Pregnancy Nutrient Needs Quiz
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What is the recommended daily intake of energy (EER) for an active reference woman?

  • 2428 calories (correct)
  • 2914 calories
  • 3072 calories
  • None of the above

    • For a 28-year-old pregnant woman, how much does the RDA for protein increase compared to a non-pregnant state?

  • No change in RDA for protein
  • +25 grams (correct)
  • +50 grams
  • +10 grams

    • Which nutrient shows the highest percentage increase in RDA for pregnancy compared to the non-pregnant state?

  • Folate (correct)
  • Vitamin D
  • Iron
  • Calcium

    • Why does calcium absorption increase markedly during pregnancy?

    <p>To ensure proper bone development in the fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended daily intake of Vitamin C for a pregnant woman?

    <p>85 mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is an adequate fluid intake essential during pregnancy?

    <p>To regulate body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in RDA for folate during pregnancy?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a non-pregnant adult, what is the recommended Dietary Reference Intake (RDA) for iron?

    <p>18 mg/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the second and third trimester of pregnancy, what is the recommended protein intake per kilogram of body weight per day?

    <p>1 g/kg/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient does not show an increase in its Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) during pregnancy?

    <p>Vitamin E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Energy-Adjusted Adequate Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for protein in adult women?

    <p>10-35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much protein is recommended per day for an average non-pregnant adult based on a weight of 160 lb (73 kg)?

    <p>~80.3 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much protein is recommended per day for a pregnant woman beyond the non-pregnant RDA?

    <p>25 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of protein during pregnancy?

    <p>Maintenance of new tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the recommended average RDA for protein during pregnancy using weight as a reference point?

    <p>1.1 g/kg/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Elango and Ball, what are the suggested average requirements of protein during early (before 16 weeks) and late (after 36 weeks) stages of pregnancy?

    <p>1.52 g for late stage and 1.2 g for early stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following food items provides approximately 12g of protein according to the 2007 CFG Portion Protein table?

    <p>Firm tofu (150g)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the AMDR range for protein intake as a percentage of energy according to the text?

    <p>~14-18%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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