Thadius is a medical student who is undergoing some training in pediatrics.Today,he is visiting the neonatal intensive care unit with his advisor,and as an informal test,he is asked to identify what teratogen a specific baby was exposed to.The baby they're looking at has a cleft lip,was born premature,and has a very low birth weight.What teratogen most likely caused these symptoms?
A) heroin
B) marijuana
C) alcohol
D) tobacco

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Tobacco exposure during pregnancy is associated with a range of adverse outcomes, including premature birth, low birth weight, and an increased risk of cleft lip and palate in the newborn. These symptoms align with the effects of tobacco exposure, distinguishing it from the other listed teratogens.

Thadius Is a Medical Student Who Is Undergoing Some Training