1 .

) These three are believed to be the reasons of drastically increase the

circulating levels of catecholamines in the pregnant woman’s body:

a.
alcohol, caffeine and nicotine

b.
caffeine, epinephrine and dopamine

c.
alcohol, caffeine, proteins

d.
alcohol, pyridoxine and dopamine

2.) Maria's sudden weight gain after the 20th week of

pregnancy may indicate water retention or edema that
could lead to:

a.
bleeding

b.
all of these

c.
obesity
d.
pre-eclampsia

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3.) The popular concept of “eating for two” is not valid among well-nourished
mothers as this can lead to :

a.
Underweight

b.
overweight

c.
SGA

d.
undernourishment

4. The classic macrocytic anemia of pregnancy represents a

combined deficiency of:

a.
Iron and vitamin D
b.
iron and folate

c.
iron and pyridoxine

d.
Iron and Ascorbic acid

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5 . Cora’s BMI is 17.5 which mean:

a.
overweight

b.
underweight

c.
Normal

d.
obese

6 Pregnant women having Pre-eclampsia and Eclampsia may experience the

same symptoms mentioned below EXCEPT:
a.
Proteinuria

b.
Edema

c.
hypertension

d.
Convulsions

7 What is the average weight gain during pregnancy?

a.
3 lbs

b.
24 lbs

c.
42 lbs

d.
1.5 lbs

8 . Maria's calorie allowance during the entire course of her pregnancy is

approximately how many kcal?
a.
8,000 kcal

b.
80,000 kcal

c.
300 kcal

d.
36 kcal

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9 A Diabetic pregnant woman is at risk of the following conditions:

a.
polyhydramnios

b.
pyelonephritis

c.
All of these

d.
pre-eclampsia
10 Cora King is pregnant and is underweight. She if at risk of having:

a.
All of these

b.
hypertension

c.
Gestational DM

d.
low birth weight

11 For healthy weight during the pre-pregnant weight, recommended weight

gain is between:

a.
25-35 lbs

b.
15 lbs

c.
10- 40 lbs
d.
28-40 lbs

12. What could be the reason/s for additional protein in Maria’s diet?

a.
All of these

b.
hormonal preparation for lactation

c.
growth of mammary tissues

d.
provide storage for nitrogen

13 Recommended weight gain for Cora w with a BMI of 17.5 is:

a.
15 lbs

b.
10-40 lbs

c.
28-40 lbs

d.
25-35 lbs

14 Maria‘s weight gain is smaller in what trimester?

a.
1st trimester

b.
All of these

c.
3rd Trimester

d.
2nd trimester

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15 WHO and FAO recommend an additional of how many grams of protein
per day for the latter part of pregnancy?

a.
1.5 grams

b.
3 grams

c.
19 grams
d.
9 grams

16 In constipation it is suggested to do the following:

a.
increase fluid intake

b.
All of these

c.
eat lots of fresh fruits

d.
regular exercise

17 For pregnant women who are manifesting edema or fluid retention it is

recommended to avoid the following in her diet:

a.
salt intake

b.
vegetables

c.
meat products
d.
fruits

18 BMI is categorized as Obese, therefore she is at risk of having all these

conditions EXCEPT:

a.
Gestational Diabetes

b.
Large babies

c.
hypertension

d.
having low-birth weight infants

19 These are a group of substances released in the blood in response to

physical and emotional stress:

a.
dopamine

b.
cytokinscatecholamine
c.
catecholamine

d.
All of these

20 The Highest Biologic Value of proteins is of animals sources such as:

a.
poultry, banana and cheese

b.
fish, meat and crabs

c.
meat, margarine and eggs

d.
milk, poultry and meat