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D2AR0N · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Some of the factors that contribute to low birthweight and prematurity include low socioeconomic status, poor nutrition, and teratogens that increase the risk of having a smaller and preterm infant.

Develop a profile of a mother who is at risk for having a
low-birthweight infant, and offer suggestions about how she might reduce the risk.

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question 2

Define the term behavioral teratogens, and offer several consequences of exposure to behavioral teratogens during pregnancy.

What will be an ideal response

alexanderhamilton · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Students should describe a woman of low socioeconomic status without access to
good nutrition and prenatal care, who smokes, drinks, and has had a short interval
between children. Risks can be reduced by avoidance of drugs, good nutrition, and
good prenatal care beginning as soon as pregnancy is confirmed.

Answer to Question 2

Behavioral teratogens are substances and conditions that increase the risk of harm
to the brain. Consequences of exposure to behavioral teratogens include
hyperactivity, learning disabilities, and antisocial behavior.