Question 1

Ophelia's obstetrician has asked her to limit her consumption of fresh swordfish during her pregnancy. What substances is her doctor concerned with?

Accepted Answer

A)  mercury and PCBs 
B)  arsenic and lead 
C)  cadmium and gases 
D)  solvents and PCBs 
E)  feces and cadmium 
A)  mercury and PCBs 
B)  arsenic and lead 
C)  cadmium and gases 
D)  solvents and PCBs 
E)  feces and cadmium

Question 2

Comparison of poor and middle-class mothers indicates that poor mothers

Accepted Answer

A)  are less likely to have stillborn infants. 
B)  are more likely to have their first pregnancy later in life. 
C)  are less likely to be immunized against such diseases as rubella. 
D)  are more likely to seek early prenatal care. 
E)  are less likely to have more than one or two pregnancies. 
A)  are less likely to have stillborn infants. 
B)  are more likely to have their first pregnancy later in life. 
C)  are less likely to be immunized against such diseases as rubella. 
D)  are more likely to seek early prenatal care. 
E)  are less likely to have more than one or two pregnancies.

Question 3

The rapid development of neurons between the 10th and 18th week of gestation is called __________ .

Accepted Answer

neuronal p

Question 4

Which sex-chromosome anomaly is paired with its correct label or characteristics?

Accepted Answer

A)  XXY - Turner's syndrome 
B)  XYY - unusually tall, with mild retardation 
C)  XXX - Klinefelter's syndrome 
D)  XO - male with slow physical development 
E)  YY - fragile X 
A)  XXY - Turner's syndrome 
B)  XYY - unusually tall, with mild retardation 
C)  XXX - Klinefelter's syndrome 
D)  XO - male with slow physical development 
E)  YY - fragile X

Question 5

During prenatal development, the presence of testosterone is

Accepted Answer

A)  equally important for the development of both male and female genitalia. 
B)  important in female development in the last three months. 
C)  is minimal in both males and females. 
D)  the masculinizing factor in prenatal development. 
E)  a cause of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. 
A)  equally important for the development of both male and female genitalia. 
B)  important in female development in the last three months. 
C)  is minimal in both males and females. 
D)  the masculinizing factor in prenatal development. 
E)  a cause of congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

Question 6

Helen's daughter has PKU. Which of the following is most likely to be true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Helen is African American. 
B)  Her daughter cannot drink milk. 
C)  The disorder was discovered when her daughter was in her teens. 
D)  She was exposed to a teratogen while pregnant. 
E)  Helen was over 40 when she gave birth. 
A)  Helen is African American. 
B)  Her daughter cannot drink milk. 
C)  The disorder was discovered when her daughter was in her teens. 
D)  She was exposed to a teratogen while pregnant. 
E)  Helen was over 40 when she gave birth.

Question 7

Because identical twins develop from the same original fertilized __________ , they have identical __________ heritages.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because identical twins develop from the same...

Question 8

The tiny space between neurons which allows neuronal communication is the

Accepted Answer

A)  terminal fiber. 
B)  dendrite. 
C)  synapse. 
D)  axon. 
E)  neurotransmitter. 
A)  terminal fiber. 
B)  dendrite. 
C)  synapse. 
D)  axon. 
E)  neurotransmitter.

Question 9

Coarse hair, nearsightedness, and dimples are all __________ traits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Coarse hair, nearsightedness, and dimples are all...

Question 10

The cells that hold together and give form to the structures of the nervous system are called

Accepted Answer

A)  axons. 
B)  dendrites. 
C)  glial cells. 
D)  nerve cells. 
E)  soma. 
A)  axons. 
B)  dendrites. 
C)  glial cells. 
D)  nerve cells. 
E)  soma.

Question 11

Duane and Jeanine are African American. A genetic counselor would most likely test them for

Accepted Answer

A)  sickle cell disease. 
B)  PKU. 
C)  cystic fibrosis. 
D)  Tay Sachs. 
E)  Huntinton's disease. 
A)  sickle cell disease. 
B)  PKU. 
C)  cystic fibrosis. 
D)  Tay Sachs. 
E)  Huntinton's disease.

