Which Statement About Prenatal Rubella Is True

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which statement about prenatal rubella is true?

• A) The greatest damage occurs when rubella strikes during the fetal period.
• B) The organ damage inflicted by prenatal rubella can lead to lifelong health problems.
• C) Routine vaccination has made new rubella outbreaks extremely rare worldwide.
• D) Infection during the embryonic period is less harmful than during other prenatal periods.

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