Medical Nutrition Therapy for Various Disease States Practice Test

Preventing pregnancy-induced hypertension centers on timely prenatal care and prudent nutrition. Regular prenatal visits allow monitoring blood pressure, weight gain, and fetal development, enabling early detection and management of risk factors. A healthy diet that provides adequate protein supports maternal tissue expansion and placental function, while sufficient calcium intake helps regulate vascular tone and can lower the risk of hypertensive complications, especially in populations with low calcium intake. While regular exercise during pregnancy is beneficial for overall cardiovascular health, the combination of ongoing prenatal care and proper nutrition is the key preventive approach emphasized here. A low-sodium diet is not a standard preventive measure for PIH, and avoiding prenatal care would clearly increase risk.