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mcmcdaniel

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Why do alcohol and illegal drugs endanger the fetus?
 
  a. Both are absorbed into the bloodstream.
  b. Both affect the mother.
  c. Both cross the placental barrier.
  d. Both increase the heart rate of the fetus.

Question 2

The nurse is observing a new mother interact with her infant. Which observation would indicate that bonding is occurring? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. The mother is making eye contact with the infant.
  b. The mother is sending the infant to the nursery for feedings.
  c. The mother is cuddling with the infant and napping.
  d. The mother is requesting that the mother-in-law change all diapers.
  e. The mother states that her favorite thing to do with her baby is to breastfeed.


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joewallace

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Alcohol and illicit drugs cross the placental barrier and affect the fetus.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
C, E


mcmcdaniel

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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