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Which of the following is the correct developmental sequence? |
| | A) | zygote, embryo, fetus |
| | B) | embryo, zygote, fetus |
| | C) | zygote, fetus, embryo |
| | D) | embryo, fetus, zygote |
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Differentiation of the developing organism into the ectoderm, the mesoderm, and the endoderm occurs during which stage? |
| | A) | fetus |
| | B) | zygote |
| | C) | embryo |
| | D) | conception |
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During the embryonic period, each of the following structures develops EXCEPT the |
| | A) | umbilical cord. |
| | B) | embryonic tendrils. |
| | C) | amniotic sac. |
| | D) | placenta. |
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Research suggests the greatest fetal damage from alcohol occurs during the |
| | A) | first trimester. |
| | B) | second trimester. |
| | C) | third trimester. |
| | D) | first weeks after conception. |
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The older the mother, the greater the risk for |
| | A) | chromosomal abnormalities. |
| | B) | toxemia. |
| | C) | spina bifida. |
| | D) | fetal alcohol syndrome. |
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The risk of spina bifida is associated with a pregnant mother's deficiency of |
| | A) | vitamin A. |
| | B) | vitamin C. |
| | C) | folic acid. |
| | D) | calcium. |
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Research conducted in Guatemala revealed that the presence of a doula during delivery resulted in |
| | A) | fewer labor medications. |
| | B) | reduced time in labor. |
| | C) | more intense infant-mother bonding. |
| | D) | less anxiety among the hospital staff. |
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The fetus is at greatest risk from the effects of rubella during the |
| | A) | first month of pregnancy. |
| | B) | fifth month of pregnancy. |
| | C) | second trimester of pregnancy. |
| | D) | third trimester of pregnancy. |
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Silver nitrate or penicillin is placed in the eyes of newborn infants to prevent infection that may be caused by the mother's |
| | A) | gonorrhea. |
| | B) | hypertension. |
| | C) | syphilis. |
| | D) | rubella. |
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The most widespread bacterial infection among sexually transmitted diseases is |
| | A) | genital herpes. |
| | B) | syphilis. |
| | C) | gonorrhea. |
| | D) | chlamydia. |
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Women who are infected with AIDS can reduce the risk of transmission to their unborn child by |
| | A) | continuing the use of drug therapy and having a caesarean delivery. |
| | B) | discontinuing their intravenous drug use. |
| | C) | obtaining a complete blood transfusion. |
| | D) | remaining in the hospital throughout their pregnancy. |
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Which function is NOT assessed by the Apgar scoring system? |
| | A) | respiratory effort |
| | B) | body color |
| | C) | vision |
| | D) | heart rate |
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Which of the following is TRUE of stimulation programs for premature infants? |
| | A) | Stimulated premature infants rarely respond to cuddling and stroking. |
| | B) | All premature babies benefit from additional stimulation. |
| | C) | Long-term positive effects are usually found. |
| | D) | Stimulation may involve tape-recorded heartbeats or rocking hammocks. |
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Research suggests the greatest negative impact of raising a premature baby may be on the relationship |
| | A) | between parents. |
| | B) | between mother and child. |
| | C) | between father and child. |
| | D) | among siblings. |
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According to the Kauai longitudinal study by Werner and his colleagues, the effects of adverse perinatal complications |
| | A) | usually get worse over time. |
| | B) | remain essentially the same over time. |
| | C) | often lessen in intensity or disappear with age. |
| | D) | are impossible to predict. |
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