Teratogens
What is a teratogen?
an agent or factor which causes malformation of an embryo
what is the most common substance used during pregnancy?
nicotine
what is the most commonly affected population?
low-income and middle-class countries
List 2 at least affects of drinking or using drugs during pregnancy?
miscarriage, stillbirth, and lifelong physical, mental, and intellectual disabilities
what percent smoke cigs during pregnancy?
15.9%
What is one of the top 3 state in the U.S. affected by drinking during pregnancy?
Wisconsin, Washington D.C., or North Dakota
what are the names of the 3 disorders caused by consumption of alcohol?
Fetal alcohol syndrome, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, and SIDS
what percent of the population drinks alcohol during pregnancy?
8.5%
What is the country with the lowest reported consumption of alcohol during pregnancy?
Norway (4.1%)
At what time do teratogens have the ability to affect the fetus
10-14 days
How many pounds is considered to be a low birth weight baby?
What is the country with the reported highest amount of alcohol consumption during pregnancy?
United Kingdom (28.5%)
When can teratogens be crucial towards a fetus's organs?
3.5 to 4.5 weeks
How many offspring are exposed to alcohol?
550,000
What is the age range of the population being looked at of reported alcohol use during pregnancy in the U.S.?
18-44 years old