Question 1. The inner portion of the zygote that implants in the uterine lining is called the:
fetus.
blastocyst.
embryo.
placenta.

Question 2. ________ is the point at which the ovum becomes fertilized by the sperm.
Implantation
Conception
Parturition
Gestation

Question 3. During the first trimester, women are advised to gain no more than:
3-5 pounds.
5-10 pounds.
10-15 pounds.
15-20 pounds.

Question 4. The primary cause of heartburn and constipation during pregnancy is:
inadequate fluid intake by the mother.
overeating by the mother.
intolerance to prenatal vitamins.
relaxation of the smooth muscles.

Question 5. All of the following are associated with gestational diabetes EXCEPT:
delivery of a low-birth-weight infant.
increased maternal risk of developing Type II diabetes.
increased maternal risk of developing preeclampsia.
increased fetal risk of developing Type II diabetes.

Question 6. At birth, Baby Molly weighs seven pounds. If her growth and development are normal, what would you expect Molly to weigh on her first birthday?
14 pounds
18 pounds
21 pounds
30 pounds

Question 7. Overweight in children is defined as:
BMI 75th percentile.
BMI 85th percentile.
BMI 95th percentile.
BMI 100th percentile.

Question 8. Atrophic gastritis is a common condition among older adults that impairs the ability to absorb ________.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
zinc

Question 9. ________ is added to municipal water supplies to promote healthy teeth formation.
Fluoride
Sodium
Vitamin D
Zinc

Question 10. Peak bone mass is typically achieved in:
late childhood.
early teens.
late teens and early 20s.
the late 30s.