Question 12

The great majority of neurons are apparently formed

Accepted Answer

A)  by two years after birth. 
B)  at birth. 
C)  in the third trimester of pregnancy. 
D)  between 10 and 18 weeks into gestation. 
E)  at conception. 
A)  by two years after birth. 
B)  at birth. 
C)  in the third trimester of pregnancy. 
D)  between 10 and 18 weeks into gestation. 
E)  at conception.

Question 13

Research on prenatal development suggests that the fetus can distinguish between familiar and novel stimuli by the

Accepted Answer

A)  end of germinal period. 
B)  end of the embryonic period. 
C)  20th week of prenatal development. 
D)  32nd or 33rd week prenatally. 
E)  the first month after birth. 
A)  end of germinal period. 
B)  end of the embryonic period. 
C)  20th week of prenatal development. 
D)  32nd or 33rd week prenatally. 
E)  the first month after birth.

Question 14

After watching the video clip on drug-free deliveries, explain the process of hypnobirthing. Using critical thinking, give an educated, informed opinion of this process.

Accepted Answer

Key concepts: - no scientific data to ba

Question 15

Consuela has just become pregnant. Which of the following vitamins in large doses can cause malformation of the ears, face, and heart?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin A 
B)  vitamin B 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  vitamin D 
E)  vitamin E 
A)  vitamin A 
B)  vitamin B 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  vitamin D 
E)  vitamin E

Question 16

CMV is now thought to be the single most prevalent cause of both congenital __________ and __________ .

Accepted Answer

mental ret

Question 17

In order for conception to occur, the sperm must reach the ovum by traveling from the ________ to the ________ where fertilization takes place.

Accepted Answer

A)  vagina; fallopian tube 
B)  uterus; vagina 
C)  fallopian tube; cervix 
D)  uterus; cervix 
E)  cervix; vagina 
A)  vagina; fallopian tube 
B)  uterus; vagina 
C)  fallopian tube; cervix 
D)  uterus; cervix 
E)  cervix; vagina

Question 18

Which of the following disorders is usually fatal in the first three years of life?

Accepted Answer

A)  PKU 
B)  cystic fibrosis 
C)  muscular dystrophy 
D)  Tay Sachs 
E)  Huntington's disease 
A)  PKU 
B)  cystic fibrosis 
C)  muscular dystrophy 
D)  Tay Sachs 
E)  Huntington's disease

Question 19

The mass of cells that attaches itself to the wall of the uterus about two weeks after conception is called a(n) ________ and has about ________ cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  umbilical cord; 36 
B)  placenta; 36 
C)  blastocyst; 150 
D)  autosome; 150 
E)  chorion; 3 
A)  umbilical cord; 36 
B)  placenta; 36 
C)  blastocyst; 150 
D)  autosome; 150 
E)  chorion; 3

Question 20

What would be the most accurate thing for a physician to tell a woman about drinking alcohol during her pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  "It is okay to have one or two drinks a week." 
B)  "It is okay to drink moderate amounts." 
C)  "Don't drink at all during the first three months of your pregnancy." 
D)  "Don't drink at all during the entire pregnancy." 
E)  "Limit drinking to one drink a day." 
A)  "It is okay to have one or two drinks a week." 
B)  "It is okay to drink moderate amounts." 
C)  "Don't drink at all during the first three months of your pregnancy." 
D)  "Don't drink at all during the entire pregnancy." 
E)  "Limit drinking to one drink a day."

Ophelia's obstetrician has asked her to limit her consumption of fresh swordfish during her pregnancy. What substances is her doctor concerned with?

Comparison of poor and middle-class mothers indicates that poor mothers

The rapid development of neurons between the 10th and 18th week of gestation is called __________ .

Which sex-chromosome anomaly is paired with its correct label or characteristics?

During prenatal development, the presence of testosterone is

Helen's daughter has PKU. Which of the following is most likely to be true?

Because identical twins develop from the same original fertilized , they have identical heritages.

