preconception, pregnancy and lactation test#1

Question 1

subfertility

Answer 1

reduced level of fertility; multiple early pregnancy losses

Question 2

pica

Answer 2

consumption of nonfood substances

Question 3

miscarriage

Answer 3

the loss of a conceptus in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy

Question 4

infecundity

Answer 4

biological inability to bear children after 1 y of unprotected intercourse

Question 5

ova

Answer 5

eggs of the female; produced and stored in the ovaries

Question 6

myoepithelial cells

Answer 6

the line the alveoli; can contract to cause milk to be secreted into the duct

Question 7

lactogenesis

Answer 7

another term for the human milk production

Question 8

letdown reflux

Answer 8

stimulate milk release from the breast

Question 9

which BMI for weight gain during pregnancy is recommended for one who is overweight?

Answer 9

15 - 25 lbs

Question 10

how can the risk of neural tube defects in utero be reduced?

Answer 10

increase folic acid intake throughout the childbearing years

Question 11

when counseling a newly pregnant patient about alcohol consumption, the most appropriate recommendation is…

Answer 11

avoid alcohol completely throughout the entire pregnancy

Question 12

what is BMI range found to result in the best chances of getting pregnant?

Answer 12

higher than 19 and lower than 25

Question 13

what is the danger in the delaying conception for women?

Answer 13

infertility and increased health risks for her and her baby

Question 14

what is the possible reason that women with PCOS have trouble getting pregnant

Answer 14

they produce androgens that interfere with the monthly menstrual cycle because they cause an increase in male hormones/organs

Question 15

what food should a pregnant woman with celiac disease eliminate from her diet

Answer 15

wheat, barley, rye, and oats

Question 16

True or false!? eating disorders or extreme exercise can result in amenorrhea, contributing to impaired fertility

Answer 16

true

Question 17

for mem, sperm numbers and viability may start to decrease after approximately which age?

Answer 17

35 yo

Question 18

what does the American pregnancy association and AND currently recommend regarding caffeine intake

Answer 18

limit caffeine to 200 mg

Question 19

Mercury is a specific metal of concern during the preconception and pregnant stages. What is the FDA recommendation regarding seafood intake?

Answer 19

limit intake of fish low in mercury to 8 - 12 oz per week

Question 20

list 2 factors that can alter fertility specific to mem

Answer 20

high estrogen and sperm defficient (unormal)

Question 21

list 2 factors that alter fertility for mem and woman

Answer 21

obesity and antioxidants defficience

Question 22

list 2 factors that can alter fertility specific for woman

Answer 22

PID ( pelvic inflammatory disease) and

PCOS (polycystic syndrome

Question 23

what is not a normal physiological changes during pregnancy

Answer 23

decreased production of insulin

Question 24

DRI of increased energy intake during each trimester of pregnancy

Answer 24

1st: slightly increased; 2sd: 340 kcals; 3rd: 452 kcal

Question 25

what is not a nutrient recommended for pregnancy

Answer 25

carbohydrates - less than 175g per day

Question 26

why is DHA important to consume during the pregnancy

Answer 26

assist with development of the brain, retina, and neural tissues of the fetus

Question 27

is not a way to prevent or relieve heartburn or acid reflux

Answer 27

take frequent naps in the lying down position

Question 28

how many grams does a low birth weight infant weigh?

Answer 28

less than 2500 g

Question 29

at how many weeks do nutrients start to pass via the umbilical cord?

Answer 29

10 weeks

Question 30

hyperemesis gravidarum

Answer 30

is indicate by excessive nausea, vomiting, electrolyte imbalance and possible malnutrition

Question 31

one cause of high risk pregnancy

Answer 31

cancer

Question 32

list three ways to relieve nausea or morning sickness

Answer 32

lemmon, crakers, cravings(food ready to eat)

Question 33

which hormone is responsible for allowing let-down of breast milk

Answer 33

oxytocin

Question 34

which hormone is responsible for allowing let-down of breast milk

Answer 34

oxytocin

Question 35

what is most likely reson breast milk reduces incidence of allergies?

Answer 35

breast milk composition changes over time, offering the the infant a variety of different substances

Question 36

breastfeeding an infant decreases the risk of...

Answer 36

HIV

Question 37

a condition characterized by abnormal facial features, growth deficiencies, central nervous system defects, behavioral and learning difficulties, poor socials skills, and difficulty with vision and hearing

Answer 37

fetal alcohol syndrome