21 Questions
What is the role of Teratology?
To study the causes of birth defects
Why is folic acid recommended during pregnancy?
For the development of the nervous system
Which factor can lead to fetal growth restriction and low birth weight?
Maternal malnutrition
What effect can certain drugs have on babies born to drug-addicted mothers?
Higher likelihood of preterm labor
Which symptoms are associated with Neonate Abstinence Syndrome?
Tremors and difficulty regulating the body
How do certain environmental agents interfere with prenatal development?
By causing interference with normal development
During which prenatal stage does Organogenesis occur?
Embryonic Period
What is the purpose of the amniotic sac during prenatal development?
To protect and enclose the developing embryo
Which prenatal diagnostic test carries a small risk of limb deformity?
Chorionic Villus Sampling
What is the period between conception and birth known as?
Gestation
Which layer of cells becomes the outer layers of skin, nails, hair, teeth, sensory organs, and the nervous system?
Ectoderm
When does the Fetal Period begin in prenatal development?
At 8 weeks of gestational age
What is a potential risk associated with fetal exposure to low levels of environmental toxins?
Asthma and allergies
Which factor is NOT mentioned as potentially affecting the quality of sperm that could lead to birth defects?
Proper nutrition
What is a possible consequence of a pregnant woman being exposed to X-rays?
Triple the risk of having low-birth weight babies
Which statement is true about the APGAR scale used to assess newborn health?
A score of 9-10 indicates immediate emergency
What is one common condition faced by preterm babies?
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Which factor is NOT associated with low birth weight infants?
Maternal age
What is one potential risk of cesarean delivery mentioned in the text?
Damage to pelvic organs
Which method aims to reduce a mother's pain during childbirth by decreasing her fear?
Bradley Method
'Kangaroo Care' involves skin-to-skin contact for what purpose?
To help stabilize the preterm's heartbeat, temp, and breathing
Learn about the impact of maternal smoking, alcohol consumption, caffeine intake, and infections like rubella on fetal development. Understand the risks of low birth weight, miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth defects associated with these factors.
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