Author Question: What control do you think society should have over a pregnant woman to protect the fetus? What ... (Read 134 times)

K@

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 608
What control do you think society should have over a pregnant woman to protect the fetus? What rights does the mother have? What rights does the fetus have? Be specific in your answer.
 
  What will be an ideal response

Question 2

In her eighth week of pregnancy, Belinda has contracted a severe illness that had to be treated with antibiotics like streptomycin and tetracycline. She is very concerned that these medications may affect her developing embryo.
 
  What parts of the body were undergoing
  critical development at that time? What harm could the antibiotics do? How could you apply
  risk analysis to Belinda's situation?
 
  What will be an ideal response



EAN94

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 307
Answer to Question 1

Students should demonstrate an understanding of the chemicals that can cross the
placenta and harm the prenatal child. Answers should deal primarily with the
obligation, if any, that society has to the unborn child and also the rights of the
mother to determine her own life.

Answer to Question 2

In the eighth week of pregnancy, the embryo's ears, eyes, heart, and sex organs are
undergoing critical development. Antibiotics introduced at this point could cause
deafness and staining of the tooth enamel. Applying risk analysis, at this point
Belinda's doctor should prescribe the lowest possible dose for the shortest amount
of time to treat her illness.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

In most climates, 8 to 10 glasses of water per day is recommended for adults. The best indicator for adequate fluid intake is frequent, clear urination.

Did you know?

Pope Sylvester II tried to introduce Arabic numbers into Europe between the years 999 and 1003, but their use did not catch on for a few more centuries, and Roman numerals continued to be the primary number system.

Did you know?

You should not take more than 1,000 mg of vitamin E per day. Doses above this amount increase the risk of bleeding problems that can lead to a stroke.

Did you know?

Though “Krazy Glue” or “Super Glue” has the ability to seal small wounds, it is not recommended for this purpose since it contains many substances that should not enter the body through the skin, and may be harmful.

Did you know?

Asthma occurs in one in 11 children and in one in 12 adults. African Americans and Latinos have a higher risk for developing asthma than other groups.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library