The tiny space between neurons which allows neuronal communication is the

Coarse hair, nearsightedness, and dimples are all __________ traits.

The cells that hold together and give form to the structures of the nervous system are called

Duane and Jeanine are African American. A genetic counselor would most likely test them for

The great majority of neurons are apparently formed

Research on prenatal development suggests that the fetus can distinguish between familiar and novel stimuli by the

After watching the video clip on drug-free deliveries, explain the process of hypnobirthing. Using critical thinking, give an educated, informed opinion of this process.

Consuela has just become pregnant. Which of the following vitamins in large doses can cause malformation of the ears, face, and heart?

CMV is now thought to be the single most prevalent cause of both congenital and .

In order for conception to occur, the sperm must reach the ovum by traveling from the to the where fertilization takes place.

Which of the following disorders is usually fatal in the first three years of life?

The mass of cells that attaches itself to the wall of the uterus about two weeks after conception is called a(n) and has about cells.

What would be the most accurate thing for a physician to tell a woman about drinking alcohol during her pregnancy?

Basic Issues in the Study of Development

Birth and Early Infancy

Physical Development

Perceptual Development

Cognitive Development I: Structure and Process

Cognitive Development Ii: Individual Differences in Cognitive Abilities

The Development of Language

Personality Development: Alternative Views

Concepts of Self, Gender, and Sex Roles

The Development of Social Relationships

Thinking About Relationships: Social-Cognitive and Moral Development

The Ecology of Development: the Child Within the Family System

Beyond the Family: the Impact of the Broader Culture

Atypical Development

Putting It All Together: The Developing Child

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Exam 2: Prenatal Development

Ophelia's obstetrician has asked her to limit her consumption of fresh swordfish during her pregnancy. What substances is her doctor concerned with?

Comparison of poor and middle-class mothers indicates that poor mothers

The rapid development of neurons between the 10th and 18th week of gestation is called __________ .

Which sex-chromosome anomaly is paired with its correct label or characteristics?

During prenatal development, the presence of testosterone is

Helen's daughter has PKU. Which of the following is most likely to be true?

Because identical twins develop from the same original fertilized __________ , they have identical __________ heritages.

The tiny space between neurons which allows neuronal communication is the

Coarse hair, nearsightedness, and dimples are all __________ traits.

The cells that hold together and give form to the structures of the nervous system are called

Duane and Jeanine are African American. A genetic counselor would most likely test them for

The great majority of neurons are apparently formed

Research on prenatal development suggests that the fetus can distinguish between familiar and novel stimuli by the

After watching the video clip on drug-free deliveries, explain the process of hypnobirthing. Using critical thinking, give an educated, informed opinion of this process.

Consuela has just become pregnant. Which of the following vitamins in large doses can cause malformation of the ears, face, and heart?

CMV is now thought to be the single most prevalent cause of both congenital __________ and __________ .

In order for conception to occur, the sperm must reach the ovum by traveling from the ________ to the ________ where fertilization takes place.

Which of the following disorders is usually fatal in the first three years of life?

The mass of cells that attaches itself to the wall of the uterus about two weeks after conception is called a(n) ________ and has about ________ cells.

What would be the most accurate thing for a physician to tell a woman about drinking alcohol during her pregnancy?

Basic Issues in the Study of Development

Birth and Early Infancy

Physical Development

Perceptual Development

Cognitive Development I: Structure and Process

Cognitive Development Ii: Individual Differences in Cognitive Abilities

The Development of Language

Personality Development: Alternative Views

Concepts of Self, Gender, and Sex Roles

The Development of Social Relationships

Thinking About Relationships: Social-Cognitive and Moral Development

The Ecology of Development: the Child Within the Family System

Beyond the Family: the Impact of the Broader Culture

Atypical Development

Putting It All Together: The Developing Child

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Because identical twins develop from the same original fertilized , they have identical heritages.

CMV is now thought to be the single most prevalent cause of both congenital and .

In order for conception to occur, the sperm must reach the ovum by traveling from the to the where fertilization takes place.

The mass of cells that attaches itself to the wall of the uterus about two weeks after conception is called a(n) and has about cells.