A Pregnant Friend Is Concerned That She May Have Been

question 177

Multiple Choice

A pregnant friend is concerned that she may have been exposed to harmful pesticides. Which statement reflects what you would tell her?

• A) She should relax because pesticide exposure will not harm an embryo or fetus.
• B) The amount of the substance and the time during the pregnancy when she was exposed will determine the impact.
• C) There is a very good chance that her baby will be physically and cognitively impacted by the exposure.
• D) Pesticides are most harmful just before birth.

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