Toxic Substances Such as Alcohol and Nicotine That Cross the Placenta

question 382

Multiple Choice

Toxic substances such as alcohol and nicotine that cross the placenta and may result in birth defects are called __________.

• A) neuroleptics
• B) teratogens
• C) pathogens
• D) antigens

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Definitions:

Decompensation

A failure of the body's compensatory mechanisms to maintain functional stability, leading to worsening symptoms or the development of disease states.

Prefix

A set of letters that is added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning or create a new word.

Both

Referring to two specified or implied subjects together.

Flowing Backward

The act or process of moving in the opposite direction of the typical flow, often referring to fluids.