BIOD 121 (portage) Module 6.1: Proper Nutrition Throughout Development

BIOD 121 (portage) Module 6.1: Proper Nutrition Throughout Development An adequate intake of vitamins and minerals several ______________ prior to conception, as well as throughout the pregnancy, is strongly recommended for those trying to conceive. correct anwer- months A healthy body weight, properly controlling existing health conditions. and the avoidance of ___________________ (compounds that can increase the risk of a birth defect will improve the odds of a healthy pregnancy for both mom and baby. correct anwer- teratogens The United States, despite the availability of health care, either through private companies or programs available for low income and needy moms, the rate of infant mortality is among the ________________ in the world. correct anwer- highest ________ moms are especially at high risk as they are more likely to not seek proper care during their pregnancy. correct anwer- Teen Pregnancy can be defined by several key developmental stages: correct anwer- -fertilization - blastogenic stage - embryonic stage - end of first trimester - fetal stage developmental stage: fertilization correct anwer- (day 0) an egg and sperm unite and produce a zygote developmental stage: blastogenic stage correct anwer- (day 1-14) a period of rapid cell division * day 14 an embryo is formed developmental stage: embryonic stage correct anwer- (week 2-8) the organ system develops - week 5 the heart begins to beat -week 8 the embryo is now known as fetus developmental stage: end of first trimester correct anwer- most organs are formed, and the fetus