What are some factors that can affect growth rate during and after pregnancy?
What will be an ideal response?
Factors that can affect growth rate during and after pregnancy include the intrauterine environment, particularly the adequacy of the placenta in delivering nutrients; the presence of toxins such as viruses, alcohol, or maternal medications; the depletion of a needed nutrient, such as iron or folic acid; and fetal-origin errors in cell migration or formation of organs, whether or not a cause is known.
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A) sickle cell anemia B) phenylketonuria C) anaphylaxis D) edema
The corn tortilla is not typically found in Central America.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Of the foods listed, the best source of phosphorus is _____
a. tofu b. chicken c. noodles d. cheese e. spinach
A child known to be allergic to peanuts who begins to show signs such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the tongue, and severe abdominal discomfort is most likely in immediate need of a life-saving injection of
a. cortisone. b. serotonin. c. epinephrine. d. acetylcholine. e. histamine.