Chapter 15

Question 1

Alcohol During Pregnancy

Answer 1

There is no safe amount or type of alcohol during pregnancy, and there is no time during pregnancy when alcohol consumption is without risk

Question 2

Nutritional Needs of Postpartum Breastfeeding Woman

Answer 2

Appropriate to lose 1 kg per month

Similar nutritional needs to those during pregnancy

Adequate fluid intake

Needs for energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals are greater than nonpregnant needs

450-500 kcal more per day than nonpregnant

Avoid smoking, alcohol, and excessive caffeine

Question 3

Nutrition-Related Discomforts of Pregnancy

Answer 3

Nausea and vomiting

Constipation

Heartburn

Question 4

Role of Nutritional Supplements During Pregnancy

Answer 4

Prenatal vitamins

27 mg/day of iron

Question 5

Adequate Nutrition During Pregnancy

Answer 5

Fluids are extremely important during pregnancy (2000-3000 mL/day)

Question 6

Weight Gain During Pregnancy

Answer 6

Do not want to gain an insane amount of weight during third trimester

Inadequate weight gain

Excessive weight gain can cause macrosomia and issues with labor and delivery

25-35 pounds ideally gained during pregnancy

Question 7

Nutritional Risk Factors During Pregnancy

Answer 7

Physiologic anemia due to lack of iron and increased plasma

Avoid eating foods containing mercury