Filomenia is a heroin addict who has just become pregnant.As her doctor,you can tell her that she
A)need not worry about her baby because the placenta filters out the harmful drug.
B)will have a baby who is addicted to heroin.
C)will have a baby who will later suffer from severe anemia.
D)will have a stillborn baby.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Heroin can pass through the placenta and reach the developing fetus, causing the baby to become addicted to the drug. This can lead to withdrawal symptoms in the newborn and other complications. It is important for Filomenia to seek medical help to manage her addiction during pregnancy to increase the chances of a healthy outcome for her baby.

Filomenia Is a Heroin Addict Who Has Just Become Pregnant