Macro Coach Certification Coaching Special Populations 3

Question 1

During the first trimester of pregnancy, a client's caloric needs compared to pre-pregnancy are:

Accepted Answer

Essentially unchanged

Answer

The first trimester requires no significant additional calories; increased needs of ~300–350 kcal/day emerge in the second and third trimesters.

Question 2

Which nutrient is most critical to emphasize in a pregnant client's macro plan to support fetal neural tube development?

Accepted Answer

Folate (B9)

Answer

Folate is essential for neural tube closure in early pregnancy and should be prioritized from conception through the first trimester.

Question 3

A postpartum client who is exclusively breastfeeding requires approximately how many additional calories per day above her pre-pregnancy maintenance?

Accepted Answer

300–500 kcal

Answer

Breastfeeding increases caloric demand by approximately 300–500 kcal/day to support milk production while maintaining maternal health.

Question 4

When coaching a youth athlete (15 years old), which approach to protein intake is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Moderate protein ~1.2–1.6g/kg with food-first emphasis

Answer

Youth athletes benefit from 1.2–1.6g/kg of protein through whole foods, supporting growth and athletic development without unnecessary excess.

Question 5

A teenage female client who plays competitive soccer shows signs of the Female Athlete Triad. Which three components define this condition?

Accepted Answer

Low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone density

Answer

The Female Athlete Triad consists of low energy availability (with or without an eating disorder), menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density.

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Macro Coach Certification Coaching Special Populations 3