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acc299

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The major advantage of chorionic villus sampling (CVS) over amniocentesis is that it
 
  a. Is not an invasive procedure
  b. Does not require hospitalization
  c. Has less risk of spontaneous abortion
  d. Is performed earlier in pregnancy

Question 2

Which vitamins or minerals can lead to congenital malformations of the fetus if taken in excess by the mother?
 
  a. Zinc
  b. Vitamin D
  c. Folic acid
  d. Vitamin A


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leannegxo

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A It is an invasive procedure.
B The woman does have to be in a hospital setting for the fetus and her to be
properly assessed during and after the procedure.
C The risk of an abortion is at the same level for both procedures.
D CVS is performed between 10 and 13 weeks of gestation, providing earlier
results than amniocentesis.

Answer to Question 2

D

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A Zinc is vital to good maternity and fetal health but is highly unlikely to be con-sumed in excess.
B Vitamin D is vital to good maternity and fetal health but is highly unlikely to be consumed in excess.
C Folic acid is vital to good maternity and fetal health but is highly unlikely to be consumed in excess.
D Vitamin A taken in excess causes a number of problems. An analog of vitamin A appears in prescribed acne medications, which must not be taken during pregnancy.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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