Many Congenital Neurologic Abnormalities Can Be Prevented by the Mother

question 15

Multiple Choice

Many congenital neurologic abnormalities can be prevented by the mother taking ________ before conception and during early pregnancy.

• A)folic acid
• B)vitamin B12
• C)niacin
• D)iron
• E)vitamin D

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Definitions:

Extinction

In psychology, extinction is the process by which a conditioned response decreases or disappears after repeated presentations without the unconditioned stimulus.

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that increases the probability of a behavior being repeated by providing a rewarding outcome.

Punishment

A consequence that follows an undesirable behavior, with the intent of reducing or eliminating that behavior.

Reinforcers

Stimuli, events, or conditions that increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.