Which of the Following May Be Associated with Anencephaly and a Higher

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may be associated with anencephaly and a higher risk of ectopic pregnancies?

• A)cigarette smoking during pregnancy
• B)irradiation during pregnancy
• C)alcohol consumption during pregnancy
• D)contracting hepatitis B during pregnancy
• E)contracting human papilloma virus during pregnancy

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Definitions:

Cranial Cavity

The space within the skull that houses the brain, lined by the meninges and protective in function.

Thigh

The area of the human leg between the hip and the knee.

Knee

A complex hinge joint that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), allowing for flexion, extension, and limited rotation of the leg.

Serous Membrane

A thin, double-layered membrane that covers internal organs and body cavities, producing a lubricating serous fluid to reduce friction.