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Question 1 of 50

Question 1: According to current research, a standard prescription of vitamin B6 for the treatment of nausea is:

A

3mg/day

B

30mg/day

C

130mg/day

D

300mg/day

Question 2 of 50

Question 2: NVP symptoms commonly peak at:

A

At conception

B

4-6 weeks gestation

C

8-12 weeks gestation

D

16-20 weeks gestation

Question 3 of 50

Question 3: A popular theory for the increase in UTIs during pregnancy includes:

A

Pregnant women have greater fluid requirements

B

Pregnancy increases the core body temperature

C

Pregnant women consume higher intakes of sugar

D

Pregnant women have changed hormone levels

Question 4 of 50

Question 4: What is not a common hypothesis for food cravings during pregnancy?

A

Not eating enough regulary

B

Hormonal fluctuations

C

Nutrient deficiencies

D

Gender of the foetus

Question 5 of 50

Question 5: A client needs assistance in optimising their fluid consumption. Other than drinking water, what other recommendations could be made?

A

Increase physical activity levels

B

Recommend increasing fibre intake

C

Increase consumption of foods high in moisture

D

Monitoring blood glucose levels

Question 6 of 50

Question 6: List some of the nutritional considerations which can impact fatigue:

A

Hydration, iron levels and blood glucose levels

B

Hydration, folate intake and vitamin E levels

C

Iron levels, vitamin C levels and probiotic intake

D

Iron levels, vitamin D and prebiotic intake

Question 7 of 50

Question 7: How much fibre is recommended for pregnant women?

A

28-30g/day

B

23-25g/day

C

20-25g/day

D

25-28g/day

Question 8 of 50

Question 8: Which condition is not one of the types of conditions that can usually help diagnose Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)?

A

Diabetic ketoacidosis

B

Hypercalcemia

C

Central Nervous System Disease

D

Iron deficiency anemia

Question 9 of 50

Question 9: Which is not a suggested strategy to reduce reflux symptoms?

A

Reduce intake of fatty foods and caffeine

B

Avoid food intake late at night

C

Lay down for 30 minutes after eating

D

Elevate heart when sleeping

Question 10 of 50

Question 10: Women with a BMI greater than 30 are how many times more likely to develop GD during their pregnancy than women who have a healthy BMI:

A

Twice as likely

B

4 times more likely

C

9 times more likely

D

15 times more likely

Question 11 of 50

Question 11: Unless a woman is having multiple gestations or is underweight at conception, the typical recommended weight gain for the first trimester is less than:

A

2kg (4.4 pounds)

B

3kg (6.6 pounds)

C

4kg (8.8 pounds)

D

5kg (11 pounds)

Question 12 of 50

Question 12: The average additional calorie intake recommended for the second trimester of pregnancy is:

A

300kcal/day

B

340kcal/day

C

420kcal/day

D

500kcal/day

Question 13 of 50

Question 13: Spina Bifida is most commonly found in babies whose mothers don’t meet:

A

Choline requirements

B

Iron requirements

C

Vitamin D requirements

D

Folate requirements

Question 14 of 50

Question 14: A high maternal dietary protein intake can result in:

A

Pre-eclampsia

B

Neural Tube Defects

C

Intra-uterine growth restriction

D

Foetal Chronic Kidney Disease

Question 15 of 50

Questions 15: How often is recommended that pregnant clients be weighed in clinic throughout their pregnancy?

A

Monthly

B

Weekly

C

Daily

D

Never

Question 16 of 50

Question 16: Which BMI category recommends 0-4kg (0-8.8lbs) of weight being adequate?

