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Prenatal Development Flashcards

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A woman discovers she is pregnant and starts prenatal vitamins to support fetal development. Which nutrient is particularly important in the early weeks of pregnancy to reduce the risk of neural tube defects?

a) Vitamin D
b) Iron
c) Folic acid
d) Calcium

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Answer: c) Folic acid

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A baby begins to develop a heartbeat at what stage of prenatal development?

a) Germinal
b) Embryonic
c) Fetal
d) Neonatal

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Answer: b) Embryonic

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When a fertilized egg attaches to the uterine wall, it marks the beginning of which stage of prenatal development?

a) Germinal
b) Embryonic
c) Fetal
d) Postnatal

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Answer: a) Germinal

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At around 9 weeks of gestation, the fetus can be seen sucking its thumb. Which stage of prenatal development is this part of?

a) Germinal
b) Embryonic
c) Fetal
d) Neonatal

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Answer: c) Fetal

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During which stage of pregnancy are the major organs, such as the heart and brain, forming?

a) Germinal
b) Embryonic
c) Fetal
d) Neonatal

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Answer: b) Embryonic

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A pregnant woman who has smoked throughout her pregnancy is at higher risk of delivering a baby with which of the following conditions?

a) Down syndrome
b) Low birth weight
c) Cystic fibrosis
d) Autism

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Answer: b) Low birth weight

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In the early stages of pregnancy, what is the term for the fluid-filled sac that surrounds and cushions the developing fetus?

a) Amniotic sac
b) Placenta
c) Uterus
d) Umbilical cord

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Answer: a) Amniotic sac

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At what point in pregnancy does the fetus begin to develop reflexes such as swallowing and sucking?

a) First trimester
b) Second trimester
c) Third trimester
d) Postnatal

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Answer: b) Second trimester

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Which of the following is a teratogen that could lead to birth defects in a developing fetus?

a) Prenatal vitamins
b) Caffeine
c) Alcohol
d) Folic acid

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Answer: c) Alcohol

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A pregnant woman is advised to limit her caffeine intake. This is due to the potential impact on the fetus’s:

a) Circulatory system
b) Nervous system
c) Immune system
d) Respiratory system

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Answer: b) Nervous system

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If a mother contracts rubella early in pregnancy, it could result in serious birth defects. Rubella is an example of:

a) Genetic abnormality
b) A viral infection
c) A teratogen
d) A maternal health disorder

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Answer: c) A teratogen

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A baby is born prematurely at 28 weeks gestation and has difficulty breathing on its own. This is likely due to underdevelopment of which organ?

a) Brain
b) Lungs
c) Heart
d) Liver

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Answer: b) Lungs

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During the fetal stage, the baby gains weight and begins to prepare for life outside the womb. This is also when the:

a) Placenta forms
b) Brain undergoes rapid development
c) Heart begins to beat
d) Gender is determined

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Answer: b) Brain undergoes rapid development

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The prenatal period when major physical and neurological developments occur is most crucial during:

a) The first trimester
b) The second trimester
c) The third trimester
d) Labor

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Answer: a) The first trimester

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The umbilical cord connects the fetus to the placenta. Which of the following does the placenta do during prenatal development?

a) Stores genetic material
b) Filters out teratogens
c) Facilitates nutrient and oxygen exchange
d) Initiates labor

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Answer: c) Facilitates nutrient and oxygen exchange

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A pregnant woman who does not consume enough calcium may be at risk for which of the following complications?

a) Preterm birth
b) Bone development issues in the baby
c) Heart defects in the fetus
d) Early labor

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Answer: b) Bone development issues in the baby

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At which point in prenatal development do the eyes begin to form, and the fetus can respond to light?

a) Germinal stage
b) Embryonic stage
c) Fetal stage
d) Neonatal stage

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Answer: c) Fetal stage

18
Q

Which of the following best describes the process when the fertilized egg begins dividing and growing into a blastocyst?

a) Differentiation
b) Implantation
c) Gastrulation
d) Cleavage

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Answer: d) Cleavage

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The development of the neural tube, which eventually becomes the brain and spinal cord, occurs in which stage of prenatal development?

a) Germinal
b) Embryonic
c) Fetal
d) Neonatal

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Answer: b) Embryonic

20
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Which of the following can be a direct result of maternal stress during pregnancy?

a) Increased brain size in the baby
b) Premature birth and low birth weight
c) Enhanced cognitive development
d) Reduced likelihood of birth defects

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Answer: b) Premature birth and low birth weight

21
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Which of the following is NOT typically a part of prenatal care for a healthy pregnancy?

a) Regular ultrasounds
b) Monitoring maternal blood pressure
c) Refraining from physical activity
d) Nutritional counseling

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Answer: c) Refraining from physical activity

22
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During pregnancy, the release of certain hormones is essential for the development of which of the following?

a) The lungs
b) The nervous system
c) The cardiovascular system
d) The digestive system

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Answer: b) The nervous system

23
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A baby’s heart starts to beat at around 5 weeks gestation. This is the beginning of the development of the:

a) Nervous system
b) Cardiovascular system
c) Skeletal system
d) Immune system

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Answer: b) Cardiovascular system

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If a woman is exposed to high levels of stress hormones during pregnancy, it can negatively affect the fetus’s:

a) Cognitive development
b) Height and weight
c) Social behavior
d) Immune system

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Answer: a) Cognitive development

25
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Which of the following activities is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to the potential for harm to the fetus?

a) Swimming
b) Yoga
c) Smoking
d) Walking

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Answer: c) Smoking

26
Q

A baby born at 35 weeks gestation is likely to face issues with:

a) Cognitive processing
b) Weight gain
c) Respiratory development
d) Visual clarity

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Answer: c) Respiratory development

27
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What is the most important factor to consider when determining the impact of a teratogen on fetal development?

a) The timing of exposure
b) The size of the fetus
c) The health of the father
d) The mother’s age

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Answer: a) The timing of exposure

28
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The process where a fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus is called:

a) Implantation
b) Fertilization
c) Ovulation
d) Conception

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Answer: a) Implantation

29
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The major organs and body systems begin to develop most rapidly during which phase of prenatal development?

a) Germinal phase
b) Embryonic phase
c) Fetal phase
d) Neonatal phase

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Answer: b) Embryonic phase

30
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Which of the following is true about the fetal stage of development?

a) It is the shortest stage of prenatal development.
b) It involves major organ development and differentiation.
c) It involves rapid brain and sensory development.
d) It is marked by the formation of the blastocyst.

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Answer: c) It involves rapid brain and sensory development.

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