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| 5618414939 | Placenta | The organ inside the uterus in which the mother's and fetus's circulatory systems intertwine and in which exchange of materials between maternal and fetal blood takes place. The fetus receives nutrients and oxygen across the placenta; the mother's blood picks up carbon dioxide and other waste materials to be excreted via her lungs and kidneys. | 0 | |
| 5618453478 | Prenatal | Prior to birth | 1 | |
| 5618457721 | Postnatal | After birth | 2 | |
| 5618457722 | Trimester | One-third if the normal duration of pregnancy; the first trimester is 0 to 13 weeks, the second trimester is 13 to 26 weeks, and the third trimester is 26 to 40 weeks. | 3 | |
| 5618593886 | Neural tube defects | Any of a number of birth defects in the orderly formation of the neural tube during early gestation. Both the brain and the spinal cord develop from the neural tube, and defects cause various central nervous system disorders. | 4 | |
| 5618614355 | Low birth weight | A birth weight of 5 1/2 lb (2500g) or less used as a predictor of poor health in the newborn and as a probable indictor of poor nutrition status of the mother during an/ or before pregnancy. | 5 | |
| 5618912199 | pica | the craving of nonfood items such as clay, ice, and laundry starch; does not appear to be limited to any particular geographic area, race, sex, culture, or social status. | 6 | |
| 5678455714 | Effects of pica | Malnutrition, obesity or intestinal obstruction | 7 | |
| 5678496759 | Smoking during pregnancy | Smoking is responsible for 20 to 30 percent birth weight deliveries in the United States. | 8 | |
| 5678526246 | Effects of smoking on the fetus | Stunts fetal growth, increases risk of premature delivery, leads to low birth weight, delayed development, and spontaneous abortions. | 9 | |
| 5678554285 | SIDS | Sudden Infant Death Syndrome linked to smoking during pregnancy and to postnatal exposure to secondhand smoke. | 10 | |
| 5678509868 | Smoking | Restricts blood supply to the growing fetus , which limits the delivery of nutrients and removal of wastes. | 11 | |
| 5618944576 | Fetal alcohol syndrome | the cluster of symptoms seen in an infant or child whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy; includes retarded growth, impaired development of the central nervous system, and facial malformations. | 12 | |
| 5678577602 | How many drinks can cause the fetal alcohol syndrome? | As little as 1 or 2 drinks | 13 | |
| 5619000413 | Fetal alcohol effect | Causes learning impairment and other more subtle abnormalities in infants exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. | 14 | |
| 5678671567 | How to avoid mercury during pregnancy | Avoid eating shark, swordfish, and king mackerel. Consume up to 8 -12 ounces per week from a variety of fish and shellfish. | 15 | |
| 5678696070 | Does white tuna contain more mercury than canned light tuna? | Yes | 16 | |
| 5678637754 | How to avoid lead during pregnancy | Avoid the use of glazed ceramic pottery, lead crystal glassware, and pewter or brass containers, exposure to lead based plant from renovations or repairs to older homes. | 17 | |
| 5619036097 | Hyperemesis gravidarum | Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that is severe enough to cause effects such as acidosis, dehydration, and weight loss. | 18 | |
| 5678710662 | Ways to alleviate nausea and vomiting | Eat soda crackers, hard candies, or other dry starchy foods before getting up in the morning. | 19 | |
| 5678771083 | When you feel hungry while pregnant.. | Eat small frequent meals | 20 | |
| 5678759440 | What can trigger nausea/ vomiting? | Highly seasoned foods or foods with strong odors. | 21 | |
| 5678783987 | How to relieve constipation while pregnant.. | Have a high fiber diet, intake many fluids, and exercise regularly. | 22 | |
| 5678803973 | What are food aversions? | A sudden dislike for foods that were ordinarily consumed prior to pregnancy. | 23 | |
| 5678817632 | What are the commonly reported food aversions? | Meat, eggs, and bitter foods. | 24 | |
| 5619050087 | Pregnancy induced hypertension | High blood pressure that develops during the second half of pregnancy. | 25 | |
| 5619055404 | Preeclampsia | Condition characterized by hypertension, fluid retention, and protein in the urine. | 26 | |
| 5619069097 | Eclampsia | A severe extension of preeclampsia characterized by convulsions; may lead to coma. | 27 | |
| 5619082527 | Gestational diabetes | The appearance of abnormal glucose tolerance during pregnancy. | 28 | |
| 5619089529 | Colostrum | Milk-like secretion from the breast, rich in protective factors, present during the first day or so after delivery and before milk appears. | 29 | |
| 5619102378 | Bifidus factor | A factor in colostrum and breast milk that favors growth in the infant's intestinal tract of the "friendly" bacteria. | 30 | |
| 5619146191 | Lactoferrin | A factor in breast milk that binds and helps absorb iron and keeps it from supporting the growth of the infant's intestinal bacteria. | 31 | |
| 5647813966 | The placenta is the only way that nutrients can reach the fetus. True or False? | True | 32 | |
| 5676959160 | A pregnant women's nutrient needs are higher than usual, but their energy needs are not. True or False | True | 33 | |
| 5676995080 | What are the additional calorie needs for the second trimester? | 340 calories | 34 | |
| 5677006510 | What are the additional calorie needs for the third trimester? | 450 calories | 35 | |
| 5677019417 | How are the nutrient needs of pregnancy best met? | They are best met by the routine intake of a variety of foods. | 36 | |
| 5677061775 | What nutrients deserve special attention in the diets of pregnant women? | Protein, folate, iron, zinc and calcium as well as vitamins known to be toxic in excess amounts. | 37 | |
| 5677231696 | Can high folate mask a Vitamin B deficiency? True or False | True | 38 | |
| 5678170800 | Routine use of vitamin supplements are advised? True or False | False | 39 | |
| 5678236921 | What are the primary indicators of an infants future health status? | Birth weight and length of gestation | 40 | |
| 5678308530 | Is a low weight baby more likely than a normal weight baby to experience complications during delivery? | Yes | 41 | |
| 5678333728 | How much should an infant normally weigh? | 6 1/2 to 8 pounds | 42 | |
| 5678367288 | What is the recommended weight gain for a women that is underweight? | 28-40 pounds | 43 | |
| 5678373796 | What is the recommended weight gain for a women that is at a normal weight? | 25- 35 pounds | 44 | |
| 5678384947 | What is the recommended weight gain for a women that is overweight? | 15- 25 pounds | 45 | |
| 5678391018 | What is the recommended weight gain for a women that is obese? | 11-20 pounds | 46 | |
| 5678416271 | When should weight gain be the lowest? | During the 1st trimester | 47 | |
| 5678427880 | What does a sudden large weight gain indicate? | It may indicate the onset of pregnancy induced hypertension. | 48 | |
| 5678871809 | The teen birthrate in the United States is among the highest in industrialized countries. True or False? | True | 49 | |
| 5679307412 | How long should mother's breast feed for? | For at least 12 months | 50 | |
| 5679315057 | When should a mother not breastfeed? | She should not breast feed if she has a communicable disease, active untreated tuberculosis, if she is taking medication that is secreted in breast milk, known to affect the infant, and if she is using drugs of abuse. | 51 | |
| 5679373497 | Why is cow's milk an insufficient replacement for infant formula? | It provides insufficient Vitamin C and iron. It also has excessive sodium and protein. | 52 | |
| 5679411114 | Does breast milk provide enough Vitamin D for the infant? | No | 53 | |
| 5679439559 | What is the most significant factor of an infant's allergies? | Genetics | 54 |
