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FL-04 and -05

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 1hrs 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following is NOT a typical sign of pregnancy? (FL-4.1)
a)
missed menstruation
b)
no appetite
c)
nausea/morning sickness
d)
frequent urination
2.
The structure that connects the baby to the placenta is the. (FL-4.1)
a)
amniotic sac
b)
umbilical cord
c)
placenta
d)
vagina
3.
Which common pregnancy conditions can be reduced or eased by drinking more water, eating high-fiber foods, and appropriate exercise? (FL-4.4)
a)
Hemorrhoids, constipation, excess gassiness 
b)
Hemorrhoids, high blood pressure, diabetes
c)
Diabetes, swollen feet, heartburn
d)
Moodiness, heartburn, excessive hair growth
4.
What temporary organ allows the transfer of nutrients, oxygen and waste between mom to baby? (FL-4.1)
a)
Placenta
b)
Belly Button
c)
Tubes
d)
Umbilical Cord
5.
A fetus can be addicted to substances in the womb. (FL-4.3)
a)
True
b)
False
6.
You gain very little weight in the first trimester. (FL-4.1)
a)
True
b)
False
7.
One of the many risk factors for pregnant teens that may result in fetal injury or death includes (FL-4.5)
a)
not drinking enough alcohol during the pregnancy
b)
Getting too many nutrients from vegetables
c)
incomplete maternal skeletal growth 
d)
Incomplete development of the nursery
8.
During the first trimester of pregnancy, the mother needs about how many additional calories? (FL-4.1)
a)
practically none extra
b)
about another 1,000 cal (half again normal needs)
c)
about another 2,000 cal (about double normal needs)
d)
about another 4,000 cal (about triple normal needs)
9.
Some women experience the desire/impulse to eat things that aren't really foods. This condition is called _____. (FL-4.3)
a)
Pica
b)
Eclampsia
c)
Gestational Diabetes
d)
Previa
10.
Which age mothers are most at-risk for fetal and maternal complications during pregnancy? (FL-4.5)
a)
Between 17-35
b)
Under 17; over 35
c)
Between 25-40
d)
32
11.
Which strategy can best alleviate symptoms of nausea and vomiting at any time during pregnancy? (FL-4.4)
a)
Eating only vegetables
b)
Eating additional protein
c)
Eating only one meal a day
d)
Eating small meals frequently
12.
Folate/folic acid is important during early pregnancy to help (FL-4.2)
a)
The baby's neural tube (spinal cord) form correctly and completely
b)
Ensure the mother doesn't get morning sickness
c)
The baby's heart form correctly and completely
d)
Prevent gestational diabetes
13.
Pregnancy-induced hypertension (eclampsia) can result in (FL-4.5)
a)
Higher-than safe blood sugar levels
b)
Early labor or separated placenta
c)
Excess heartburn in the mother
d)
Late delivery of the baby
14.
The developing human from its 12th to 40th week is medically called a(n) _______. (FL-4.2)
a)
zygote
b)
embryo
c)
fetus
d)
infant
15.
Folic acid supplementation should begin (FL-4.3)
a)
As soon as the pregnancy is known
b)
No less than 3 months prior to conception
c)
More than 6 months prior to conception
d)
After the first prenatal visit
16.

Pregnancy is approximately________ weeks?

a)

40

b)

32

c)

12

d)

45

17.

Select the complaints that occur more frequently during the third trimester of pregnancy: (FL-04.4)

a)

nausea

b)

heartburn

c)

constipation

d)

vomiting

18.

What is the average amount of weight you should gain during pregnancy. (FL-4.1/4.2)

a)

10-20 lbs

b)

15-30 lbs

c)

30-50 lbs

d)

25-35lbs

19.

Yogurt should be eaten while pregnant because it is a good source of ___________. (FL-4.1/4.4)

a)

Calcium & Iron

b)

Calcium & Nitrates

c)

Calcium & Vitamin X

d)

Calcium & probiotic bacteria

20.

What is the daily recommended amount of light exercise during pregnancy? (FL-4.4)

a)

1 hour

b)

45 mins

c)

30 mins

d)

15 mins

21.

It is recommended that pregnant women get at least 1000mgs/day of _______, to help build healthy bones for mother and baby. (FL-4.2)

a)

calcium

b)

folic acid

c)

iron

d)

thaimin

22.

Pregnancy is dived into three equal parts called? (FL-4.1)

a)

months

b)

semesters

c)

stages

d)

trimesters

23.

The fluid filled pouch that cushions the embryo/ fetus is called? (FL-4.1/4.2)

a)

placenta

b)

amniotic sac

c)

uterus

d)

umbilical cord

24.

How many pounds should a healthy woman gain during pregnancy? (FL-4.1)

a)

20-25

b)

25-30

c)

35-45

d)

50

25.

There is no known “safe” amount of alcohol to consume during pregnancy, consumption can lead to babies that have what disorder? (FL-04.3)

a)

Spina Bifida

b)

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

c)

Asthma

d)

Cleft Palate

26.

I need to double my portion when my tummy is getting bigger during pregnancy. (FL-4.6)

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Not sure

27.

How many servings of alcohol per day are safe during pregnancy? (FL-04.3)

a)

1

b)

0

c)

2

d)

4

28.

Which supplement helps prevent anemia and supports the baby's growth and development (FL-04.2)

a)

zinc

b)

vitamin D

c)

DHA

d)

iron

29.

