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Exam 14: Nutrition Through the Lifecycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

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All cases of neural tube defects are directly related to a lack of folate consumption during pregnancy.

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Alcohol is a potential teratogen for a developing fetus.

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In which trimester of pregnancy is the fetus the most vulnerable to teratogens?

Inconsolable crying for hours at a time is a characteristic of

During pregnancy women should not consume fish or fish products.

Recommendations for weight gain vary according to a woman's weight before pregnancy.

Anchovies, mackerel, salmon, and sardines are good sources of

Premilk, which is rich in immune factors and protein, is also known by what name?

Recommended weight gain during pregnancy is based on the

Breastfed infants have a low risk of developing heart disease in life because breast milk is very low in cholesterol.

Why are newborn infants given a single injection of vitamin K?

Which pregnancy-specific organ is responsible for delivering nutrients and oxygen to the fetus and removing waste products?

Inadequate intake of which nutrient during the first few weeks of pregnancy is associated with neural tube defects in the fetus?

A pregnant woman who is overweight should restrict her caloric intake and attempt to lose weight before delivery.

Most of a pregnant woman's nutrient needs can be met by consuming a healthful, balanced diet, except for which specific nutrient?

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life.

Which of the following enhances the absorption of iron?

Which of the following fatty acids is critical to fetal brain and eye development?

Well-planned vegetarian diets are appropriate for pregnant women.

Excessive vitamin A supplementation during pregnancy is associated with birth defects.