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What is the only 100% preventable cause of mental retardation?
What is the only 100% preventable cause of mental retardation?
- Alcohol consumption during pregnancy
- Chromosome abnormalities
- Down Syndrome
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) (correct)
What is the recommended safe level of alcohol consumption for pregnant women?
What is the recommended safe level of alcohol consumption for pregnant women?
- ZERO (correct)
- One glass a day
- Three glasses a day
- Two glasses a day
Which facial features are associated with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?
Which facial features are associated with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?
- Wide-set eyes, smaller nose, lower down, thin upper lip (correct)
- Asymmetrical eyes, pointed nose, high bridge, full upper lip
- Narrow-set eyes, medium-sized nose, average position, normal upper lip
- Close-set eyes, larger nose, higher up, thick upper lip
What causes Down Syndrome?
What causes Down Syndrome?
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What is a risk factor for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?
What is a risk factor for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?
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What is a characteristic symptom of Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)?
What is a characteristic symptom of Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)?
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What ethical issue is raised regarding genetic testing for Down Syndrome?
What ethical issue is raised regarding genetic testing for Down Syndrome?
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What is a potential consequence of genetic design according to the text?
What is a potential consequence of genetic design according to the text?
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