Question 1. From the third month to term, the developing human is called a(n):
fetus.
embryo.
zygote.
blastocyst.
Question 2. Recommended weight gain during pregnancy is based on the:
mother's weight at the end of the first trimester.
size of the fetus at three months' gestation.
mother's pre-pregnancy body mass index.
mother's age.
Question 3. To avoid ________ contamination during pregnancy, fish consumption should not exceed 12 oz. a week.
mercury
lead
arsenic
nitrogen
Question 4. Which DRI does NOT increase during pregnancy?
Zinc
Protein
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Question 5. The stimulus that is needed for continued and sustained production of breast milk is:
high fluid intake by the mother.
high protein intake by the mother.
infant suckling.
ovulation.
Question 6. The brain grows the most rapidly during the first ________ years of life.
two
five
eight
10
Question 7. Which of the following is NOT a recommendation to avoid allergies in children?
If a child has a negative reaction to a food, never offer it to that child again.
Introduce new foods one at a time.
Rotate foods in the diet rather than serving them every day.
When introducing a new food, watch for any allergic reaction for a week before offering another new food.
Question 8. Growth acceleration in adolescence is primarily driven by:
increased physical activity.
increased caloric intake.
hormonal changes.
both increased physical activity and increased caloric intake.
Question 9. One should avoid consuming excess Vitamin E when taking the medication:
Coumadin.
Zocor.
Tylenol.
Motrin.
Question 10. Which of the following is FALSE regarding the RDA for carbohydrates?
This recommendation stays the same as we age.
This amount ensures adequate glucose to the brain.
Most healthy individuals require more than this recommendation.
This amount is difficult for elderly individuals to consume in their diets.