Question 1

To accommodate the growth of the fetal skeletal needs, the calcium recommendation during pregnancy is increased substantially.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Newer research indicates that calcium may play a role in preventing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Maternal malnutrition can affect their child's risk of developing chronic disease later in life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Food allergies are more common in infants less than 3 months of age because they lack the ability to completely digest protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Because the majority of cell differentiation occurs during the ____ phase, this is the time when exposure to teratogens can do the most damage.

Accepted Answer

A)   embryonic
B)   fetal
C)   implantation
D)   zygote

Question 6

Implantation is complete by 14 days after fertilization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The fetus gets nourished by

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A)   absorbing nutrients for the bloodstream of the mother (the bloodstream of the embryo mixes with the bloodstream of the mother) .
B)   breaking down the lining of the uterus.
C)   transferring of nutrients from the placenta.
D)   none of these

Question 8

As a general rule of thumb, an infant should ______ her birthweight by her first birthday.

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A)   double
B)   triple
C)   quadruple
D)   Weight gain in infancy is not compared to birthweight.

Question 9

Fluoride is important for tooth development, even before the teeth erupt.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 10

The distribution of kcalories from the energy-yielding macronutrients remains very similar between pregnant and nonpregnant women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Folate needs are increased during lactation because it is secreted in the breastmilk.
B)   Vitamin B₁₂ may be deficient in the breast milk of vegan mothers.
C)   Iron needs are increased during lactation as it is secreted in the breastmilk.
D)   Increasing calcium intake during lactation does not prevent loss of calcium from maternal bones.

Question 12

Breastmilk is low in vitamin D.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

DHA is made from ____ fatty acids while ARA is made from _____ fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A)   omega 3, omega 6
B)   omega 6, omega 3
C)   trans, polyunsaturated
D)   omega 3, trans

Question 14

As compared to the pregnancy recommendations, the recommendation for which of the following is not increased during lactation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Carbohydates
B)   Fiber
C)   Protein
D)   Water

Question 15

Morning sickness is most likely to occur during which trimester of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)   First
B)   Second
C)   Third
D)   There is no trimester of pregnancy when morning sickness is more prevalent. A

Question 16

As a pregnant woman is providing the nourishment for herself and the fetus, her nutrient and energy needs are doubled throughout the pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following statements about the placenta is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   The placenta formed from both maternal and embryonic tissues.
B)   For the majority of the pregnancy, the placenta will nourish the fetus.
C)   The placenta nourishes the embryo from fertilization onward.
D)   The placenta secretes hormones that are necessary to sustain the pregnancy.

Question 18

Infants require more calories per pound of body weight than adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following statements about a woman who has gestational diabetes is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Gestational diabetes usually resolves after she gives birth.
B)   Gestational diabetes is common in women who are underweight when they become pregnant.
C)   The mother is at increased risk for developing diabetes in the next 10 years.
D)   If the gestational diabetes is not controlled well during pregnancy, the baby is likely to grow rapidly and be large for gestational age.

Question 20

This graph illustrates embryonic/fetal development throughout pregnancy, including organ system development. Review the information provided in this graph, then respond to the following: Define the term teratogen, Why are there certain periods when damage from teratogens is likely to be greatest and other times when the damage may be less severe for a given organ system? Why do these time periods differ for different organ systems?

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Exam 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

To accommodate the growth of the fetal skeletal needs, the calcium recommendation during pregnancy is increased substantially.

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Newer research indicates that calcium may play a role in preventing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.

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Maternal malnutrition can affect their child's risk of developing chronic disease later in life.

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Food allergies are more common in infants less than 3 months of age because they lack the ability to completely digest protein.

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Because the majority of cell differentiation occurs during the ____ phase, this is the time when exposure to teratogens can do the most damage.

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Implantation is complete by 14 days after fertilization.

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The fetus gets nourished by

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As a general rule of thumb, an infant should ______ her birthweight by her first birthday.

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Fluoride is important for tooth development, even before the teeth erupt.

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The distribution of kcalories from the energy-yielding macronutrients remains very similar between pregnant and nonpregnant women.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Breastmilk is low in vitamin D.

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DHA is made from fatty acids while ARA is made from _ fatty acids.

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As compared to the pregnancy recommendations, the recommendation for which of the following is not increased during lactation?

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Morning sickness is most likely to occur during which trimester of pregnancy?

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As a pregnant woman is providing the nourishment for herself and the fetus, her nutrient and energy needs are doubled throughout the pregnancy.

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Which of the following statements about the placenta is FALSE?

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Infants require more calories per pound of body weight than adults.

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Which of the following statements about a woman who has gestational diabetes is FALSE?

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Exam 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

To accommodate the growth of the fetal skeletal needs, the calcium recommendation during pregnancy is increased substantially.

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Newer research indicates that calcium may play a role in preventing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.

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Maternal malnutrition can affect their child's risk of developing chronic disease later in life.

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Food allergies are more common in infants less than 3 months of age because they lack the ability to completely digest protein.

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Because the majority of cell differentiation occurs during the ____ phase, this is the time when exposure to teratogens can do the most damage.

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Implantation is complete by 14 days after fertilization.

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The fetus gets nourished by

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As a general rule of thumb, an infant should ______ her birthweight by her first birthday.

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Fluoride is important for tooth development, even before the teeth erupt.

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The distribution of kcalories from the energy-yielding macronutrients remains very similar between pregnant and nonpregnant women.

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Which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Breastmilk is low in vitamin D.

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DHA is made from ____ fatty acids while ARA is made from _____ fatty acids.

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As compared to the pregnancy recommendations, the recommendation for which of the following is not increased during lactation?

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Morning sickness is most likely to occur during which trimester of pregnancy?

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As a pregnant woman is providing the nourishment for herself and the fetus, her nutrient and energy needs are doubled throughout the pregnancy.

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Which of the following statements about the placenta is FALSE?

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Infants require more calories per pound of body weight than adults.

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Which of the following statements about a woman who has gestational diabetes is FALSE?

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