Quiz 2

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Pregnancy and Health Quiz

Test your knowledge on pregnancy, nutrition, and maternal health with our informative quiz! This quiz covers essential topics spanning folic acid requirements, dietary recommendations, and mental health issues related to pregnancy.

43 challenging multiple-choice questions
Increase your understanding of health during pregnancy
Great for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in maternal health

43 Questions11 MinutesCreated by NurturingNest542

Which food are you at higher risk of salmonella from?

Tofu

Ripe cheese

Mackerel

Shellfish

Epigenetics influences how our genes regulate feelings of fullness

Yes

How many pregnancies are planned in the UK?

20%

50%

70%

45%

What is the recommended dose of folic acid?

300µg

250µg

400µg

350µg

How many calories should a pregnant women consume throughout the first and second trimester

2000kcal

1800kcal

2200kcal

1950kcal

What extra supplement may a vegetarian need to take?

Omega 3 fatty acids & iodine

Iodine, Omega 3 fatty acid & vitamin B12

Iodine and vitamin B12

Vitamin A & Iodine

A healthy microbiome is influenced by a number of factors. Select which of the following is incorrect

How many women experience puerperal psychosis?

1 per 100 births

2 per 500 births

5 per 500 births

2 per 300 births

What is an appropriate weight gain in pregnancy?

5kg

15kg

5-8kg

No guidance

What does Vitamin E correlate with?

Maternal fatty acid intake

Maternal folate intake

Maternal protein intake

Maternal vitamin c

What is sexual wellbeing?

Absence of STI's

Using long-acting reversible contraception

Involves respect, love, safety and freedom from discrimination and violence

Absence of terminations in perinatal history

What are the number of days that are considered to be critical in the early years?

10001 days

1001 days

1001 weeks

101 days

Why are pelvic floor exercises encouraged in pregnancy?

Strengthen pelvic floor

Encourage relaxation

All of the above

Assist with movement and exercise

How many neural connections are thought to develop every second in a babies brain?

100,00

1 million

100

10,000

What do studies show about mothers consuming a Mediterranean diet?

Decreased vitmain B intake

Decreased fatty acid intake

Increased fatty acid intake

Increased vitamin B uptake

What food is a good source of Iodine?

White bread

Yoghurt

Pork

Milk and fish

What can oligosaccharides prevent in later life?

Enhance iron uptake

Enhance Vitamin C absorption

Decrease Vitamin B12 intake

Preventing disease in early and later life

How many women develop a mental health problem during pregnancy?

15%

20%

12%

30%

How many women experience perinatal depression?

10-15%

11-17%

25%

18-20%

What food is a good source of folic acid?

Oranges

Kale

Salmon

Apples

When are mothers likely to experience baby blues?

2-3days

2-5days

5days

10days

The relationship between parents and babies predicts later development?

True

False

Who requires an increased dose of folic acid?

Coeliac disease

Diabetes and epilepsy

BMI over 30

All of the above

How much folic acid does someone with a BMI >30 need to take?

5mg

2mg

400mcg

10mg

What is the recommended dose of paracetamol for someone >50kgs?

1 x 500mg tablet, 3x in 24 hours

1-2 x 500mg tablets, 4x in 24 hours

2 x 1g tablets, 4x in 24 hours

2 - 200mg tablets, 4x 24 hours

Asthmatics can take ibuprofen?

True

False

How much Ibuprofen can be taken in 24 hours?

1-2 x 200mg tablets, 3 x in 24 hours

1-2 x 500mg tablets, 4 x in 24 hours

1-2 x 500mg tablets, 3 x in 24 hours

1-2 x 200mg tablets, 4 x in 24 hours

Which anti-depressant is most likely to be prescribed during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Citalopram

Sertraline

Prozac

Duloxetine

What effect can aspirin have on a baby while breastfeeding?

Increased risk of Reye's syndrome

Increased risk of breathing problems

Poor feeding

Lethargy

Is aspirin recommended while breastfeeding?

Yes

What is the preferred opiate analgesic if mothers need stronger pain relief?

Dihydrocodeine

Codeine

What would you recommend for a mother with nipple pain?

When creating a feeding plan for someone with feeding issues, how often would you recommend they feed baby as a minimum?

Every 5 hours

Every 3 hours

Every hour

Every 2 hours

How much lactulose can a mother who is breastfeeding take?

15ml, twice a day

25ml, twice a day

15ml, 3 x a day

15ml, 4 x a day

If a mother had money worries who would you refer or point her too?

Citizens advice

Local charities

Best start grants

All of the above

How much diclofenac PR is given after a C-section?

100mg

50mg

75mg

150mg

What medication is used to treat oral thrush in infants?

Nystatin

Flucanazole

Econazole

How much Anti-D is given antenatally in a single dose?

1000 units

1500 units

1750 units

500 units

How much Gaviscon is recommended during pregnancy to treat heartburn after meals and before bedtime?

10-15mls

5-10mls

20-25mls

15-20mls

What antibiotic is given as a first port of call for a UTI?

Amoxocillin

Trimethoprim

Flucloxacillin

Which of these would you not refer a mother too with breastfeeding issues

Infant feeding team

La leche league

Breastfeeding support groups

KFC

If you had concerns regarding the welfare of a child or their family member who would you involve

Health visitor

Social services

Named midwife

All of the above

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