61.What is the RDA for zinc in pregnant women aged 19 – 50 years?

a.10 mg

b.11 mg

c.12 mg

d.13 mg

62.During pregnancy, which of the following nutrients show a dramatic increase in absorption?

a.salt and sugar

b.protein and fat

c.calcium and iron

d.thiamin and ascorbic acid

63.What is the RDA for vitamin D during pregnancy?

a.12 ug per day

b.15 ug per day

c.18 ug per day

d.21 ug per day

64.During the last trimester, how many milligrams of calcium are transferred daily to the                                           fetus?

a.200 mg

b.300 mg

c.400 mg

d.500 mg

65.The amount of vitamin D recommended in pregnancy should be obtained by consumption of fortified milk and from which of the following sources?

a.low-mercury fish

b.exposure to the sun

c.tropical fruit juices

d.vitamin D supplements

66.In pregnant women unable to meet their calcium needs, how many milligrams of a daily calcium supplement are advised?

a.150 mg

b.300 mg

c.600 mg

d.1000 mg

67.Examine the following menu for a pregnant woman.

Breakfast    LunchSupper

•2 scrambled eggs

•1 whole wheat English muffin

•250 mL orange juice•2 pieces (125g) fried chicken

•2 wheat rolls w/butter

•125 mL mashed potatoes and gravy

•Iced tea•100g pork chop

•1 ear corn on the cob

•Lettuce and tomato salad with 30 mL dressing

•1 slice bread

According to the recommended food intake for pregnancy, which of the following food groups is the only one that is provided in sufficient amounts by this menu?

a.milk

b.meats

c.vegetables

d.bread/cereal

68.Since repeated pregnancies occurring within short time frames lead to depletion of the mother’s nutrient reserves, what is the optimal interval between pregnancies?

a.½ year

b.1 year

c.1½–2 years

d.3–4 years

69.Infants of vegan parents may suffer from spinal cord damage and develop severe psychomotor retardation as a result of a lack of which nutrient in the mother`s diet during pregnancy?

a.iron

b.calcium

c.vitamin B₁₂

d.folate

70.Which of the following is a common problem of pregnancy?

a.dehydration

b.headaches

c.constipation

d.low blood pressure