Pregnancy - JSS3 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 2
Which hormone is commonly detected in pregnancy tests to confirm pregnancy?
estrogen
progesterone
human chorionic gonadotropin
testosterone
What is the term for the period of time after childbirth when the mothers body returns to its pre-pregnancy state?
prenatal period
postpartum period
menstrual cycle
gestation period
What is the medical tern for severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy?
heartburn
morning sickness
gestational diabetes
hyperemesis gravidarum
What is the purpose of prenatal vitamins during pregnancy?
to prevent miscarriage
to increase the risk of birth defects
to ensure adequate intake of essential nutrients
to induce labor
What is the term for a pregnancy loss that occurs before the 20th week of gestation?
miscarriage
stillbirth
ectopic pregnancy
abortion
What isn’t meant to be done by a pregnant woman?
resting
do a little exercise
carry heavy things
eating proper diets
What could lead to miscarriage?
eating proper diet
drinking alcohol
drinking water
resting a lot
What is the term for the release of milk from the breasts after childbirth?
lactation
conception
ovulation
menstruation