Nutrition for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Quiz
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During pregnancy, the volume of plasma in the blood

  • decreases
  • remains the same
  • increases (correct)
  • fluctuates
  • Which of the following is a physiological change in the circulatory system during pregnancy?

  • Cardiac hypertrophy (correct)
  • Decreased heart rate
  • Decreased cardiac output
  • Decreased blood volume
  • During pregnancy, maternal oxygen requirements increase due to

  • Decreased tissue mass in the uterus and breast
  • Decreased need for respiration
  • Increased basal metabolic rate and tissue mass in the uterus and breast (correct)
  • Decreased basal metabolic rate
  • Which of the following is true about renal function during pregnancy?

    <p>Blood flow through the kidney and glomerular filtration rate increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes pregnancy?

    <p>The period when the fertilized ovum implants itself in the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, what happens to the volume of plasma in the blood?

    <p>It increases by 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the slight cardiac hypertrophy or dilation during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased blood volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of breathing replaces abdominal breathing during pregnancy?

    <p>Thoracic breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the blood flow through the kidney during pregnancy?

    <p>It increases significantly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the increased maternal oxygen requirements during pregnancy?

    <p>To meet the increased energy demands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Physiological Changes During Pregnancy

    • Plasma volume in the blood increases during pregnancy.
    • Maternal oxygen requirements increase due to fetal oxygen demands.
    • Renal function increases, and blood flow through the kidney increases.
    • Pregnancy is characterized by a state of accelerated metabolism and oxygen consumption.
    • The volume of plasma in the blood increases during pregnancy.
    • Slight cardiac hypertrophy or dilation occurs during pregnancy due to increased blood volume.
    • Diaphragmatic breathing replaces abdominal breathing during pregnancy.
    • The purpose of increased maternal oxygen requirements is to meet the oxygen demands of the fetus.

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    Test your knowledge on nutrition during pregnancy and lactation. Learn about the physiological basis of nutritional needs during pregnancy, including changes in blood volume and composition. Discover important information to support a healthy pregnancy and breastfeeding journey.

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