Describe the stages of prenatal development

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Prenatal Development (Chapter 2)

Describe the 3 stages of prenatal development: what marks the beginning and the end of each stage, what are the main events that occur during each stage?

How common are infertility, miscarriage, and ectopic pregnancies?

When does human "behavior" (the generalized withdrawal reflex) first appear?

What structures develop from the ectoderm, the mesoderm, and the endoderm?

What are the principles of growth during prenatal development?

Teratogens

Define teratogen.

During which period of prenatal development is the baby most vulnerable to teratogens?

Exposure to teratogens has different effects during different periods of prenatal development-what type of effects do they typically cause in each of the 3 periods?

Which system of the body is vulnerable to teratogens over the longest period of time during prenatal development?

Briefly discuss the teratogenic effects of sexually transmitted diseases, other diseases, OTC medications, prescription medications, smoking, caffeine, illicit drugs and environmental hazards.

How can transmission of HIV/AIDS from mother to baby be avoided?

Do doctors typically warn young women about the dangers of taking medications during pregnancy?

Describe the 3 levels of the effects of maternal alcohol use during pregnancy.

Describe the relationship between the mother's age and pregnancy complications.

How much weight should women gain during a pregnancy?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method used for prenatal diagnosis?

Labor & Birth / Birth Complications

Briefly describe the normal process of labor and birth.

List five medical interventions in the birth processes and the purpose and risks of each.

Briefly discuss LBW and VLBW.

Why did the number of multiple births (twins, triplets, etc.) increase dramatically between 1990 and 2000?

What is the cause of death for most preterm babies?

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