Does nutrition impact fertility for males or females or both? - correct answer Both
What are some factors to consider to prepare for a for a healthy
... [Show More] pregnancy? - correct answer - Achieve / maintain a healthy body weight
- Consume an adequate / balanced diet
- Be physically active
- Receive regular medical care
- Manage chronic conditions
- Avoid harmful influences
What are the developmental stages for a fetus (i.e. zygote to fetus)? - correct answer 1. zygote
2. blastocyst
3. Embryo
What is the timeline for each stage of pregnancy? - correct answer 1. Zygote - Conception
2. Blastocyst (Forms 5-8 days after conception)
3. Embryo (2-8 weeks of pregnancy)
What organ supplies nutrients and oxygen to the growing fetus? - correct answer The placenta
Does the blood of the infant mix with the blood of the mother? - correct answer No, the placenta prevents this
What are the two most common neural tube defects. - correct answer anencephaly and spina bifida
What is spina bifida? - correct answer A birth defect in which a developing baby's spinal cord fails to develop properly.
What is anencephaly? - correct answer Failure of anterior tube to close; fatal. Ends in miscarriage
Which nutrient is crucial to consume adequate amounts of to prevent neural tube defects? - correct answer Folate. 0.4 mg 1 month prior and thru the first trimester pregnancy
What is fetal programming? - correct answer The influence of mothers nutritional choices that influence gene expression. Influences the development of diseases in later life.
What is the most reliable indicator of an infant's health? - correct answer Infant's birth weight
What two factors have the most influence on infant's birth weight - correct answer Mothers weight prior to conception and weight gain during pregnancy
What are the risks if the mother is underweight prior to conception? - correct answer High risk of low birth weight baby
What are the risks if the mother is overweight/obese? - correct answer Large for gestational age infant and rapid weight gain early in life
What two factors determine the recommended range of weight gain during pregnancy? - correct answer pre-pregnancy weight and BMI
Why is it important to gain the appropriate amount of weight during pregnancy? - correct answer - reduces complications,
- helps infants reduce childhood obesity
- Limits weight retention after pregnancy
What two components contribute the most to weight gain experienced during pregnancy? - correct answer - Weight of the baby
- Nutrient intake
Is exercise safe during pregnancy? - correct answer Yes
What are the recommendations for exercise during pregnancy? - correct answer Low impact exercise at a moderate /light pace
What type of exercise should pregnant women absolutely avoid? - correct answer High impact exercise, heavy weight training, vigorous exercise
How many additional kcals should a pregnant woman consume during her 2nd trimester? - correct answer An additional 350 kcals per day
How many additional kcals should a pregnant woman consume during her 3rd trimester? - correct answer An additional 450 kcals per day
What is the minimum amount of carbs she should consume? - correct answer 175g per day
What is the additional amount of protein should she consume per day? - correct answer Additional 25 g per day [Show Less]