The nurse is instructing a pregnant patient to avoid ...

[Marty]

The nurse is instructing a pregnant patient to avoid environmental teratogens while pregnant. What types of teratogens should the nurse teach the patient to avoid? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Alcohol
  B) Ionizing radiation
  C) Second-hand smoke
  D) Household chemicals
  E) Over-the-counter medications

Question 2

A pregnant female expresses the desire to have a male child. How should the nurse explain the determination of the baby's sex to the patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) The female ovum contains a Y chromosome
  B) The male is responsible for sex determination
  C) Sex determination occurs at the time of fertilization
  D) Fertilization with a sperm that contains a Y chromosome will produce a male child
  E) A male child develops when the ovum unites with a sperm containing an X chromosome

[lou]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B, C, D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, D

[Marty]

Excellent

[cdmart10]

Gracias!