To Reduce the Risk of a Variety of Birth Defects

question 133

Multiple Choice

To reduce the risk of a variety of birth defects such as spinal cord abnormalities, the U.S. government recommends that a woman should consume a minimum of 400 mcg of folic acid per day if she is:

• A) trying to conceive a child.
• B) in her first trimester of pregnancy.
• C) in her second or third trimester of pregnancy.
• D) of childbearing age, regardless of whether she is pregnant or trying to conceive.

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Definitions:

Culture Bound

A phenomenon or condition that is perceived and understood within the context of a specific culture.

Menopausal Transition

The phase leading up to menopause where a woman experiences changes in her menstrual cycle and symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings due to fluctuating hormone levels.

Menopausal Syndrome

A range of symptoms experienced by women due to the decrease of hormone production before or after menopause.

Metabolic Changes

Alterations in the body's metabolism, which can affect how the body converts food into energy, potentially leading to various health issues.