Ch 13 Debunk the Junk

Lynn began her pregnancy in the overweight category at 5'4" and 170 pounds. This puts her BMI at 29.2. By the end of Lynn's pregnancy, approximately how many pounds should she aim to weight?

185-195 pounds

Olynda started her pregnancy at 100 pounds. At 5'4", this makes her body mass index, or BMI, 17.2. According to this measure, she is considered underweight. During her doctor's appointment she is told that the 10 pounds she has gained are within reason and her overall goal for a healthy pregnancy is to gain:

28-40 pounds

Because Olynda, Lynn, and Nadia all began their pregnancy in different weight categories (underweight, overweight/obese, and healthy weight), they each have very different nutrient recommendations.

False

How is Lynn's weight gain going by the third trimester?

She had gained the recommended amount of weight

Although Nadia began her pregnancy at a healthy weight, her high weight gain during pregnancy leaves her at an increased risk for developing gestational diabetes and gestational hypertension. She is also at greater risk for a preterm delivery or a need for a C-section delivery.

True

Both a woman's preconception weight and her weight gain throughout pregnancy have an effect on a baby's birth weight.

True

Olynda's weight gain is consistent with the current healthy pregnancy weight gain recommendations for women who began their pregnancy underweight.

True

Because Nadia began her pregnancy at a healthy weight, she must be eating a healthy diet, and there is no need for her to discuss her diet with her healthcare provider or take a prenatal vitamin.

false