What Are Some of the Common Consequences to a Child

question 57

Multiple Choice

What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked while pregnant?

• A) increased birth weight and lethargy
• B) lower birth weight and short stature
• C) severe hearing loss and heart defects
• D) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms

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Definitions:

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting attention, heart rate, and other physiological functions.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that is believed to play a key role in maintaining mood balance.

Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act, leading to feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.

Tranquilizers

Drugs commonly prescribed for patients who complain of unhappiness, anxiety, or worry.