NUR 316 Exam 4 questions well
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What is the role of protein in developing a fetus?
helps with fetal growth, placental growth, amniotic fluid production, uterine muscle growth,
and blood production
How much protein should a pregnant lady eat a day?
70g
What is the recommended weight gain in the first trimester?
3.5-5lbs
What is the recommended weight gain in the second and third trimester?
1 lb/week
How much fish should a pregnant woman eat per week?
2-3 servings
What fish should a pregnant woman avoid?
,swordfish, shark, tilefish, or king mackerel
Should pregnant women avoid lunchmeat?
yes
How much iron should a pregnant woman take a day and what does it do?
27mg/day and it facilitates blood cell production
How should you take iron?
take on an empty stomach with OJ
DO NOT take with milk, coffee, and tea
What is sodium needed for?
needed due to expanding circulating blood volume
How much calcium does a pregnant lady need and what does it do?
1000mg and it fosters fetal calcification of bones
What fat-soluble vitamins are needed by a pregnant woman and what do they do
ADEK; they are necessary for tooth budding and bone growth
, How many calories does a lactating woman need?
Minimum of 1800 cal/day
Why is folic acid important?
prevents neural tube defects
(it's important to increase folic acid intake at least 3 months before conception)
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 1st trimester?
confused, baby seems "unreal"
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 2nd trimester?
proud, increased acceptance and attachment, financial concerns
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 3rd trimester?
anticipating the birth, some fears about labor process, baby's health
What is couvade of the father?
unintentional development of physical s/s: nausea, aches and pains, etc.
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What is the role of protein in developing a fetus?
helps with fetal growth, placental growth, amniotic fluid production, uterine muscle growth,
and blood production
How much protein should a pregnant lady eat a day?
70g
What is the recommended weight gain in the first trimester?
3.5-5lbs
What is the recommended weight gain in the second and third trimester?
1 lb/week
How much fish should a pregnant woman eat per week?
2-3 servings
What fish should a pregnant woman avoid?
,swordfish, shark, tilefish, or king mackerel
Should pregnant women avoid lunchmeat?
yes
How much iron should a pregnant woman take a day and what does it do?
27mg/day and it facilitates blood cell production
How should you take iron?
take on an empty stomach with OJ
DO NOT take with milk, coffee, and tea
What is sodium needed for?
needed due to expanding circulating blood volume
How much calcium does a pregnant lady need and what does it do?
1000mg and it fosters fetal calcification of bones
What fat-soluble vitamins are needed by a pregnant woman and what do they do
ADEK; they are necessary for tooth budding and bone growth
, How many calories does a lactating woman need?
Minimum of 1800 cal/day
Why is folic acid important?
prevents neural tube defects
(it's important to increase folic acid intake at least 3 months before conception)
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 1st trimester?
confused, baby seems "unreal"
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 2nd trimester?
proud, increased acceptance and attachment, financial concerns
What are the father's emotional reactions to pregnancy in the 3rd trimester?
anticipating the birth, some fears about labor process, baby's health
What is couvade of the father?
unintentional development of physical s/s: nausea, aches and pains, etc.
