A Boy Is Brought to the Nursery Shortly After Birth

question 517

Multiple Choice

A boy is brought to the nursery shortly after birth.  The patient was born at term to a 36-year-old primigravid mother via spontaneous vaginal delivery following a pregnancy complicated by chronic hypertension.  Her only prenatal care was at 10 weeks gestation in the emergency department and was due to vaginal discharge and spotting.  Ultrasound confirmed a 10-week intrauterine gestation.  The mother was diagnosed with Chlamydia trachomatis and treated with azithromycin.  The infant was born vigorous with Apgar scores of 7 and 9 at 1 and 5 minutes, respectively.  The patient's measurements are charted below, and the examination is otherwise unremarkable. Which of the following is the most likely cause of this patient's findings?

• A)Congenital infection
• B)Inaccurate pregnancy dating
• C)Normal growth
• D)Teratogenic drug exposure
• E)Uteroplacental insufficiency

Understand the importance of ethical and responsible communication with an audience.

Comprehend the necessity to determine the purpose of communication.

Recognize the importance of a "you attitude" in messages to foster effective communication.

Understand different channels of communication and factors influencing channel choice.

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Definitions:

Sociological Imagination

The capacity to see the personal and historical forces that shape our lives, understanding the link between personal experiences and the wider society.

Quality of Mind

The ability to observe societal patterns and understand personal experiences in the light of broader social processes.

University Student

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Canadian Sociology

A subsection of sociology that focuses on studying societal issues, patterns, and dynamics within the context of Canada.