Regarding Teratogens, Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 571

Multiple Choice

Regarding teratogens, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A)It is impossible for alcohol and drugs to be transmitted from mother to fetus since no direct intermixing of blood takes place between a mother and her unborn child.
• B)Although no direct intermixing of blood occurs, some substances, like drugs, do reach the fetus.
• C)A fetus may be exposed to drugs, but it cannot become addicted.
• D)Pregnant women rarely have any direct control over teratogens.

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