A common effect of both smoking and cocaine use on the pregnant woman is:
a. Vasoconstriction.
b. Increased appetite.
c. Changes in insulin metabolism.
d. Increased metabolism.
A
Both smoking and cocaine use cause vasoconstriction, which results in impaired placental blood flow to the fetus.
Smoking and cocaine use do not increase appetite, change insulin metabolism, or increase metabolism.
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