Amie continued to drink heavily after work throughout her pregnancy. Her daughter, now 4 years old, has physical abnormalities, including an underdeveloped jaw and thin upper lip, and cognitive and behavioral problems. She most likely has
A) Down syndrome.
B) fetal alcohol syndrome.
C) hydrocephalus.
D) spina bifida.

Question

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Fetal alcohol syndrome is caused by alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, leading to a range of effects including physical abnormalities, cognitive impairments, and behavioral problems, which matches the description given.

Amie Continued to Drink Heavily After Work Throughout Her Pregnancy