A healthy diet while pregnant should include Folic Acid, Vitamin A, Zinc, Calcium, Protein, and Iron. (FL-04.1)

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Which of the following is true for babies born to teenage mothers? (FL-04.5)

a)

They usually are born later than the expected due date

b)

They will be healthier because the moms are younger

c)

They are usually much heavier than other babies

d)

They are more likely to be born early and have a low birth weight

31.

Young mothers are more likely to become anemic (low iron count) when pregnant. (FL-04.5)

a)

True

b)

False

32.

Young mothers are more likely to carry their baby for the full pregnancy (9 months) (FL-04.5)

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Which are probable solutions for the constipation, gassiness and hemorrhoids that often occur during pregnancy? (FL-04.4)

a)

laxatives

b)

water

c)

exercise

d)

high-fiber foods

e)

high-fat foods

34.

The baby's blood and the mother's blood mix in the placenta. (FL-4.1)

a)

True

b)

False

35.

The nutrient that is most associated with preventing neural tube defects is (FL-04.3)

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Iron

c)

Folate

d)

Fatty Acids

36.
Successful infant feeding depends on (FL-05.1)
a)
The father’s involvement with supporting mother
b)
The mother’s willingness to nurse
c)
The baby’s genetic makeup
d)
Cooperation between baby and mother
37.
Which is a responsibility of the infant in feeding? (FL-05)
a)
Choosing the type of food
b)
Keeping the bottle/nipple at the correct angle
c)
To stop feeding when full
d)
Minimize distractions
38.
Why should a caregiver hold an infant semi-upright during feeding? (FL-05)
a)
To keep milk from pooling in the throat
b)
To control how much milk is flowing
c)
To make sure the diaper doesn’t leak
d)
To make burping easier
39.
What is one of the potential hazards of self-feeding for infants? (FL-05)
a)
Choking
b)
Bonding between baby and caregivers
c)
Providing time for social pauses
d)
Helping baby learn that nurturing equals love
40.
The most important step in preparing bottles (whether with breastmilk or formula) is: (FL-05.3)
a)
carefully measure the powder
b)
boil the water you'll be using
c)
make sure everything is clean, including your hands
d)
refrigerate any leftovers and use within two hours
41.
When baby nurses straight from mom, one of the amazing things that happens is (FL-05.1)
a)
the breast detects any infection and supplies needed antibodies
b)
her milk changes during the nursing to make sure baby gets needed nutrients before baby gets truly satisfied
c)
her milk changes to supply needed nutrients as baby grows
d)
All of these
42.
Which is a safe way to warm formula or expressed breastmilk to body temperature? (FL-05.3)
a)
in the microwave
b)
in the oven 
c)
in warm to hot water
d)
in the sun
43.
Baby’s first year of life is marked most by: (FL-05)
a)
Rapid growth and development
b)
Development of gender
c)
Milk production
d)
Loss of lanugo
44.
One of the disadvantages of breastfeeding is that (FL-05.2)
a)
the father can participate equally in feeding the child
b)
It's more costly than formula
c)
It requires a lot of time from the mother
d)
Breastfeeding supports immunity in newborns
45.
A malformed mouth (or parts of the mouth) may result in: (FL-05.4)
a)
A total inability to breastfeed
b)
Easier choking when baby is nursing either breast or bottle
c)
the requirement to use formula rather than breastfeeding
d)
the caregivers must use a larger nipple when feeding baby
46.
One of the major differences between breastmilk and formula is: (FL-05.1)
a)
formula can provide antibodies when baby is sick
b)
breastmilk contains antibodies and hormones to support baby's health and immune system
c)
Formula is easier for baby to digest
d)
breastmilk contains more protein than formula
47.
Which of the following is a reason moms may choose to NOT breastfeed (FL-05.2)  
a)
Causes weight gain
b)
Too expensive
c)
Lack of time 
d)
Delays the return of a period
48.
Which of the following is a benefit of formula feeding? (FL-05.2)
a)
Either parent can feed the baby
b)
It delays the return of the mother's period
c)
Babies must feed more often
d)
Moms must increase their calorie intake 
49.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of colostrum? (FL-05.1)
a)
The first milk a new mother produces 
b)
It contains disease-fighting antibodies that strengthen a baby's immune system
c)
Mothers produce it for the entire time they breastfeed
d)
It is easily digestible
50.
True or False: Formula-fed babies need to eat more often than breast-fed babies.(FL-05)
a)
True
b)
False
51.
What is colostrum? (FL-05.1)
a)
a mother's early breastmilk
b)
the baby's first poop
c)
the first breathe a baby takes
d)
the first contraction of the mother
52.
All are effects of breastfeeding EXCEPT (FL-05.2)
a)
Mother's uterus starts to contract back to normal.
b)
Feel Good hormones are released in the mother and newborn.
c)
Tells mother's breasts to produce more milk for next feeding.
d)
Breastfeeding prevents you from getting pregnant.
53.
Why is it important for the mother to get enough water and nutrients when breastfeeding? (FL-05.2)
a)
Those "extra" nutrients are passed through the breastmilk to the baby
b)
So the mother doesn't get stressed
c)
To give the breastmilk a more rounded flavor
54.
Which of the following is not a benefit of breastfeeding (FL-05.2)
a)
breastfeeding can save time and money 
b)
breastfed babies are typically healthier and have less ear infections
c)
breastfeeding is less likely to cause stomach issues in infants 
d)
all of the above are true
55.
Hindmilk is different from foremilk in that: (FL-05.2)
a)
Hindmilk contains more fat to promote satiety (satisfaction) as baby finishes nursing 
b)
Hindmilk is more watery to fill baby up
c)
Foremilk has more fat to make sure baby gets what he/she needs
d)
Foremilk has more immunity factors