Antenatal care

Question 1

what is hyperemesis gravidarum

Answer 1

severe nausea and vomiting = dehydration and need for rehydration

Question 2

what does folic acid reduce the risk of babies developing

Answer 2

spina bifida (neural tube defects)

Question 3

what is the recommended amount for folic acid

Answer 3

400-800mg a day

Question 4

give examples of food that contain folic acid

Answer 4

leafy greens 
dark green veg 
citrus fruits 
nuts 
whole grains 
bread 
cereal

Question 5

how does zinc contribute to mens reproductive system

Answer 5

contributes to semen and testosterone production

Question 6

how does zinc contribute to womens reproductive system

Answer 6

ovulation and fertility in women

Question 7

give 3 examples of food that contain zinc

Answer 7

red meat
oysters
chick peas
lentils

Question 8

what is the reccomended zinc amount daily for good reproductive system functioning

Answer 8

15mg

Question 9

what is the recommended iron amount needed for pregnant women

Answer 9

27g

Question 10

why is double the amount of iron needed during pregnancy

Answer 10

needed for extra haemoglobin as there is an increase in blood supply and need for o2

Question 11

what does severe anaemia increasing the risk of developing in pregnant women

Answer 11

premature birth
low birth weight
postpartum depression

Question 12

how can you enhance the absorption of iron in pregnant women

Answer 12

pair it with vit c

Question 13

what diet changes are reccomended in pregnant women

1. avoid wheat
2. eat lots of leafy greens and meat
3. implement low fat diet
4. eat food with low glycemic index

Answer 13

4. eat food with low glycemic index

Question 14

why might you recommend pregnant women to eat food with low glycemic index

Answer 14

to prevent glycemic peaks