18 Questions
What is the primary source of energy for the fetus during pregnancy?
Glucose from the mother's diet
What is the ideal weight gain for a pregnant woman?
10-12.5 kg
Which hormone produced by the placenta helps to establish the placenta and supports pregnancy?
Progesterone
What is the percentage increase in blood plasma volume during pregnancy?
50%
Which vitamin is essential for healthy skin, eyesight, and bone growth during fetal development?
Vitamin A
What is the role of Human Growth Hormone produced by the anterior pituitary during pregnancy?
Stimulates the growth of long bones and promotes nitrogen retention
What is the term for the craving for nonfood substances, which can cause blockages and deficiencies?
Pica
What is the condition caused by the insufficiency of red blood cells, hemoglobin, or blood volume?
Anemia
What is the result of a mother's excessive use of alcohol during pregnancy?
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
What is the risk associated with the mother's smoking habit during pregnancy?
Low birth weight and smaller baby size
What is the nutritional problem that may cause fetal malformations and spontaneous abortions?
Drugs and supplements
What is the condition that may occur during adolescence due to nutritional problems?
Pregnancy Complications
What is the role of Vitamin B6 in the body?
Helps form red blood cells and uses CHON, CHO, and Fats
What is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?
A condition characterized by severe, persistent nausea and vomiting
What is the recommended nutritional intervention for Constipation during pregnancy?
Eat high-fiber foods and drink eight glasses of liquid daily
What is the role of Vitamin B1 in the body?
Needed for efficient carbohydrate metabolism
What is the most common nutritional problem experienced by pregnant mothers?
Nausea
What is the role of Vitamin B9 in the body?
Needed to prevent Neural Tube Defects (NTDs)
Test your knowledge of nutrition during the pregnancy stage, covering key terms and concepts such as fertility, fecundity, subfertility, and infertility. Learn about the importance of nutrition for a healthy pregnancy.
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