When Mark and Jill Had Their First Child, They Had

question 62

Multiple Choice

When Mark and Jill had their first child, they had different reactions to parenthood. If their adjustment is typical of most new parents, you would expect that Mark would react to becoming a father by:

• A) giving priority to his parenting and family roles
• B) intensifying his work efforts to become a better provider
• C) ignoring his parenting responsibilities and spending more time with his male friends
• D) assuming the majority of household and childcare responsibilities

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Definitions:

Gastrointestinal Tract

The series of hollow organs extending from the mouth to the anus, through which food is digested, nutrients are absorbed, and waste is expelled.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine, immediately following the stomach, where initial digestion of food occurs.

Ileum

The third and final section of the small intestine, where the absorption of nutrients and minerals mainly occurs.

Very Liquid Stool

Diarrhea, a condition in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form.