Which of the Following Occurs as a Result of Gestational

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs as a result of gestational diabetes?

• A) The mother has a reduced risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes after giving birth.
• B) The growth of the fetus is limited.
• C) Changing hormone levels reduce metabolic stress.
• D) There is a higher risk of birth-related complications.

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Definitions:

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Infections that are primarily spread through sexual contact; they can also be transmitted through non-sexual means.

Parasites

Organisms that live on or within another host organism, deriving nutrients at the host's expense and often causing harm.

Bacteria

Microscopic, single-celled organisms found almost everywhere on Earth, some of which are beneficial, while others can cause diseases.

Mother-to-child Infections

Infectious diseases transmitted from a mother to her fetus or newborn during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.