wgu c787 unit 5 Exam Questions &
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What is the recommended weight gain - based on the BMI of the woman when she became pregnant -
for underweight, normal weight, overweight and obese women? - ANSWERSUnderweight--weight gain
between 28 and 40 pounds
Normal weight--weight gain between 25 and 35 pounds
Overweight--weight gain between 15 and 20 pounds
Obese women--weight gain between 11 and 20 pounds
Identify risk factors for preterm delivery. - ANSWERSMaternal weight gainSmokingAlcohol use
How much additional energy (kcal/day) does a woman require in the first, second and third trimesters? -
ANSWERSFirst trimester--the same as non pregnant women due to the low level of additional energy
needed to sustain the pregnancy
.2nd trimester--340 kcal/day
3rd trimester--452 kcal/day
How much additional protein (g/day) does a woman require while pregnant? - ANSWERSThe DRI for
protein in pregnancy is an additional 25g/day for all three trimesters.
What are the recommendations surrounding smoking and alcohol consumption by pregnant women? -
ANSWERSAll pregnant women should abstain from smoking and drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
What are the AAP recommendations regarding juice consumption by infants and children up to 6 years
of age? - ANSWERSThe recommend that juice not be introduced to infants before 6 months, should not
be given in a bottle or covered cup, should not be given at nap time or bedtime, and should be limited to
4-6 oz daily for infants and children up to 6 years old.
What supplements are recommended for preconception and the prenatal period? - ANSWERSA prenatal
vitamin and a mineral supplement daily.
, Why is there an RDA for protein established for infants 6-12 months but only and AI established for
infants under 6 months? - ANSWERSInfant formula provides higher amounts of protein than breast milk,
but the protein is not used as efficiently
What should the primary carbohydrate source be for most infants under 6 months of age? -
ANSWERSLactose
When should whole grains, vegetables and other sources of fiber be introduced to an infant? -
ANSWERS6-12 months
What are some barriers to initiating and continuing breastfeeding? - ANSWERSEmbarrassmentLack of
social supportLack of timeCompeting demands on the mother
What are some benefits to breastfeeding? - ANSWERSBenefits to Mom: Contracts uterus, increases
bonding, boosts self-confidence, saves money, decreases risk of breast cancer/ovarian and Type II,
decreases risk of postpartum, osteoporosis, calms hormones, delays menstruation, may help achieve
pre-pregnancy weight
Benefits to Baby: Colostrum (full of antibodies), perfect food and changes as baby grows, easer to digest
acute disease protection (GI, ear and respiratory infections), cognitive benefits, risks of SIDS, chronic
disease protection (food allergies, asthma, eczema, celiac disease, childhood obesity Type II, adds
analgesic effects
Benefits to Society: environmental benefit, saves money with healthcare
Identify appropriate and inappropriate alternatives to breast milk for the infant (i.e. formula, cow's milk).
- ANSWERSappropriate: Infant formula / Low fat cow's milk if the infant is over 12 months old
inappropriate: Goat's milk, evaporated milk, sweetened beverages, sweetened condensed milk, soy
based and rice based beverages
What factors determine how often a formula-fed infant should be offered a bottle in the first months? -
ANSWERS-age
-weight
Answers 100% Correct!!
What is the recommended weight gain - based on the BMI of the woman when she became pregnant -
for underweight, normal weight, overweight and obese women? - ANSWERSUnderweight--weight gain
between 28 and 40 pounds
Normal weight--weight gain between 25 and 35 pounds
Overweight--weight gain between 15 and 20 pounds
Obese women--weight gain between 11 and 20 pounds
Identify risk factors for preterm delivery. - ANSWERSMaternal weight gainSmokingAlcohol use
How much additional energy (kcal/day) does a woman require in the first, second and third trimesters? -
ANSWERSFirst trimester--the same as non pregnant women due to the low level of additional energy
needed to sustain the pregnancy
.2nd trimester--340 kcal/day
3rd trimester--452 kcal/day
How much additional protein (g/day) does a woman require while pregnant? - ANSWERSThe DRI for
protein in pregnancy is an additional 25g/day for all three trimesters.
What are the recommendations surrounding smoking and alcohol consumption by pregnant women? -
ANSWERSAll pregnant women should abstain from smoking and drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
What are the AAP recommendations regarding juice consumption by infants and children up to 6 years
of age? - ANSWERSThe recommend that juice not be introduced to infants before 6 months, should not
be given in a bottle or covered cup, should not be given at nap time or bedtime, and should be limited to
4-6 oz daily for infants and children up to 6 years old.
What supplements are recommended for preconception and the prenatal period? - ANSWERSA prenatal
vitamin and a mineral supplement daily.
, Why is there an RDA for protein established for infants 6-12 months but only and AI established for
infants under 6 months? - ANSWERSInfant formula provides higher amounts of protein than breast milk,
but the protein is not used as efficiently
What should the primary carbohydrate source be for most infants under 6 months of age? -
ANSWERSLactose
When should whole grains, vegetables and other sources of fiber be introduced to an infant? -
ANSWERS6-12 months
What are some barriers to initiating and continuing breastfeeding? - ANSWERSEmbarrassmentLack of
social supportLack of timeCompeting demands on the mother
What are some benefits to breastfeeding? - ANSWERSBenefits to Mom: Contracts uterus, increases
bonding, boosts self-confidence, saves money, decreases risk of breast cancer/ovarian and Type II,
decreases risk of postpartum, osteoporosis, calms hormones, delays menstruation, may help achieve
pre-pregnancy weight
Benefits to Baby: Colostrum (full of antibodies), perfect food and changes as baby grows, easer to digest
acute disease protection (GI, ear and respiratory infections), cognitive benefits, risks of SIDS, chronic
disease protection (food allergies, asthma, eczema, celiac disease, childhood obesity Type II, adds
analgesic effects
Benefits to Society: environmental benefit, saves money with healthcare
Identify appropriate and inappropriate alternatives to breast milk for the infant (i.e. formula, cow's milk).
- ANSWERSappropriate: Infant formula / Low fat cow's milk if the infant is over 12 months old
inappropriate: Goat's milk, evaporated milk, sweetened beverages, sweetened condensed milk, soy
based and rice based beverages
What factors determine how often a formula-fed infant should be offered a bottle in the first months? -
ANSWERS-age
-weight
