Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing
Gloria Leifer
EIGHTH EDITION
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Chapter 15: An Overview of Growth, Development, and Nutrition
How much additional caloric intake is recommended for lactating mothers compared to their nonpregnant diet?
Lactating mothers are recommended to consume about 500 additional calories per day compared to their nonpregnant diet.
What are the major goals of prenatal care as outlined in the chapter?
The major goals of prenatal care include promoting the health of the mother, fetus, newborn, and family; ensuring a safe birth by promoting good health habits and reducing risk factors; teaching health habits for continuation after pregnancy; educating in self-care; developing a partnership with parents for continuous care; providing physical care; and preparing parents for parenthood responsibilities.
What are the three basic stages of prenatal development as described in the chapter?
The three basic stages of prenatal development are the zygote, embryo, and fetus stages.
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