Ms. Wooly brought her daughter, Mary, age 16, to the health care center to be seen by the nurse for a referral to the physician. Together, they tell the nurse that Mary has had nausea, vomiting, and headaches for the past 2 weeks. She has vomited almost every day. Ms. Wooly began to cry as she tells the nurse that Mary does not remember the date of her last menstrual period and that she is afraid that Mary is pregnant. During this interchange, Mary appears stoic and does not cry or have any verbalizations. After a blood test that confirmed the pregnancy, Ms. Wooly became calmer. A prenatal assessment was begun. Ms. Wooly answered most of the questions even though they were directed at Mary.
Last menstrual period was estimated to be 2 months ago.
Menses onset began 4 years ago.
Ht: 58 Wt: 125 lbs
Medium frame size
She described her usual dietary intake as including hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, candy, and colas. Mary denies alcohol, drug, or cigarette use. Mary would not discuss the father of the child, nor did she volunteer any additional information. It is evident that Mary has some urgent needs that must be addressed during this visit. Mary is young and will need time to accept the pregnancy, but she must also begin to eat properly to meet her nutritional needs and those of the infant.
Problem nutrients for teen pregnancies include calcium, zinc, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and protein. What are the needs of each of these nutrients for a pregnant teenager?
Q. 2This type of diabetes, formerly classified as juvenile-onset, occurs suddenly in children and young adults, requiring insulin injections and a carefully controlled diet.
A) type 2
B) type 1
C) gestational
D) pre-diabetes
Q. 3Wilson's disease is a result of an accumulation of _____ in the liver, brain, kidneys, and cornea.
A) manganese
B) magnesium
C) copper
D) selenium
Q. 4Individuals with overnutrition are at risk for malnutrition and need intensive nutrition intervention.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5Which of the following is the leading cause of blindness in the United States?
A) retinopathy
B) hyperglycemia
C) infections
D) neuropathy
Q. 6Which mineral's absorption is affected by an excessive use of antacids?
A) sodium
B) potassium
C) phosphorus
D) calcium
Q. 7The body must be provided with nutrients that are necessary for life. These nutrients are available only in food, must be obtained by the body's nutritional intake, and are known as essential nutrients. _________________________
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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