Pregnancy and Breastfeeding (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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Why is HBV protein essential during pregnancy?
Why is HBV protein essential during pregnancy?
For the baby's growth
Which nutrient helps prevent anaemia in pregnant women?
Which nutrient helps prevent anaemia in pregnant women?
Iron
How long before pregnancy should folic acid supplements be taken?
How long before pregnancy should folic acid supplements be taken?
12 weeks
By how much does folic acid reduce the risk of neural tube defects?
By how much does folic acid reduce the risk of neural tube defects?
Two-thirds
What does calcium help the baby develop?
What does calcium help the baby develop?
Healthy bones and teeth
Which nutrient works with calcium for bone development?
Which nutrient works with calcium for bone development?
Phosphorus
Why should pregnant women eat fibre-rich foods?
Why should pregnant women eat fibre-rich foods?
To prevent constipation
What is vitamin C's role in iron absorption?
What is vitamin C's role in iron absorption?
It helps absorb iron
Which food should pregnant women avoid due to food poisoning risk?
Which food should pregnant women avoid due to food poisoning risk?
Unpasteurised cheese
What complication can result from too much weight gain during pregnancy?
What complication can result from too much weight gain during pregnancy?
High blood pressure
Which vitamin aids calcium absorption?
Which vitamin aids calcium absorption?
Vitamin D
How can pregnant women get natural vitamin D?
How can pregnant women get natural vitamin D?
Exercising in daylight