Question 1

The _____ consists of a group of tissues in which small blood vessels from the mother and offspring intertwine,but do not connect.

Accepted Answer

A)   amnion
B)   placenta
C)   embryo
D)   umbilical cordE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Identify the life-support systems of the embryo,where a group of disk-shaped tissues and small blood vessels from the mother and the offspring intertwine.

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Question 3

The structure that contains two arteries and one vein,and connects the developing embryo to the mother's body,is called the _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   amnion
B)   placenta
C)   embryo
D)   umbilical cordE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 4

Identify the inner layer of cells that develops during the germinal period.These cells later develop into the embryo.

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Question 5

Implantation,the attachment of the zygote to the uterine wall,takes place about _____ days after conception.

Accepted Answer

A)   6 to 8
B)   8 to 10
C)   11 to 15
D)   14 to 16E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Identify the period of prenatal development that occurs two to eight weeks after conception.During this time,the rate of cell differentiation intensifies,support systems for the cells form,and organs appear.

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Question 7

The blastocyst is composed of an inner layer of cells that develops during the germinal period and that will finally develop into the _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   embryo
B)   placenta
C)   umbilical cord
D)   gameteE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 8

The birth process occurs in _____ stages.

Accepted Answer

A)   three
B)   two
C)   four
D)   fiveE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Which of the following maternal diseases carries the risk of delivering very large infants,weighing 10 pounds or more?

Accepted Answer

A)   Genital herpes
B)   AIDS
C)   Gestational diabetes
D)   SyphilisE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Bronwyn is interested in using non-medical techniques to assist her in dealing with pain during childbirth.Based on the text and class discussion,what are the two best options available to her and why?

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Question 11

Which of the following is the U.S.Surgeon General's recommendation regarding alcohol intake during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is wise to consume alcohol in moderation at the time of conception.
B)   One or two servings of beer or wine a few days a week can have positive effects on the fetus.
C)   No alcohol should be consumed during pregnancy.
D)   One or two servings of hard liquor a few days a week can have positive effects on the fetus.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Alicia is pregnant and is a heavy smoker.Which of the following risks does her baby face?

Accepted Answer

A)   Facial and limb deformities
B)   Sudden infant death syndrome
C)   Cleft palate
D)   Tremors and increased general irritabilityE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Veronica is one week from her due date when her doctor tells her that the baby hasn't turned yet,meaning he is in the _____.

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Question 14

A strategy that can help to prevent neural tube defects is for women to take:

Accepted Answer

A)   food rich in vitamin C.
B)   adequate amounts of the vitamin B folic acid.
C)   medication for diabetes.
D)   food that is not contaminated with mercury.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

The attachment of the blastocyst to the uterine wall begins the _____ period of prenatal development.

Accepted Answer

A)   germinal
B)   embryonic
C)   fetal
D)   zygoticE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Michael and Jessica are having their first child,and have told their physician they would like a rooming-in arrangement.This means that:

Accepted Answer

A)   Michael can stay overnight in Jessica's room.
B)   Jessica's hospital room will be more like a nursery.
C)   Jessica's baby will stay in her room.
D)   Jessica will stay in the hospital for the first two months after pregnancy.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Tammy is pregnant with her first child.She tells you that she loves swordfish and has it for dinner two or three times a week.Based on current research,what advice should you give Tammy about her diet?

Accepted Answer

A)   Swordfish is a great source of protein and she should continue to consume it.
B)   Swordfish is not as good for her as king mackerel; she should try to eat more mackerel.
C)   Swordfish is not recommended for pregnant women because it can contain high levels of mercury.
D)   Swordfish is a good part of her diet,but Tammy should also eat other large fish that contain omega-3 fatty acids.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The _____ provides an environment that is temperature and humidity controlled,as well as shockproof.

Accepted Answer

A)   placental wall
B)   pericardial fluid
C)   umbilical cord
D)   amniotic fluidE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

The Apgar Scale is a method used to assess the health of newborns.A score of 3 would indicate:

Accepted Answer

A)   that the newborn's condition is good.
B)   that there may be some developmental difficulties.
C)   an emergency because the baby's survival is in doubt.
D)   that the evaluator has not made a proper reading.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 20

The _____ consists of an inner mass of cells that eventually develops into an embryo.

Accepted Answer

A)   trophoblast
B)   blastocyst
C)   endoblast
D)   cytocystE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 3: Prenatal Development and Birth

Alicia is pregnant and is a heavy smoker.Which of the following risks does her baby face?

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The attachment of the blastocyst to the uterine wall begins the _____ period of prenatal development.

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The birth process occurs in _____ stages.

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The structure that contains two arteries and one vein,and connects the developing embryo to the mother's body,is called the _____.

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The _____ consists of an inner mass of cells that eventually develops into an embryo.

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The _____ consists of a group of tissues in which small blood vessels from the mother and offspring intertwine,but do not connect.

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Identify the life-support systems of the embryo,where a group of disk-shaped tissues and small blood vessels from the mother and the offspring intertwine.

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Tammy is pregnant with her first child.She tells you that she loves swordfish and has it for dinner two or three times a week.Based on current research,what advice should you give Tammy about her diet?

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The Apgar Scale is a method used to assess the health of newborns.A score of 3 would indicate:

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Bronwyn is interested in using non-medical techniques to assist her in dealing with pain during childbirth.Based on the text and class discussion,what are the two best options available to her and why?

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Michael and Jessica are having their first child,and have told their physician they would like a rooming-in arrangement.This means that:

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The blastocyst is composed of an inner layer of cells that develops during the germinal period and that will finally develop into the _____.

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Identify the period of prenatal development that occurs two to eight weeks after conception.During this time,the rate of cell differentiation intensifies,support systems for the cells form,and organs appear.

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Which of the following is the U.S.Surgeon General's recommendation regarding alcohol intake during pregnancy?

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Veronica is one week from her due date when her doctor tells her that the baby hasn't turned yet,meaning he is in the _____.

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Which of the following maternal diseases carries the risk of delivering very large infants,weighing 10 pounds or more?

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The _____ provides an environment that is temperature and humidity controlled,as well as shockproof.

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A strategy that can help to prevent neural tube defects is for women to take:

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Implantation,the attachment of the zygote to the uterine wall,takes place about _____ days after conception.

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Identify the inner layer of cells that develops during the germinal period.These cells later develop into the embryo.

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