Third Trimester

The third trimester begins at week 26 gestational age.

• True

• False

The substance nicknamed liquid gold due to its thick golden color is __________.

• Colostrum

• Vernix

• Amniotic fluid

• Lanugo

Braxton-Hicks contractions are similar to labor contractions because they become steady and more regular.

• True

• False

The average weight of a fetus at 40 weeks is __________.

• 6 1/4 pounds

• 8 1/3 pounds

• 7 1/2 pounds

• 5 3/4 pounds

Nutrition should be based on processed foods from select food groups.

• True

• False

According to the presentation, __________ protect the body by decreasing inflammation and lowering the oxidation of cells.

• Antioxidants

• Phytonutrients

• Aroma therapy

• Quality sleep practices

Nutrition provides energy to help the body prepare for labor and delivery.

• True

• False

Which of the following is the recommended amount of water to include each day during the third trimester?

• Three to five, eight-ounce glasses

• Four to eight, eight-ounce glasses

• Five to ten, eight-ounce glasses

• Eight to 12, eight-ounce glasses

Questions about pregnancy during the third trimester should be answered by checking for advice online.

• True

• False

If a pregnancy goes beyond the due date, a cesarean section (C-section) will automatically be scheduled.

• True

• False