Which of the Following Mothers Is at the Greatest Risk

question 120

Multiple Choice

Which of the following mothers is at the greatest risk for having a Down syndrome child?

• A) Claudia, who is 18
• B) Zoe, who is 25
• C) Barb, whose husband works with pesticides
• D) Glendora, who is very active in sports
• E) Marian, who is 30

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Definitions:

Consciously

In a way that involves awareness of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, etc.

Unconsciously

The process or condition of affecting or being influenced by something without conscious awareness or intent.

Korsakoff Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder caused by severe deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1), most often associated with alcoholism.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many essential functions, including hormone release, regulation of body temperature, and maintenance of daily physiological cycles.