Learning BIOD 121 Module 6 Exam – Complete Study
Guide & Answers
The first 14 days after conception, during which rapid cell division occurs is known as the ___________
stage
blastogenic
Development occurs from about week two through the eighth week when major organ systems
develop is called the __________ stage.
embryonic
The ________ stage occurs from week nine to the end of the pregnancy and is a period of growth.
fetal
All pregnancies are divided into ___________ equal time periods, known as __________ , each lasting
approximately 13-14 weeks. A baby born after the thirty seventh week of pregnancy is considered full
term
three, trimesters
Name three strategies used to manage the symptoms of morning sickness during pregnancy.
1. Avoiding greasy foods, eating smaller meals,
2. Having good ventilation when cooking
3. Avoiding large amounts of liquid at one time
Prior to delivery, hormones prepare the breast for milk production. __________ is a hormone
secreted by the pituitary gland for milk production.
Prolactin
As the baby suckles oxytocin stimulates the __________ and the letdown reflex to secrete milk.
lobules
During the first few days following birth colostrum, which is high in protein and__________
__________, is secreted. This helps protect the intestinal health of the infant
immune factors
Human milk or formula should meet the total nutrient needs for the first __________ months of life
six
Both are rich in __________ to provide a concentrated source of calories and for brain and nervous
system development
, fat
____________ and ___________ are long chain fatty acids essential for brain and eye development.
Arachidonic AA, docosahexaenoic acid DHA
A new food should be introduced at the rate of one per week to check for __________
allergies
Name three concerns that occur during the school age years that may impact a child's nutritional
status
Lack of regular meals, excess fat consumption, increased incidence of obesity and cardiovascular disease
as well as diabetes
During growth spurts adolescents have increased need for __________ for bone formation and iron to
prevent anemia
calcium
A typical diet is also low in zinc, fat soluble vitamins and __________
folate
Teenagers should moderate their intake of fast food, sugar laden snacks and __________ __________
and focus on nutrient dense food choices from the five food groups.
sugary beverages
Factors that affect teenager's food choices
The media, peer pressure, concern over appearance and exertion of independence
The increased incidence of overweight/obese children and teens and poor diet habits has resulted in
all the following for this age group except:
food jags
Name three physiological factors related to aging
Body composition change, skeletal change, digestive changes, chronic disease, medications
The rate at which we age is influenced by several factors including lifestyle, environment and
____________.
heredity
Physical and _____________ changes that are an expected part of aging such as increased fatty tissue,
high blood pressure and declining bone and lean body mass is referred to as ______________ aging.
physiological, usual
Name the screening tool that can be used to assess an older person risk for malnutrition.