Impact of Pregnancy on Women

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During which period of fetal development does organogenesis occur?

Embryonic period (correct)
Germinal period
Fetal period
Second Trimester

At what point in prenatal development do sex hormones start influencing brain development?

Around the 12th week (correct)
Between weeks 1-2
During the germinal period
During the second trimester

What triggers the birth process at the end of the third trimester?

Maturation of sensory receptors in the fetus
Hormones produced by the fetal brain (correct)
Placenta formation
Fetal growth to 7.5 pounds

Which type of twins are always of the same sex and highly similar in physical appearance?

Monozygotic twins (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of exposure to teratogens during pregnancy?

Malformations in the fetus (D) Signup and view all the answers

What defines a preterm infant?

Born before completion of 38 weeks of gestation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some physical changes that can become a source of stress for a pregnant woman?

Nausea and fatigue (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can prenatal depression affect the pregnant woman?

Emotional distress and challenges (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that can affect the fetus during pregnancy?

Increased maternal age (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do changes in roles and social status affect pregnant women?

Change in family dynamics and social roles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of lower levels of responsiveness at birth for infants?

Risk of respiratory distress syndrome (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can drug use impact the fetus during pregnancy?

Increased risk of birth defects and health issues (C) Signup and view all the answers

During the germinal period of fetal development, what process occurs?

Implantation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical level achieved by the fetus by 32 weeks of gestation?

Neurological maturation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic difference between boys and girls in prenatal development?

Boys have slightly faster skeletal development (D) Signup and view all the answers

What causes low birth weight in infants?

Being born before 38 weeks of gestation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which period of fetal development marks the completion of organogenesis?

Embryonic period (D) Signup and view all the answers

At what point in fetal development do sex hormones start influencing brain differences?

Around the 12th week (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can the impact of pregnancy on a woman's body image and sense of well-being be described?

Negative changes in body image and decreased sense of well-being (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are some physical changes during pregnancy that can become a source of stress for women?

Indigestion, tiredness, and worrying about the baby's health (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does prenatal depression differ from postpartum depression?

Prenatal depression occurs before birth while postpartum depression occurs after birth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential impact of poverty on the fetus during pregnancy?

Increased risk of physical abnormalities (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the mother's age influence the fetus during pregnancy?

Younger mothers have a higher risk of complications (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the fetus during pregnancy according to the text?

Vitamin supplementation (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do changes in emotional state during pregnancy vary?

Emotions can range from anxiety and depression to excitement and hopefulness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What cultural differences are mentioned regarding the impact of pregnancy on a woman?

"Mother/father" transitioning to "grandmother/grandfather" varies across cultures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reaction from families towards pregnant women according to the text?

Great concern and care (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way in which drug use can negatively affect the fetus during pregnancy?

Increased risk of developmental delays (C) Signup and view all the answers