Self Study: Healthy Pregnancy Environment

Question 1

Pregnant people usually gain the most weight in:

Answer 1

2nd trimester

Question 2

Weight gain can vary depending on a pregnant person’s age: T/F

Answer 2

T

Question 3

How much exercise does Health Canada recommend for a healthy pregnancy?
150 minutes a week of moderate exercise (minimum of 3 days a week)
20 minutes of moderate exercise a day 3 times a week
Watching the “20 minute workout” weekly
Daily walks for as long as a person is comfortable
30 minutes of vigorous exercise every day even if not previously active

Answer 3

150 minutes a week of moderate exercise (minimum of 3 days a week)

Question 4

Health Canada recommends that pregnant people should take a multivitamin containing 1000 IU Vitamin D and 600 mg omega-3 fatty acids each day. T/F?

Answer 4

F

Question 5

Of the following food choices, which is safest in pregnancy?
a) (packaged) Turkey breast
b) (refrigerated) Smoked salmon
c) Alfalfa sprouts
d) Brie
e) Wild salmon in a can
f) Albacore tuna in a can

Answer 5

e) Wild salmon in a can

Question 6

Which of the following over the counter medications is/are pregnancy category B (medication/s considered safe to use if there is a clinical need):
a) Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
b) Sudafed (Phenylephrine)
c) Pepto Bismol (Bismuth subsalicylate)
d) Accutane (isotretinoin)
e) Robitussin DM (Dextromethorphan / guaifenesin)
f) Claritin (Loratadine)

Answer 6

Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) and Claritin (Loratadine)

Question 7

How many mg of iron does Health Canada recommend in a daily multivitamin for pregnant people?

Answer 7

16-20

Question 8

Oral infections like periodontitis may lead to poor outcomes such as (select all that apply):

pre-term birth
gestational diabetes
macrosomia
low birth weight
stillbirth

Answer 8

pre-term birth, low birth weight

Question 9

A person in your care has morning sickness and is concerned the vomiting can lead to tooth decay due to acid in the mouth. Which of the following is the best advice you can give them to improve oral health ? (select one):

brush teeth immediately after vomiting
mouthwash is more effective than water at reducing acid in the mouth
rinse, then wait at least 30 min before brushing teeth
use mouthwash to brush the teeth soon after vomiting

Answer 9

rinse, then wait at least 30 min before brushing teeth

Question 10

Which of the following statements regarding pregnancy supplements is true :

Excess calcium intake in pregnancy causes mineralization of maternal teeth
200mcg folic acid daily is recommended to prevent neural tube defects
High intake of foods rich in Vitamin A may cause fetal anomalies
Multivitamins specifically focused on pregnancy should have at least iron, folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin C, and fish oils

Answer 10

High intake of foods rich in Vitamin A may cause fetal anomalies

Question 11

When is it most important to avoid over-the-counter medications in pregnancy?

Answer 11

First trimester

Question 12

The following handling tips for leftover foods can help prevent food poisoning (choose all that apply):

Debone meat before storing it
Reheat leftovers not more than once
Answer Do not overstock your fridge
Leave food out for no more than 2 hours at room temperature
Eat refrigerated leftovers within 2 to 4 days
Reheat food to an internal temperature of at least 165 Fahrenheit

Answer 12

ALL CORRECT

Question 13

How much iron supplementation in pregnancy?

Answer 13

16 to 20 mg of iron

Question 13

How much vit d in pregnancy?

Answer 13

600 IU vit d a day (and no more than 4000)