Nutrition & Pregnancy

In this lesson we will discuss the reasons adequate nutrition during pregnancy is important and define healthy diet for the pregnant client. We will explore nutrition-related issues, and the priority nursing interventions.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:

1. Define nutrition during pregnancy, including 3-4 important nutrients.
2. Describe 3-4 factors that affect nutrition during pregnancy.
3. Describe expected weight during pregnancy.
4. Identify the priority nursing intervention for pregnant clients.