During pregnancy, food energy needs increase less than nutrient needs. To achieve this balance, food selection should include all of the following except:
a. foods of high nutrient density.
b. vitamin A supplements.
c. nonfat milk and lean protein sources.
d. increased portions of vitamin C-rich foods.
b
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a. thrombosis b. hypertension c. atherosclerosis d. cholesterolemia e. metabolic syndrome
The amount of fluid recommended for clients with pneumonia (who do not need fluid restrictions) is:
a. 1.5 to 2.0 L/day. b. 2.0 to 2.5 L/day. c. 2.5 to 3.0 L/day. d. 3.0 to 3.5 L/day.
Which of the following is a property of conditioned muscles?
a. They can store more glycogen. b. They are more efficient at converting fat to glucose. c. They contain fewer mitochondria due to increased glucose utilization. d. They rely less on fat breakdown and more on glucose oxidation for energy. e. They are resistant to lactate build-up.
Which of the following nutrients are required in higher amounts during pregnancy due to their roles in the synthesis of red blood cells?
a. Protein and chromium b. Folate and vitamin B12 c. Calcium and vitamin A d. Vitamin E and vitamin C