Which herb is the most commonly used herbal galactogogue?
a. echinacea
b. St. John's wort
c. fenugreek
d. feverfew
e. foxglove
Q. 2The best way to ensure an adequate intake of trace minerals is to:
a. eat foods containing the major minerals.
b. make sure your diet is sufficient in vitamins.
c. consume a variety of foods.
d. practice dietary adequacy.
Q. 3The recommendation by R.A. Lawrence for use of herbal teas by nursing women is to choose _____.
a. teas using only herbs for essence
b. teas containing herbs with active principles
c. synthetic teas
d. teas that have traditional uses dating back thousands of years
e. their tea of preference because all tea is safe
Q. 4A diabetes-like condition may develop when _____ is lacking in the diet.
a. iron
b. zinc
c. chromium
d. molybdenum
Q. 5Which contraceptive method does the World Health Organization advise women to avoid in the first six weeks postpartum?
a. condoms
b. progestin-only oral contraceptives
c. abstinence from sex
d. progestin-only implants
e. combined oral contraceptives
Q. 6Fluoride seems to be helpful in preventing:
a. cancer.
b. diabetes.
c. dental decay.
d. heart disease.
e. goiter.
Q. 7The ultimate test of drug safety is the _____ and any side effects on the infant.
a. infant's age
b. duration of dosing
c. measurement of the infant's plasma drug concentration
d. drug's exposure index
e. infant's feeding pattern
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