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NUTRITION AND PREGNANCY|
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ GRADED
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Which nutrient's deficiency during the early stages of pregnancy is
linked to spinal cord defects in the fetus?
protein
iron
calcium
folate
Correct Answer: Folate
When does fertilization occur between the sperm and ovum?
implantation
parturition
conception
gestation
Correct Answer: Conception
The Zika Virus is an example of a:
genopathogen
neonatal pathogen
teratogen
toxicogen
Correct Answer: Teratogen
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of breastfeeding for
infants?
A) The protein in breast milk is easily digestible by infants.
B) Antibodies and immune factors in breast milk protect the infant from
infections.
C) DHA in breast milk is crucial for developing the nervous system and
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retina.
D) The iron in breast milk meets the infant's needs for the first year.
Correct Answer: The iron in breast milk meets the infant's needs
for the first year.
What is the inner part of the zygote that attaches to the uterine
lining called?
A) conceptus
B) blastocyst
C) embryo
D) placenta
Correct Answer: Blastocyst
What is the natural end of pregnancy, with the expulsion of
pregnancy tissue, called?
A) preterm birth
B) sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
C) spontaneous abortion
D) stillbirth
Correct Answer: Spontaneous abortion
Why are infants more susceptible to dehydration compared to
adults?
A) Breast milk or formula cannot sufficiently meet an infant's fluid needs.
B) Infants lose more fluid through evaporation than adults.
C) Infants cannot signal hunger or thirst.
D) Infant kidneys produce more concentrated urine than adults.
Correct Answer: Infants lose more fluid through evaporation than
adults.
What is the average weight of a healthy newborn in the United
States (with an average height of 18 to 22 inches)?
A) 5-1/2 lbs
B) 6-1/2 lbs
C) 7-1/2 lbs
D) 8-1/2 lbs
Correct Answer: 7-1/2 lbs
What is considered low birth weight for an infant?
A) 4.5 lbs
B) 5.5 lbs
C) 6.5 lbs
NUTRITION AND PREGNANCY|
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ GRADED
A+
Which nutrient's deficiency during the early stages of pregnancy is
linked to spinal cord defects in the fetus?
protein
iron
calcium
folate
Correct Answer: Folate
When does fertilization occur between the sperm and ovum?
implantation
parturition
conception
gestation
Correct Answer: Conception
The Zika Virus is an example of a:
genopathogen
neonatal pathogen
teratogen
toxicogen
Correct Answer: Teratogen
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of breastfeeding for
infants?
A) The protein in breast milk is easily digestible by infants.
B) Antibodies and immune factors in breast milk protect the infant from
infections.
C) DHA in breast milk is crucial for developing the nervous system and
, 2
retina.
D) The iron in breast milk meets the infant's needs for the first year.
Correct Answer: The iron in breast milk meets the infant's needs
for the first year.
What is the inner part of the zygote that attaches to the uterine
lining called?
A) conceptus
B) blastocyst
C) embryo
D) placenta
Correct Answer: Blastocyst
What is the natural end of pregnancy, with the expulsion of
pregnancy tissue, called?
A) preterm birth
B) sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
C) spontaneous abortion
D) stillbirth
Correct Answer: Spontaneous abortion
Why are infants more susceptible to dehydration compared to
adults?
A) Breast milk or formula cannot sufficiently meet an infant's fluid needs.
B) Infants lose more fluid through evaporation than adults.
C) Infants cannot signal hunger or thirst.
D) Infant kidneys produce more concentrated urine than adults.
Correct Answer: Infants lose more fluid through evaporation than
adults.
What is the average weight of a healthy newborn in the United
States (with an average height of 18 to 22 inches)?
A) 5-1/2 lbs
B) 6-1/2 lbs
C) 7-1/2 lbs
D) 8-1/2 lbs
Correct Answer: 7-1/2 lbs
What is considered low birth weight for an infant?
A) 4.5 lbs
B) 5.5 lbs
C) 6.5 lbs
