Which Statement Correctly Describes Preconception Health Care

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly describes preconception health care?

• A) Preconception health care is concerned with the health and nutrition status of females only.
• B) The psychological needs of pregnant females are not addressed as part of the preconception health care.
• C) Fetal health and development is not a concern of preconception health care.
• D) Preconception health care may include topics such as vaccinations, weight status, and dietary intake.
• E) Preconception health care advises couples about the most effective contraceptive methods to use.

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Definitions:

Body Weight

The total mass of an organism, typically measured to assess health and nutritional status.

Nutritional Recommendations

Guidelines suggested by health professionals on the types and amounts of food to consume for optimal health.

Nutrition

The process by which living organisms obtain and utilize food and nutrients for energy, growth, and maintenance.

Metabolic Processes

A series of chemical reactions in a living organism that enable it to maintain life, involving the production and utilization of energy.