Diet during Pregnancy and Lactation
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What is the average weight gain during a normal pregnancy?

  • 25-35 pounds (correct)
  • 20-25 pounds
  • 10-15 pounds
  • 40-45 pounds

What is the recommended weight gain for an underweight woman during pregnancy?

  • 35-45 pounds
  • 25-30 pounds
  • 28-40 pounds (correct)
  • 15-20 pounds

What does sudden weight gain after the 20th week of pregnancy possibly indicate?

  • Retention and possible preeclampsia (correct)
  • Effective nutrient absorption
  • Healthy fetal growth
  • Normal hormonal changes

Why is good nutrition during the 38-40 weeks of a normal pregnancy essential?

<p>For both the mother and child's health (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended increase in protein requirement for pregnant women over 25 years old according to the US standard?

<p>20% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of protein recommended for pregnant women?

<p>Animal-origin proteins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin shows no need for increased intake during pregnancy based on current research?

<p>Vitamin A (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a cause of nausea during the first trimester of pregnancy?

<p>Progesterone-related muscle relaxation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as excessive weight loss during pregnancy?

<p>Weight gain of less than 500 gm/month during the first trimester (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can heartburn during pregnancy be relieved?

<p>Eating small, frequent meals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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