Newborn Effects
True or false: Poor feeding can be seen in a newborn with FAS
True
True or false: Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy do not tend to have lower education than those who do not drink
False
True or false: A diagnosis of FAS can impact parent-newborn bonding
True
Name two facial features that can be seen in someone with FAS
- Short palpebral fissure
- Flat philtrum
- Thin upper lip
- Flat midface
- Microcephaly
What are 2 contributing factors to alcohol use during pregnancy?
- Higher rates of pre-pregnancy drinking
- Low socioeconomic status
- Reduced access to perinatal services
What is one spiritual factor to take into consideration when caring for a mother with a child diagnosed with FAS?
- Relationship with God
- Coping strategies
Name three cognitive problems that can occur with FAS
- Increased irritability, abnormal muscle tone, tremors, and a weak grasp
- Poor feeding, inconsolable
- As the child develops, problems with speech, language, decision making, vision, and motor control can occur
True or false: Maternal alcohol use needs to be confirmed for the diagnosis of FAS
False
Why is early diagnosis of FAS important?
-Can allow for interventions that may prevent secondary problems in the future
-Misclassification can lead to inappropriate patient care and increased risk of secondary problems in the future
-Impact future research and the allocation of resources to vulnerable populations.
What part of the fetal brain does alcohol have a higher affinity for?
Grey matter
What is 1 factor that can contribute to a poor developmental environment for a pregnant woman?
- Stress
- Abuse
- Neglect
What are 2 specific resources to assist families of children with FAS?
- The Provincial Outreach Program
- Tummy Talks
- Families in Recovery Program