6.1 Proper Nutrition Throughout Pregnancy Part 2 Flashcards
What is the benchmark for a baby to be born?
37 weeks
What is preterm?
refers to infant born prior to 37 weeks
What are risks associated with preterm?
increased risk of medical conditions
delayed growth early in life
What is low birth weight?
infant weighing less than 5.5 pounds regardless of gestational age
What is small for gestational age?
infant small in size measured relative to its gestational age
What types of foods should you avoid during the first trimester?
foods high in sugar and fats
What is the normal weight gain during first trimester?
1-4 pounds
What is the recommended weight gain for underweight, normal, overweight, and obese?
underweight = 28-40lbs
normal = 25-35lbs
overweight = 15-25lbs
obese = 11-20lbs
How much more protein does a pregnant woman requrie?
25% more
Which mineral needs increase?
iron
zinc
iodide
calcium
What can tobacco use cause in pregnancy?
miscarriage
stillbirth
preterm delivery
low birth weight
What is alcohol use linked to in pregnancy?
fetal alcohol syndrome
What can recreational drugs cause in pregnancy?
low birth weight
preterm delivery
miscarriage
birth defects
infant addiction
Why are pregnant women more susceptible to heartburn?
hormones produced by placenta relaxes muscles
What is physiological anemia?
occurs during pregnancy when the blood volume increases and concentration of red blood cells is diluted
