Because of concern about mercury contamination, pregnant women are advised to avoid:

Because of concern about mercury contamination, pregnant women are advised to avoid:
 
 a. king mackerel.
  b. shrimp.
  c. catfish.
  d. flounder.

Q. 2

Cow's milk formula is an equal alternative to human milk.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 3

Herbal supplements during pregnancy:
 
 a. are generally considered safe.
  b. do not need to be discussed with the physician since they can be purchased over the counter.
  c. are not recommended due to lack of evidence about their safety and effectiveness.
  d. are recommended for relieving nausea.

Q. 4

The DHA content in breast milk is lower in vegetarian mothers than non-vegetarian mothers.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 5

Fat contributes approximately half of the calories in breast milk.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 6

The adverse effects of cigarette smoking by pregnant women include all of the following except:
 
 a. future intellectual problems in the baby.
  b. developmental defects in the fetus.
  c. slowed growth in the fetus.
  d. excessive weight gain for the mother.

Q. 7

The most common cause of maternal mortality in developed countries is:
 
 a. hypertension.
  b. eclampsia.
  c. gestational diabetes.
  d. preeclampsia.