According to the DRI, how much protein is suggested for
pregnant women to maintain a healthy fetal development?
Correct Answers 60g/day
All of the following are at higher risk of iron deficiency
EXCEPT: Correct Answers adult men
Benefits of breastfeeding for both mom and baby Correct
Answers Promotes appropriate growth pattern
Provides multiple hormones and growtmh factors
Promotes mother infant attachment
Immune benefits
Mother and child health benefits (lowers mother's risk of ovarian
and breast cancer)
free compared to formula
don't have to bring anything, always have breasts
Breast milk Correct Answers babies exclusive nutrition for first
6 months, complimentary from 6-12 mo.s, provides baby with
antibodies, nourishment, fatty acids
Breastfed infants may need supplements of which nutrients?
Correct Answers Iron and vitamin D
Calcium Deficiency Correct Answers Osteoporosis
Calcium Function & Sources Correct Answers Works with
magnesium to function the muscles
, -dairy products, broccoli, turnip greens
Colostrum Correct Answers A milk-like secretion from the
breasts during the first day or so after delivery before milk
appears; rich in protective factors, yellow in color
Colostrum contains more of which substance compared to breast
milk? Correct Answers Antibodies
Dehydration symptoms Correct Answers -Thirst
-Dry mouth
-Lack of energy
-Rapid pulse
-Low blood pressure
-Sudden weight loss
-Reduced urine
Diuretic Correct Answers compound, usually a medication,
causing increased urinary water excretion
Fluoride Deficiency Correct Answers dental decay
Fluoride Function & Sources Correct Answers Works with
insulin to regulate/release energy from glucose. Helps form
bones and teeth
-fish, meat, seafood, water with fluoride
Hard water: Correct Answers contains dissolved minerals like
calcium and magnesium