Author Question: With regard to nutritional needs during lactation, a maternity nurse should be aware that: a. The ... (Read 61 times)

kodithompson · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

With regard to nutritional needs during lactation, a maternity nurse should be aware that:

a. The mother's intake of vitamin C, zinc, and protein now can be lower than during pregnancy.
b. Caffeine consumed by the mother accumulates in the infant, who may be unusually active and wakeful.
c. Critical iron and folic acid levels must be maintained.
d. Lactating women can go back to their prepregnant calorie intake.

Question 2

Which minerals and vitamins usually are recommended to supplement a pregnant woman's diet?

a. Fat-soluble vitamins A and D c. Iron and folate
b. Water-soluble vitamins C and B6 d. Calcium and zinc

janeli · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A lactating woman needs to avoid consuming too much caffeine. Vitamin C, zinc, and protein levels need to be moderately higher during lactation than during pregnancy. The recommendations for iron and folic acid are lower during lactation. Lactating women should consume about 500 kcal more than their prepregnancy intake, at least 1800 kcal daily overall.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Iron generally should be supplemented, and folic acid supplements often are needed because folate is so important. Fat-soluble vitamins should be supplemented as a medical prescription, as vitamin D might be for lactose-intolerant women. Water-soluble vitamin C sometimes is consumed in excess naturally; vitamin B6 is prescribed only if the woman has a very poor diet. Zinc sometimes is supplemented. Most women obtain enough calcium through their regular diet.