Chapter 14: Nutrition for Childbearing: Weights Flashcards
1
Q
Distribution (extravascular fluids)
A
3.5-5 lb
2
Q
Total weight gain (normal)
A
25-35 lb
3
Q
Total weight gain (underweight)
A
28-40 lb
4
Q
Total weight gain (obese)
A
11-20 lb
5
Q
Total weight gain (normal with twins)
A
37-54 lb
6
Q
Distribution (uterus)
A
2.5 lb
7
Q
Distribution (placenta)
A
1-1.5 lb
8
Q
Distribution (breasts)
A
1.3-3 lb
9
Q
Distribution (maternal reserves)
A
4-9.5 lb
10
Q
Pattern of weight gain (first trimester)
A
1.1-4.4 lb total
11
Q
Total weight gain (overweight)
A
15-25 lb
12
Q
Distribution (fetus)
A
7-7.5 lb
13
Q
Distribution (amniotic fluid)
A
2 lb
14
Q
Pattern of weight gain (second and third trimesters)
A
0.8-1 lb per week
