Perfil nutricional de gestantes de alto risco atendidas em um centro materno infantil

Abstract

The objective of this study was to identify and analyze the nutritional profile of pregnant women at high risk. The study has sectional quantitative character, were included pregnant women treated at the outpatient clinic of risk in the municipality of Santa Cruz do Sul/RS, we used a questionnaire to detect risks in pregnancy, nutritional aspects and socioeconomic and a food frequency questionnaire, in addition to the anthropometric data. Were evaluated 42 pregnant women, of which 71% were in excess weight and 4.8% thinness. The gestational risk index found was 59.5% (n=25) with a gestational risk, 28.6% (n=12) two risks and 11.9% (n=5) three or more risks. In the analysis of food frequency the beans, rice, milk and red meat should be highlighted, in addition to the artificial juice, soda, coffee and sugar. The power supply is an essential tool in pregnancy to adequate nutrition is essential, you must consume food in variety, quality and quantity, considering its recommendations.