Developing organs and body systems are highly susceptible to teratogens, which can cause major abnormalities. These teratogens usually fall into one of three categories: (Select all that apply.)

Hormonal imbalances

Chemicals

Environmental

Emotional stress

Infections

Physical trauma

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,E

A. Hormonal imbalances – Incorrect; while maternal hormones can impact fetal growth, they are not classified as teratogens.

B. Chemicals – Correct; drugs, alcohol, and toxins (e.g., thalidomide, lead, mercury) can cause birth defects.

C. Environmental – Correct; radiation and pollutants can affect fetal development.

D. Emotional stress – Incorrect; while stress affects pregnancy outcomes, it is not classified as a teratogen.

E. Infections – Correct; infections such as rubella, toxoplasmosis, and syphilis can cause severe congenital abnormalities.

F. Physical trauma – Incorrect; trauma can harm the fetus but is not a teratogen.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C"]

Explanation

A. "I am going to listen to your tic tock." – Correct; using child-friendly language helps reduce fear and anxiety.

B. "Can I listen to how you are breathing?" – Incorrect; although polite, it does not make the procedure less intimidating for a toddler.

C. "I am going to take your blood pressure now with a big hug." – Correct; describing the blood pressure cuff as a hug makes the procedure less scary.

D. "Can you stand very still while I feel how warm you are?" – Incorrect; this is not developmentally appropriate, as toddlers may not understand instructions well.

A. G2 T1 P1 A1 LO B. G2 TO P1 A1 L1 C. G3 TO P1 A1 L1 D. G3 TO P1 A1 LO

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. G2 T1 P1 A1 L0 – Incorrect; does not include the current pregnancy.

B. G2 T0 P1 A1 L1 – Incorrect; does not include current pregnancy and incorrectly counts a living child.

C. G3 T0 P1 A1 L1 – Incorrect; incorrectly counts a living child.

D. G3 T0 P1 A1 L0 – Correct; accurately represents her pregnancy history.

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Correct Answer is D

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