Prior to the Twentieth Week of Pregnancy, the Unexpected Death

question 2

Multiple Choice

Prior to the twentieth week of pregnancy, the unexpected death and delivery of the embryo or fetus is known as:

• A) developmental arrest.
• B) miscarriage.
• C) blastocyst.
• D) sudden infant death syndrome.

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Definitions:

Efficacy

The ability to produce a desired or intended result.

Erikson

A developmental psychologist known for his theory on the psychosocial development of humans, highlighting eight stages that span from infancy to adulthood.

Autonomy

The ability to make a knowledgeable, voluntary choice on one's own.

Shame and Doubt

A stage in Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory where toddlers learn to exert autonomy, facing challenges of doubt and shame.