Biological Factor Flashcards
1
Q
Biological factors
A
The mothers lifestyle during pregnancy can affect the health of the unborn
- poor diet
- alcohol use
- drug use
- smoking
2
Q
Effects on developing child
A
Effects of poor lifestyle choices in pregnancy
- low birth weight
- premature birth
- long term health problems
- leaning disabilities
3
Q
Maternal infections
A
Infections such as rubella and cytomegalovirus can be passed to the baby in the womb
- health problems
- congenital defects
- still birth
- miscarriage
4
Q
Foetal alcohol syndrome
A
This syndrome is caused by exposure to alcohol in the womb
- small head circumference
- abnormal problems
- developmental delay
- facial abnormalities
