What Would You Tell Your Girlfriend Who Is Wondering About

question 9

Multiple Choice

What would you tell your girlfriend who is wondering about taking vitamins during her pregnancy?

• A) They rarely cause damage to a developing fetus.
• B) They are as dangerous as heroin and methadone.
• C) They should be taken in the dosage directed by a doctor.
• D) They are most effective when taken in higher dosages than are used when one is NOT pregnant.

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Definitions:

Maternal Drinking

The consumption of alcohol by a pregnant woman, which can lead to various developmental disorders and health issues in the fetus, including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).

Binge Drinking

Excessive consumption of alcohol in a short period, often leading to immediate and severe intoxication.

Perinatal Factor

Variables or conditions around the time of birth that can influence the health outcomes of the newborn or the mother.