Question 1

The ______ becomes the digestive system, liver, lungs, pancreas, salivary glands, and respiratory system.

Accepted Answer

A)  placenta 
B)  ectoderm 
C)  endoderm 
D)  mesoderm 
A)  placenta 
B)  ectoderm 
C)  endoderm 
D)  mesoderm

Question 2

Dr. Li conducts research with adult stem cells. These cells are used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  increase the success rates of in vitro fertilization. 
B)  repair the tissues in which they are found. 
C)  treat lung and stomach cancers. 
D)  generate embryonic stem cells. 
A)  increase the success rates of in vitro fertilization. 
B)  repair the tissues in which they are found. 
C)  treat lung and stomach cancers. 
D)  generate embryonic stem cells.

Question 3

Globally, _____ accounts for 30 to 50% of HIV transmission in newborns.

Accepted Answer

A)  cesarean delivery 
B)  breast-feeding 
C)  lack of immunization 
D)  mother-infant contact after birth 
A)  cesarean delivery 
B)  breast-feeding 
C)  lack of immunization 
D)  mother-infant contact after birth

Question 4

Young infants seem to have a special need for REM sleep because they spend little time in the active alert state in which they get stimulation from the environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Marty's mother drank during her pregnancy. She often consumed a beer in the evenings, followed by an occasional glass of wine. Marty is shorter and lighter than his peers, he has a below-average head circumference, and has difficulty attending to directions. Marty most likely has:

Accepted Answer

A)  fetal alcohol syndrome. 
B)  alcohol-induced dwarfism. 
C)  partial fetal alcohol syndrome. 
D)  cerebral palsy. 
A)  fetal alcohol syndrome. 
B)  alcohol-induced dwarfism. 
C)  partial fetal alcohol syndrome. 
D)  cerebral palsy.

Question 6

Which of the following has reduced mother-to-child HIV transmission during childbirth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cesarean delivery 
B)  Vaginal delivery 
C)  Antibiotics during delivery 
D)  Water birth 
A)  Cesarean delivery 
B)  Vaginal delivery 
C)  Antibiotics during delivery 
D)  Water birth

Question 7

Preterm babies are:

Accepted Answer

A)  born at least 3 months prior to their due date. 
B)  born before their due date. 
C)  almost full term but have experienced slow growth. 
D)  smaller than expected for their gestational age. 
A)  born at least 3 months prior to their due date. 
B)  born before their due date. 
C)  almost full term but have experienced slow growth. 
D)  smaller than expected for their gestational age.

Question 8

The _______ provides a quick and easy overall assessment of the baby's immediate health.

Accepted Answer

A)  NBAS 
B)  Apgar Scale 
C)  WISC-V 
D)  Bayley Infant Scales 
A)  NBAS 
B)  Apgar Scale 
C)  WISC-V 
D)  Bayley Infant Scales

Question 9

Which of the following statements about teratogens is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  During the last few months of pregnancy, teratogens have minimal impact on the fetus. 
B)  Teratogens always result in observable birth defects, such as facial or limb deformities. 
C)  The effects of exposure to drugs or alcohol are universal and primarily influenced by genetic factors. 
D)  Different teratogens can cause the same birth defect, and a variety of birth defects can result from the same teratogen. 
A)  During the last few months of pregnancy, teratogens have minimal impact on the fetus. 
B)  Teratogens always result in observable birth defects, such as facial or limb deformities. 
C)  The effects of exposure to drugs or alcohol are universal and primarily influenced by genetic factors. 
D)  Different teratogens can cause the same birth defect, and a variety of birth defects can result from the same teratogen.

Question 10

Which U.S. state is the only one to specifically criminalize drug use during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Illinois 
B)  New Jersey 
C)  North Dakota 
D)  Tennessee 
A)  Illinois 
B)  New Jersey 
C)  North Dakota 
D)  Tennessee

Question 11

Preterm babies tend to have more serious developmental problems than small-for-date babies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Both caffeine and aspirin are linked to low birth weight, neurological disorders, and behavioral problems in childhood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In a typical day, newborn Jerico will move in and out of ____ states or levels of arousal.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 
B)  6 
C)  8 
D)  10 
A)  4 
B)  6 
C)  8 
D)  10

Question 14

About 30 hours after conception, the zygote splits and:

Accepted Answer

A)  forms three embryos. 
B)  then reconnects. 
C)  forms two identical cells. 
D)  attaches to different parts of the uterus. 
A)  forms three embryos. 
B)  then reconnects. 
C)  forms two identical cells. 
D)  attaches to different parts of the uterus.

Question 15

Newborn Mirella was born at 38 weeks gestation. However, she only weighed 3.5 pounds at birth. Mirella would be classified as:

Accepted Answer

A)  preterm. 
B)  extremely low birth weight. 
C)  small for date. 
D)  having Down syndrome. 
A)  preterm. 
B)  extremely low birth weight. 
C)  small for date. 
D)  having Down syndrome.

Question 16

Which of the following babies is at greatest risk for serious health problems?

Accepted Answer

A)  Morgan, who was born preterm 
B)  Vinnie, who was born small for date 
C)  Troy, who weighed 5.5 pounds at birth 
D)  Flynn, who was born at 35 weeks gestation 
A)  Morgan, who was born preterm 
B)  Vinnie, who was born small for date 
C)  Troy, who weighed 5.5 pounds at birth 
D)  Flynn, who was born at 35 weeks gestation

Question 17

The most rapid stage of prenatal development occurs during the ______ period.

