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Human Development Across the Lifespan Cover Image
Human Development Across the Lifespan, 5/e
John S. Dacey, Boston College
John F. Travers, Boston College

Beginnings
Pregnancy and Brith

True False Quiz



1

DES (diethylstilbestrol) use by women during pregnancy increases the risk of vaginal and cervical cancer in daughters.
A)True
B)False
2

Maternal smoking can cause intra uterine growth retardation, making the fetus more vulnerable to respiratory problems, and lowering resistance to infection.
A)True
B)False
3

Maternal nutrition should include additional intake of protein, iron, calcium, fiber, and folic acid, to promote healthy fetal development.
A)True
B)False
4

Postpartum depression is common after birth and should be treated with antidepressant medications.
A)True
B)False
5

Cultural differences vary minimally in the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods.
A)True
B)False