Author Question: The evidence regarding the effects of caffeine on nutrition during pregnancy is conflicting and more ... (Read 37 times)

CQXA · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The evidence regarding the effects of caffeine on nutrition during pregnancy is conflicting and more research is needed.

Until the time when there is more evidence on the effect of caffeine on the fetus, caffeine intake during pregnancy should be limited to 400 mg per day. Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The nurse who prepares a client for a level 2 ultrasound needs to be aware that

a. the procedure is almost always very painful
b. it is likely the mother has a structural defect
c. the client's biggest concern will likely be the sex of the baby
d. it is likely the client is suspected of carrying an abnormal fetus

Pariscourtney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

F
Caffeine intake should be limited to less than 200 mg per day. The nurse should discuss usual
sources of caffeine with the patient. A 6-oz cup of brewed coffee contains about 103 mg, tea
contains 36 mg, Cola beverages contain 3550 mg/12 ounces and cocoa contain 4 mg/6 oz.
Caffeine changes calcium, thiamine, and iron absorption or excretion.

Answer to Question 2

D
Level 2 ultrasound is performed after 18 weeks gestation and is done when the prescriber suspects fetal abnormalities. Ultrasonography is a noninvasive painless procedure. Level 2 ultrasound is not used to determine if the mother has a structural defect or the gender of the fetus. The fetal gender is determined on level 1 ultrasonography.