A

Overweight BMI category

B

Class I BMI category

C

Class II BMI category

D

Class III BMI category

Question 17 of 50

Question 17: Woman who were underweight before pregnancy and gained not enough weight during pregnancy are:

A

6 times more likely to experience excessive weight gain during pregnancy

B

6 times more likely to experience infant mortality

C

6 times more likely to experience thyroid complications during pregnancy

D

6 times more likely to experience low B12 levels

Question 18 of 50

Question 18: The following person may require a higher than standard folic acid supplement:

A

A 29 year old woman who is 6 weeks pregnant and has chronic asthma

B

A 31 year old woman who is 8 weeks pregnant with a BMI of 36 having her second baby

C

A 35 year old women who is 4 weeks pregnant and does eat lot of green vegetables

D

A 38 year old woman who is 18 weeks pregnant and doesn’t eat many green vegetables

Question 19 of 50

Question 19: A minimum intake of how much calcium per day is required to minimise the risk of pre-eclampsia in healthy pregnant women?

A

100mg/day

B

1300mg/day

C

1500mg/day

D

1700mg/day

Question 20 of 50

Question 20: What MTHFR mutation results in 70% loss of function?

A

MTHFR C677T Heterozygous

B

MTHFR C677T Homozygous

C

MTHFR A1298C Heterozygous

D

MTHFR A1298C Homozygous

Question 21 of 50

Question 21: Iodine status during pregnancy is most important during:

A

8-10 weeks gestation

B

10-12 weeks gestation

C

12-14 weeks gestation

D

14-16 weeks gestation

Question 22 of 50

Question 22: Which nutrient does not play a significant role in epigenetic processes that regulate gene expression?

A

Folate

B

Vitamin B12

C

Calcium

D

Choline

Question 23 of 50

Question 23: What amount of choline could be recommended to support foetal development and improve pregnancy outcomes?

A

250mg/day

B

400mg/day

C

950mg/day

D

1100mg/day

Question 24 of 50

Question 24: Vitamin B6 supplementation is considered safe if less than a total of:

A

100mg/day

B

120mg/day

C

140mg/day

D

160mg/day

Question 25 of 50

Question 25: What amounts of ginger is suggested to provide potential NVP relief?

A

100-350mg 4 times/day

B

100-400mg 4 times/day

C

150-300mg 4 times/day

D

250-500mg 4 times/day

Question 26 of 50

Question 26: Which form of iron is associated with less gastrointestinal intolerance?

A

Ferrous gluconate

B

Ferrous sulfate

C

Iron bisglycinate

D

Ferrous fumarate

Question 27 of 50

Question 27: During pregnancy, TSH levels should be:

A

In the lower range of usual parameters

B

In the upper range of usual parameters

C

Above usual parameters

D

Below usual parameters

Question 28 of 50

Question 28: A key nutrient to consider to minimise risk of pre-eclampsia is:

A

Folate

B

Calcium

C

Vitamin E

D

Vitamin C

Question 29 of 50

Question 29: Clients with recurrent pregnancy loss should be screened for:

A

Coeliac disease

B

Cow’s milk protein allergies

C

Chronic renal failure

D

Diabetes

Question 30 of 50

Question 30: What type of nutrient deficiency is common in those with hypothyroidism?

A

Iron

B

Vitamin B12

C

Vitamin D

D

Choline

Question 31 of 50

Question 31: What is not a type of medical complications can elevate risk of recurrent miscarriage?

A

Pre-eclampsia

B

Hypertension

C

Gestational diabetes

D

Eczema

Question 32 of 50

Question 32: Which is not a condition that can create delivery complications when associated with pre-eclampsia diagnosis?

A

Neurological complications

B

Uteroplacental dysfunction

C

Acute kidney injury

D

Coeliac Disease

Question 33 of 50

Question 33: Which nutrient is associated with improved thyroid antibodies in people with Hashimoto’s?