Accepted Answer

A)  germinal 
B)  embryonic 
C)  fetal 
D)  neonatal 
A)  germinal 
B)  embryonic 
C)  fetal 
D)  neonatal

Question 18

Tia, who is pregnant with her fourth child, recently separated from her husband. She is currently taking care of three children under the age of 7, working two part-time jobs, and is experiencing significant financial hardship. What are the risks of chronic stress on the developing fetus? What can Tia do to minimize the risk of stress on pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Chronic and severe stress during pregnan

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of how stress influences prenatal development in indirect ways?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excessive stress can cause spontaneous miscarriage. 
B)  Maternal stress increases the production of stress hormones in the fetus. 
C)  Stress weakens the immune system, making the mother and fetus more susceptible to disease. 
D)  Stress can lead to neural tube defects and anoxia. 
A)  Excessive stress can cause spontaneous miscarriage. 
B)  Maternal stress increases the production of stress hormones in the fetus. 
C)  Stress weakens the immune system, making the mother and fetus more susceptible to disease. 
D)  Stress can lead to neural tube defects and anoxia.

Question 20

In the presence of an ovum, sperm become hyperactivated, they swim more vigorously, and the sperm's head releases enzymes to help it penetrate the protective layers of the ovum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The ______ becomes the digestive system, liver, lungs, pancreas, salivary glands, and respiratory system.

Dr. Li conducts research with adult stem cells. These cells are used to:

Globally, _____ accounts for 30 to 50% of HIV transmission in newborns.

Young infants seem to have a special need for REM sleep because they spend little time in the active alert state in which they get stimulation from the environment.

Marty's mother drank during her pregnancy. She often consumed a beer in the evenings, followed by an occasional glass of wine. Marty is shorter and lighter than his peers, he has a below-average head circumference, and has difficulty attending to directions. Marty most likely has:

Which of the following has reduced mother-to-child HIV transmission during childbirth?

Preterm babies are:

The _______ provides a quick and easy overall assessment of the baby's immediate health.

Which of the following statements about teratogens is true?

Which U.S. state is the only one to specifically criminalize drug use during pregnancy?

Preterm babies tend to have more serious developmental problems than small-for-date babies.

Both caffeine and aspirin are linked to low birth weight, neurological disorders, and behavioral problems in childhood.

In a typical day, newborn Jerico will move in and out of ____ states or levels of arousal.

About 30 hours after conception, the zygote splits and:

Newborn Mirella was born at 38 weeks gestation. However, she only weighed 3.5 pounds at birth. Mirella would be classified as:

Which of the following babies is at greatest risk for serious health problems?

The most rapid stage of prenatal development occurs during the ______ period.

Which of the following is an example of how stress influences prenatal development in indirect ways?

In the presence of an ovum, sperm become hyperactivated, they swim more vigorously, and the sperm's head releases enzymes to help it penetrate the protective layers of the ovum.

Understanding Human Development: Approaches and Theories

Biological and Environmental Foundations

Physical Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Cognitive Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Socioemotional Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Childhood

Socioemotional Development in Early Childhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood

Socioemotional Development in Middle Childhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence

Socioemotional Development in Adolescence

Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood and the End of Life

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Exam 3: The Prenatal Period, Birth, and the Newborn

The ______ becomes the digestive system, liver, lungs, pancreas, salivary glands, and respiratory system.

Dr. Li conducts research with adult stem cells. These cells are used to:

Globally, _____ accounts for 30 to 50% of HIV transmission in newborns.

Young infants seem to have a special need for REM sleep because they spend little time in the active alert state in which they get stimulation from the environment.

Marty's mother drank during her pregnancy. She often consumed a beer in the evenings, followed by an occasional glass of wine. Marty is shorter and lighter than his peers, he has a below-average head circumference, and has difficulty attending to directions. Marty most likely has:

Which of the following has reduced mother-to-child HIV transmission during childbirth?

Preterm babies are:

The _______ provides a quick and easy overall assessment of the baby's immediate health.

Which of the following statements about teratogens is true?

Which U.S. state is the only one to specifically criminalize drug use during pregnancy?

Preterm babies tend to have more serious developmental problems than small-for-date babies.

Both caffeine and aspirin are linked to low birth weight, neurological disorders, and behavioral problems in childhood.

In a typical day, newborn Jerico will move in and out of ____ states or levels of arousal.

About 30 hours after conception, the zygote splits and:

Newborn Mirella was born at 38 weeks gestation. However, she only weighed 3.5 pounds at birth. Mirella would be classified as:

Which of the following babies is at greatest risk for serious health problems?

The most rapid stage of prenatal development occurs during the ______ period.

Which of the following is an example of how stress influences prenatal development in indirect ways?

In the presence of an ovum, sperm become hyperactivated, they swim more vigorously, and the sperm's head releases enzymes to help it penetrate the protective layers of the ovum.

Understanding Human Development: Approaches and Theories

Biological and Environmental Foundations

Physical Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Cognitive Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Socioemotional Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Childhood

Socioemotional Development in Early Childhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood

Socioemotional Development in Middle Childhood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence

Socioemotional Development in Adolescence

Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood

Physical and Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood

Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood and the End of Life

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