CMA Nutrition & Wellness in Pregnancy

Question 1

The recommended total weight gain during pregnancy for a woman with a normal pre-pregnancy BMI (18.5–24.9) is:

Accepted Answer

25–35 lbs

Answer

10–15 lbs

Answer

15–20 lbs

Answer

35–45 lbs

Question 2

Which nutrient deficiency during pregnancy is most associated with neural tube defects such as spina bifida?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid

Answer

Iron

Answer

Calcium

Answer

Vitamin D

Question 3

Pregnant women should avoid which type of fish due to high mercury content?

Accepted Answer

Shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish

Answer

Salmon

Answer

Sardines

Answer

Tilapia

Question 4

Gestational diabetes is best managed with which primary intervention?

Accepted Answer

Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) as first-line treatment

Answer

Immediate insulin therapy for all patients

Answer

Complete carbohydrate elimination

Answer

High-protein fasting diet

Question 5

Daily calcium requirements increase during pregnancy to approximately:

Accepted Answer

1000 mg/day

Answer

800 mg/day

Answer

1200 mg/day

Answer

1500 mg/day

Question 6

Which food is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to risk of Listeria infection?

Accepted Answer

Soft cheeses made from unpasteurized milk (e.g., Brie, queso fresco)

Answer

Pasteurized yogurt

Answer

Hard-boiled eggs

Answer

Fully cooked chicken