A

Vitamin D

B

Selenium

C

Iodine

D

Calcium

Question 34 of 50

Question 34: Iodine supplementation can be dangerous for women with:

A

Grave’s disease

B

Gestational diabetes

C

Pre-eclampsia

D

Hashimoto’s

Question 35 of 50

Question 35: Research suggests that infants born to a parent who is atopic have:

A

A 30% increased risk of allergy, but can be as high as 70% if both parents are atopic

B

A 50% increased risk for allergy, but can be as high as 70% if both parents are atopic

C

A 30% increased risk of allergy, but can be as high as 90% if both parents are atopic

D

A 50% increased risk of allergy, but can be as high as 90% if both parents are atopic

Question 36 of 50

Question 36: Current research suggests that a foetus’ sense of taste and smell are well-developed by:

A

12 weeks

B

21 weeks

C

23 weeks

D

32 weeks

Question 37 of 50

Question 37: Emerging research suggests that which of the following may increase the risk of an infant developing Autism Spectrum Disorder:

A

Not taking folic acid supplements during pregnancy

B

Low serum selenium levels

C

Having a vitamin D supplement during pregnancy

D

Taking too low or excessive amounts of folic acid supplements during pregnancy

Question 38 of 50

Question 38: What omega-6:omega-3 ratio must be applied by the third trimester due to its crucial role in neurological development during this time?

A

1:3 ratio

B

1:5 ratio

C

5:1 ratio

D

3:1 ratio

Question 39 of 50

Question 39: The effects of pesticides to ASD risk are most significant:

A

Between weeks 1-12 during pregnancy and weeks 4-12 postpartum

B

Between weeks 7-12 during pregnancy and weeks 1-4 postpartum

C

Between weeks 12-24 during pregnancy and weeks 1-4 postpartum

D

Between weeks 1-7 during pregnancy and weeks 4-12 postpartum

Question 40 of 50

Question 40: What nutrient deficiencies have been associated with an increased risk of ASD development?

A

Zinc and iron

B

Zinc and selenium

C

Iron and selenium

D

Folate and selenium

Question 41 of 50

Question 41: Adequate choline during gestation can optimise cognitive function and prevent conditions. Which condition does not fall under this category?

A

Alzheimer’s disease

B

Epilepsy

C

Fetal alcohol syndrome

D

Eczema

Question 42 of 50

Question 42: Babies start to produce allergy regulating IgE antibodies from:

A

15 weeks of pregnancy

B

20 weeks of pregnancy

C

25 weeks of pregnancy

D

30 weeks of pregnancy

Question 43 of 50

Question 43: What type of organ meat would not meet the safe for consumption requirements that is suitable for pregnant clients?

A

Cooked liver

B

Pate

C

Kidney

D

Stomach

Question 44 of 50

Question 44: Pregnant clients following a vegan diet should supplement:

A

2.6µg/day of vitamin B12

B

130mg/day of iron

C

9mg/day of zinc

D

100-200mg/day of DHA and EPA

Question 45 of 50

Question 45: An example of a herbal tea that is safe during pregnancy is: 

A

Primrose oil tea

B

Rooibos tea

C

Echinacea tea

D

Fennel tea

Question 46 of 50

Question 46: How much caffeine is considered the maximum safe dose to consume during pregnancy?

A

100mg/day

B

150mg/day

C

200mg/day

D

250mg/day

Question 47 of 50

Question 47: Whilst recommendations for alternative sweeteners should be minimized. What sweeteners are generally considered safe during pregnancy?

A

Aspartame and acesulfame potassium

B

Acesulfame potassium and saccharin

C

Saccharin and sucralose

D

Stevia and aspartame

Question 48 of 50

Question 48: Which is not classified as a side effect of ketosis during pregnancy can lead to:

A

Offspring nutritional deficiencies

B

Physical deformities of offspring

C

Problems with offspring brain development

D

UTIs

Question 49 of 50

Question 49: What type of food can increase heartburn during pregnancy?

A

Spicy foods

B

Fermented foods

C

Organ meats

D

Honey

Question 50 of 50

Question 50: When should fermented foods not be recommended to a pregnant client?

A

If they have Eczema

B

If they are supplementing vitamin D

C

If they don’t usually consume fermented foods

D

If they are not having prebiotics

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