Chapter 15 Flashcards
All of the following are associated with reduced fertility except
Underweight dad
The ____ is the time period during which irreversible damage to the fetus may occur from specific events such as malnutrition or exposure to toxins
Critical period
The influence of how a mother nutrient intake may change gene expression to increase the infants development of obesity or chronic diseases late in lif is referred to as
Fetal programming
What organ system is most vulnerable to adverse influences during the critical period
Nervous
Supplementation associated with a lower incidence of neural tube defects
Folate
All of the following are benefits of physical activity during pregnancy except
Weight maintenance and loss
Is the most reliable indicator of an infants future health status
Maternal age
The increased needs for _____ during pregnancy cannot be met by diet or existing stores so supplements are recommended
Iron
Which nutrient does the body show a dramatic increase in absorption for during pregnancy
Calcium
The developing brain depends heavily on
Omega 3 fatty acids
Which of the following is a correct statement about morning sickness
It may occur anytime of day, not just morning hours
Cravings and aversions to certain foods are probably the result of altered taste and smell sensitivity induced by
Hormone changes
Is a condition characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine of a pregnant woman
Preeclampsia
Which of the following is not a risk factor for gestational diabetes
Mother being 24 yr old
All of the follwing are signs and symptoms of preeclampsia except
Hypoglycemia
