Public Health Nutrition: Life Cycle Approach and Optimal Nutrition
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What is the significance of fetal growth in the later trimester of pregnancy?

  • Maintaining the same weight
  • Quadrupling of weight
  • Doubling of weight
  • Tripling of weight (correct)
  • If the mother's food intake is insufficient during pregnancy, what is likely to happen?

  • The fetus will have accelerated growth
  • The mother will lose weight (correct)
  • The fetus will have stunted growth
  • The mother will gain excessive weight
  • What percentage of pregnancy weight gain in a well-nourished woman before pregnancy is attributable to maternal weight gain?

  • 40%
  • 80%
  • 20%
  • 60% (correct)
  • During the first trimester, how much weight gain is typically expected in a pregnant woman?

    <p>1-2 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the required weight gain during pregnancy based on pre-pregnancy status?

    <p>Pre-pregnancy weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main assumption of the life cycle approach to nutrition?

    <p>Interventions need to cover multiple life stages for sustainable improvements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is adequate nutrition before and during pregnancy essential?

    <p>To support the growth and development of the fetus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some negative outcomes that are more common in poorly nourished pregnant women?

    <p>High incidence of abortions, stillbirths, and fetal malformations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is weight gain during pregnancy essential?

    <p>To support the growth and well-being of the developing fetus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the life cycle approach suggest about intervening at different points in life?

    <p>Interventions need to occur at critical points for sustainable improvements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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