Prenatal Dev. and Birth Chap 2

Question 1

Name facts during the period of the embryo (3- weeks)

Answer 1

-Formation of body structures and internal organs
-The embryo rests in the amniotic sac
The umbilical cord joins the embryo to the placenta

Question 2

Name facts during the period of the fetus (the final prenatal phase) (9-38)

Answer 2

• genital organs develop in the 3rd month
• by 6 months fetus’ show changes in heart rate due to physiological stress
• All regions of the brain grow, especially the cerebral cortex at this point

Question 3

What is age of viability

Answer 3

The age at which the fetus has a chance of survival (22-23 wks 20% chance, 28 wks 90% chance of survival)

Question 4

what are characteristics of FASD

Answer 4

Physical problems such as heart issues and abnormal facial development,.
Psychological problems such as attentional, cognitive, and behavioural problems

Question 5

What is the Apgar score?

Answer 5

A measure created to evaluate a newborn babies condition. With ratings between 0-2, a newborn with a score of 7 or more indicates they are healthy

Question 6

What is the NBAS Scale?

Answer 6

The neonatal behavioural assessment scale (NBAS) assess autonomic and motor functions, alertness and ability to interact with people

Question 7

What are the four primary states of newborns

Answer 7

1. alert inactivity
2. waking activity
3. crying
4. sleeping