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nramada

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What is the most likely reason for a pregnant woman to crave pickles?
 
  a. A change in hormones
  b. A hypoglycemic episode
  c. A physiologic need for fluid
  d. A physiologic need for sodium
  e. Cultural expectations that she will crave them

Question 2

Which of the following statements reflects current knowledge of food choices in pregnancy?
 
  a. A craving for pickles is a strong indicator that the body needs salt.
  b. A craving for milk is a strong indicator that the body needs calcium and/or phosphorus.
  c. Careful and appropriate selection of foods can prevent food cravings for most women.
  d. Cravings and aversions to certain foods are probably the result of altered taste and smell sensitivities induced by hormones.
  e. Aversions to specific foods often indicate that the woman has a deficient diet.



Madisongo23

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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