woman's energy requirements generally do not increase. Therefore, Tammy's daily energy requirement would remain the same as her pre-pregnancy requirement, which is 2300 kcal/day.

Question 6

Pregnant women generally need to take a supplement that contains

Accepted Answer

Pregnant women need to take a supplement that contains folic acid. Folic acid helps prevent birth defects in a developing fetus's brain and spine. It is recommended that women take at least 400 micrograms of folic acid daily before and during pregnancy. While protein and fish oil are also important in a balanced diet, they are not essential supplements for pregnant women. Oxytocin is a hormone that is important during childbirth, but it is not typically taken as a supplement during pregnancy.

Question 7

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, ____ is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant women.

Accepted Answer

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans state that iron is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant women due to the increased need for red blood cell production to support fetal growth and development. It is recommended that pregnant women consume 27 milligrams of iron daily.

Question 8

_____ stimulates milk production by certain cells in the breast.

Accepted Answer

Prolactin is the hormone that stimulates milk production by cells in the breast.

Question 9

During the first few days after giving birth, the new mother's breasts produce

Accepted Answer

During the first few days after giving birth, the new mother's breasts produce colostrum, a nutrient-rich fluid that is high in antibodies and helps support the newborn's immune system. Prolactin and oxytocin are hormones involved in milk production and let-down, respectively. Pica is a craving for non-food substances, and is not related to breastfeeding.

Question 10

Pregnant women generally need to take a supplement that contains

Accepted Answer

Pregnant women need to take iron supplements as their iron requirements increase during pregnancy due to the increased blood volume and the fetal iron stores being formed. Iron plays a vital role in the formation of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body's tissues. Iron deficiency during pregnancy can lead to anemia, which can have serious consequences for both the mother and baby. Oxytocin is a hormone released during labor to stimulate contractions, and protein is important for fetal growth and development, but neither are typically supplemented during pregnancy. Intrinsic factor is a protein that helps the body absorb vitamin B12 and is not typically supplemented during pregnancy.

Question 11

During her 7th month of pregnancy, Sari developed a life-threatening complication of pregnancy that's characterized by hypertension and convulsions. Based on this information, Sari developed

Accepted Answer

The life-threatening complication characterized by hypertension and convulsions during pregnancy is eclampsia. This condition is a severe form of preeclampsia, which is marked by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. It is important to manage eclampsia promptly to minimize harm to both the mother and the unborn baby.

Question 12

Lisa is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2250 kcal/day. Based on this information, what would be her daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

During the first trimester of pregnancy, a woman's energy requirements generally do not increase. Therefore, Lisa's daily energy requirement would remain the same as her pre-pregnancy requirement, which is 2250 kcal/day.

Question 13

Emma is a 25-year-old pregnant woman. Her need for _____ is 50% higher than before she became pregnant.

Accepted Answer

During pregnancy, a woman's blood volume increases to support the baby's growth and development. Iron is essential to produce hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body's tissues. Therefore, a pregnant woman's need for iron increases by 50%, making it crucial to maintain healthy iron levels to prevent anemia and complications during pregnancy. Vitamin C and niacin needs do not increase significantly during pregnancy. While calcium requirements increase in the second and third trimesters, it does not raise by 50%.

Question 14

The hormone oxytocin

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin is responsible for the "let-down" reflex that occurs when a woman breastfeeds her baby. This hormone causes the muscles around the milk ducts to contract, pushing milk out of the breasts and into the baby's mouth.

Question 15

Cammy is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2000 kcal/day. Based on this information, her daily energy requirement would be _____ kcal during her first trimester of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

During the first trimester of pregnancy, a woman's energy requirements generally do not increase. Therefore, if Cammy's energy requirement is 2000 kcal/day before pregnancy, it remains the same during the first trimester.

Question 16

Some women crave non-food items during pregnancy. This behavior is called

Accepted Answer

Pica is the craving for non-food items during pregnancy, such as dirt, chalk, or ice. Edema is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the tissues of your body. Preeclampsia is a serious condition that can occur during pregnancy and is characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. Eclampsia is a severe complication of preeclampsia that can lead to seizures and organ damage.

Question 17

Angie is due to give birth to a boy in June. Before she became pregnant, Angie weighed 215 pounds, which was in the obese BMI range. She should gain no more than ______ pounds during her pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

According to the Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines, women who were in the obese BMI range before pregnancy should gain between 11-20 pounds during pregnancy. Since Angie has already gained some weight during pregnancy, she should aim to gain no more than 20 pounds total. Option A and Option B are too low, and Option D is too high according to the IOM guidelines.

Question 18

After Ariel gave birth to a healthy baby boy, the physician immediately placed the baby next to Ariel's breast so the infant could begin breastfeeding. This practice

Accepted Answer

Placing the baby next to the mother's breast to begin breastfeeding helps reduce the mother's risk of bleeding excessively after delivery by promoting uterine contractions, which help to contract the uterus and reduce bleeding.

Question 19

Which of the following substances is a lipid that is necessary for the proper development of an infant's nervous system?

Accepted Answer

DHA, or docosahexaenoic acid, is an omega-3 fatty acid that is essential for the proper development of the brain and nervous system, particularly in infants. It is found in breast milk and some types of fish. ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a molecule involved in energy transfer within cells. Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid that is important for maintaining cell membrane integrity. Hydroxybutyric acid is a ketone body produced during periods of fasting or low carbohydrate intake.

Question 20

Corrina is a 25-year-old pregnant woman. Her need for _____ is 50% higher than before she became pregnant.

Accepted Answer

During pregnancy, the need for folate increases by 50% to support fetal development and prevent neural tube defects.

Quiz 11: Nutrition for Your Life, Environment, and World

Lucinda is a healthy, physically active young woman whose energy requirement is 2750 kcal/day. Based on this information, what would be her daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy?

Kari is considering whether she should exclusively breastfeed or formula feed her new baby. To encourage Kari to breastfeed, you provide some factual information by telling her that

Which of the following conditions is a major cause of death among pregnant women in the United States?

Michelle is considering whether she should exclusively breastfeed or formula feed her new baby. To encourage Michelle to breastfeed, you provide some factual information by telling her that

Tammy is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2300 kcal/day. Based on this information, her daily energy requirement would be _____ kcal during her first trimester of pregnancy.

Pregnant women generally need to take a supplement that contains

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, ____ is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant women.

_____ stimulates milk production by certain cells in the breast.

During the first few days after giving birth, the new mother's breasts produce

Pregnant women generally need to take a supplement that contains

During her 7th month of pregnancy, Sari developed a life-threatening complication of pregnancy that's characterized by hypertension and convulsions. Based on this information, Sari developed

Lisa is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2250 kcal/day. Based on this information, what would be her daily energy requirement during her first trimester of pregnancy?

Emma is a 25-year-old pregnant woman. Her need for _____ is 50% higher than before she became pregnant.

The hormone oxytocin

Cammy is a healthy young woman whose energy requirement is 2000 kcal/day. Based on this information, her daily energy requirement would be _____ kcal during her first trimester of pregnancy.

Some women crave non-food items during pregnancy. This behavior is called

Angie is due to give birth to a boy in June. Before she became pregnant, Angie weighed 215 pounds, which was in the obese BMI range. She should gain no more than ______ pounds during her pregnancy.

After Ariel gave birth to a healthy baby boy, the physician immediately placed the baby next to Ariel's breast so the infant could begin breastfeeding. This practice

Which of the following substances is a lipid that is necessary for the proper development of an infant's nervous system?

Corrina is a 25-year-old pregnant woman. Her need for _____ is 50% higher than before she became pregnant.