Nutrition and Pregnancy
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What is the primary source of energy for the fetus during pregnancy?

  • Maternal fat stores
  • Fetal fat stores
  • Glucose from the mother's diet (correct)
  • Maternal glucose stores

What is the ideal weight gain for a pregnant woman?

  • 15-18 kg
  • 5-7 kg
  • 10-12.5 kg (correct)
  • 20-22 kg

Which hormone produced by the placenta helps to establish the placenta and supports pregnancy?

  • Progesterone (correct)
  • Estrogen
  • Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
  • Human Placental Lactogen

What is the percentage increase in blood plasma volume during pregnancy?

<p>50% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is essential for healthy skin, eyesight, and bone growth during fetal development?

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

What is the role of Human Growth Hormone produced by the anterior pituitary during pregnancy?

<p>Stimulates the growth of long bones and promotes nitrogen retention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the craving for nonfood substances, which can cause blockages and deficiencies?

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

What is the condition caused by the insufficiency of red blood cells, hemoglobin, or blood volume?

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

What is the result of a mother's excessive use of alcohol during pregnancy?

<p>Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk associated with the mother's smoking habit during pregnancy?

<p>Low birth weight and smaller baby size (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nutritional problem that may cause fetal malformations and spontaneous abortions?

<p>Drugs and supplements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition that may occur during adolescence due to nutritional problems?

<p>Pregnancy Complications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Vitamin B6 in the body?

<p>Helps form red blood cells and uses CHON, CHO, and Fats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

<p>A condition characterized by severe, persistent nausea and vomiting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended nutritional intervention for Constipation during pregnancy?

<p>Eat high-fiber foods and drink eight glasses of liquid daily (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Vitamin B1 in the body?

<p>Needed for efficient carbohydrate metabolism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common nutritional problem experienced by pregnant mothers?

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

What is the role of Vitamin B9 in the body?

<p>Needed to prevent Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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