Inequalities And Women's Health

Question 1

What effect does socioeconomic deprivation have on the life of a baby/unborn child?

Answer 1

Increased risk of :
preterm delivery
Low birth weight
SGA
Perinatal mortality and morbidity
SIDS
Consequent ill adult health
Reduced life expectancy

Question 2

Breast feeding is especially indicated for what mothers?

Answer 2

Mothers from a low socioeconomic background

Question 3

Drug and alcohol problems are incompatible with adequate parenting. T/F?

Answer 3

False these are a risk factor for inadequate parenting but are not incompatible with adequate parenting