Which Statement Given to Expectant Parents Is FALSE

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which statement given to expectant parents is FALSE?

• A)The fetus is more vulnerable to teratogens than is the embryo.
• B)There is no medical consensus as to a "safe" amount of alcohol consumption for pregnant women.
• C)Prenatal exposure to second-hand smoke can result in deficits in learning and attention.
• D)Pregnant women should avoid eating fish containing large amounts of mercury.

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Definitions:

Diastolic Reading

The lower value in a blood pressure measurement, representing the pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats.

Dizzy Spells

Temporary episodes of dizziness or lightheadedness that can result from a variety of causes, including dehydration, blood pressure fluctuations, or inner ear problems.

Capillary Refill Time

The time taken for color to return to an external capillary bed after pressure is applied, used as a quick test to assess circulatory status.

Pupil Reactivity

The change in pupil size in response to light, which is a critical measure in assessing neurological function.