Exam 3: Prenatal Development

Tamika says that she is currently in the longest period of her pregnancy. Tamika's pregnancy is in the ________ period.

Which of the following is/are LEAST likely to pass through the placental wall?

Folic acid, a B-complex vitamin, is important in preventing

When a blood test was performed on Cindy's fetus, the doctors found some of Cindy's red blood cells in the fetus's circulatory system. We know that this

Julia has eaten a lot of shark, swordfish, and king mackerel during her pregnancy because eating fish is often recommended as part of a healthy diet. What are the risks this may pose to her child?

Jennifer has developed gestational diabetes during her pregnancy. What are the risks this condition poses to her child?

Learning and memory difficulties in later childhood are most closely linked to which teratogen?

The germinal period is approximately ________ long.

Juan was born with defective vision and diminished auditory abilities. Most likely, Juan's problems came from defects in the formation of the

Harry was born with defects in the excretory system and the reproductive system. Most likely, Harry's problems came from defects in the formation of the

When do the germinal and embryonic periods occur?

Irregular breathing movements begin occurring in the fetus by the end of the ________ month.

The circulatory system develops from the

The Rh factor can result in a risk to a child if

Which of the following occurs during the embryonic period of prenatal development?

Exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (secondhand smoke) increases the risk of

Which of the following is TRUE regarding teratogens?

Scenario: Janise, who is African American, is living in the inner city and is pregnant with her second child. She supports herself by working two part-time jobs. Food stamps supplement her living allowance. Neither of her employers offers coverage for prenatal care because of her part-time status. What are the risks to her baby? How might things be different if Janise were living in, say, Norway?

Fertilization usually occurs in the

Rachel lost her job, found out that her husband is cheating on her, and lost her only brother to an automobile accident during the first seven months of her first pregnancy. What are the possible consequences of these events on her child?