PORTAGE NUTRITION BIOD121 EXAM
6 QUESTIONS & VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS
embryonic stage - CORRECT ANSWER The organ system develops
Fertilization - CORRECT ANSWER An egg and sperm unite to form a zygote
fetal stage - CORRECT ANSWER A period of continual growth and development
blastogenic stage - CORRECT ANSWER A period of rapid cell division
End of first trimester - CORRECT ANSWER Most organs are formed and the fetus can
move
Define the term Low Birth Weight. - CORRECT ANSWER Low Birth Weight-An infant
weighing less than 5.5 pounds, regardless of gestational age
Which of the following is/are false regarding calorie and nutrient needs during
pregnancy? Choose all that apply.
An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to meet needs
Quality is more important than quantity
Focus on nutrient dense foods
Calorie needs double - CORRECT ANSWER An additional 50 grams of protein is
required daily to meet needs
Calorie needs double
Jocelyn is a pregnant female who was diagnosed as being obese prior to her
pregnancy. At her clinic visit, she wanted to know what an appropriate amount of weight
gain during pregnancy would be. - CORRECT ANSWER 11-20 lbs
Jenn is a pregnant female. During her recent OB appointment, her obstetrician
expressed concern because she had ketones in her urine. - CORRECT ANSWER
Jenn's intake of carbohydrates as an energy source is too low and she is using fat for
energy. Ketones are a byproduct of fat being used as an energy source.
Why is extra iron required during pregnancy? Provide 2 reasons. - CORRECT
ANSWER 1. Increased blood volume
2. To provide iron stores for the fetus
6 QUESTIONS & VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS
embryonic stage - CORRECT ANSWER The organ system develops
Fertilization - CORRECT ANSWER An egg and sperm unite to form a zygote
fetal stage - CORRECT ANSWER A period of continual growth and development
blastogenic stage - CORRECT ANSWER A period of rapid cell division
End of first trimester - CORRECT ANSWER Most organs are formed and the fetus can
move
Define the term Low Birth Weight. - CORRECT ANSWER Low Birth Weight-An infant
weighing less than 5.5 pounds, regardless of gestational age
Which of the following is/are false regarding calorie and nutrient needs during
pregnancy? Choose all that apply.
An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to meet needs
Quality is more important than quantity
Focus on nutrient dense foods
Calorie needs double - CORRECT ANSWER An additional 50 grams of protein is
required daily to meet needs
Calorie needs double
Jocelyn is a pregnant female who was diagnosed as being obese prior to her
pregnancy. At her clinic visit, she wanted to know what an appropriate amount of weight
gain during pregnancy would be. - CORRECT ANSWER 11-20 lbs
Jenn is a pregnant female. During her recent OB appointment, her obstetrician
expressed concern because she had ketones in her urine. - CORRECT ANSWER
Jenn's intake of carbohydrates as an energy source is too low and she is using fat for
energy. Ketones are a byproduct of fat being used as an energy source.
Why is extra iron required during pregnancy? Provide 2 reasons. - CORRECT
ANSWER 1. Increased blood volume
2. To provide iron stores for the fetus
