Which of the Following Is NOT Accurate Regarding Studies of the Placental

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT accurate regarding studies of the placental barrier?

• A) Cigarette smoke weakens fetal membranes.
• B) Cortisol, a stress hormone, can cross from mother to her developing baby.
• C) Most bacteria can pass from mother to her developing baby.
• D) Ethanol from mother's alcohol use can pass to her developing baby.

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