PORTAGE NUTRITION BIOD121 EXAM 6
COMPLETE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
embryonic stage - ANSWER The organ system develops
Fertilization - ANSWER An egg and sperm unite to form a zygote
fetal stage - ANSWER A period of continual growth and development
blastogenic stage - ANSWER A period of rapid cell division
End of first trimester - ANSWER Most organs are formed and the fetus can move
Define the term Low Birth Weight. - ANSWER Low Birth Weight-An infant weighing less
than 5.5 pounds, regardless of gestational age
Which of the following is/are false regarding calorie and nutrient needs during
pregnancy? Choose all that apply.
An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to meet needs
Quality is more important than quantity
Focus on nutrient dense foods
Calorie needs double - ANSWER An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to
meet needs
Calorie needs double
Jocelyn is a pregnant female who was diagnosed as being obese prior to her
pregnancy. At her clinic visit, she wanted to know what an appropriate amount of weight
gain during pregnancy would be. - ANSWER 11-20 lbs
Jenn is a pregnant female. During her recent OB appointment, her obstetrician
expressed concern because she had ketones in her urine. - ANSWER Jenn's intake of
carbohydrates as an energy source is too low and she is using fat for energy. Ketones
are a byproduct of fat being used as an energy source.
Jake is 5 months old. You have started to offer baby cereal on a spoon, but Jake
continues to push the food out of his mouth. What is the name for what Jake is doing,
and why is it occurring? - ANSWER Jake is experiencing the Extrusion reflex, and is not
ready to eat the cereal.
Which of the following should be avoided because of a choking hazard in young
children? Select all that apply.
COMPLETE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
embryonic stage - ANSWER The organ system develops
Fertilization - ANSWER An egg and sperm unite to form a zygote
fetal stage - ANSWER A period of continual growth and development
blastogenic stage - ANSWER A period of rapid cell division
End of first trimester - ANSWER Most organs are formed and the fetus can move
Define the term Low Birth Weight. - ANSWER Low Birth Weight-An infant weighing less
than 5.5 pounds, regardless of gestational age
Which of the following is/are false regarding calorie and nutrient needs during
pregnancy? Choose all that apply.
An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to meet needs
Quality is more important than quantity
Focus on nutrient dense foods
Calorie needs double - ANSWER An additional 50 grams of protein is required daily to
meet needs
Calorie needs double
Jocelyn is a pregnant female who was diagnosed as being obese prior to her
pregnancy. At her clinic visit, she wanted to know what an appropriate amount of weight
gain during pregnancy would be. - ANSWER 11-20 lbs
Jenn is a pregnant female. During her recent OB appointment, her obstetrician
expressed concern because she had ketones in her urine. - ANSWER Jenn's intake of
carbohydrates as an energy source is too low and she is using fat for energy. Ketones
are a byproduct of fat being used as an energy source.
Jake is 5 months old. You have started to offer baby cereal on a spoon, but Jake
continues to push the food out of his mouth. What is the name for what Jake is doing,
and why is it occurring? - ANSWER Jake is experiencing the Extrusion reflex, and is not
ready to eat the cereal.
Which of the following should be avoided because of a choking hazard in young
children? Select all that apply.
