Questions and Answers
Which of the following is the correct sequence of gestational events?
Infants born at 35 weeks of gestation are classified as?
The recommended weight gain during pregnancy for a healthy, normal weight woman is approximately ___________ pounds.
25-30
To meet the additional need for protein during pregnancy, an additional _____ grams of protein are added to daily protein requirements during the second and third trimester.
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The increased energy requirement for the mother in the first trimester is?
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A teratogen is defined as?
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The let-down reflex refers to?
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Failure to thrive refers to?
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Solid foods should be introduced into the infant's diet?
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Older women (>40 years) are at increased risk of having a baby born with?
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Study Notes
Gestational Events
- The correct sequence of gestational events is zygote, embryo, and then fetus.
Premature Infants
- Infants born at 35 weeks of gestation are classified as premature.
Weight Gain in Pregnancy
- Recommended weight gain for healthy, normal-weight women during pregnancy is approximately 25-30 pounds.
Protein Requirements During Pregnancy
- An additional 25 grams of protein should be added to daily requirements during the second and third trimester.
Energy Requirements in Pregnancy
- There is no increased energy requirement for the mother during the first trimester.
Teratogens
- A teratogen is defined as a substance that can cause birth defects.
Let-Down Reflex
- The let-down reflex is a hormonal response that releases milk from the milk ducts to the nipple.
Failure to Thrive
- Failure to thrive refers to a child’s growth that does not keep up with normal growth curves.
Introduction of Solid Foods
- Solid foods should be introduced into an infant's diet around 4 to 6 months of age.
Risks for Older Mothers
- Women over 40 years of age are at increased risk of having a baby born with Down syndrome.
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