What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked cigarettes while pregnant?

A) increased birth weight and lethargy
B) lower birth weight and short stature
C) severe hearing loss and heart defects
D) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms

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Valentina Lopera · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Smoking during pregnancy can lead to a lower birth weight and growth restriction. It can also increase the risk of premature birth, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), behavioral issues, and respiratory problems in the child. However, options A, C, and D are not commonly observed consequences of maternal smoking during pregnancy.

What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked cigarettes while pregnant?

A) increased birth weight and lethargy
B) lower birth weight and short stature
C) severe hearing loss and heart defects
D) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms

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What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked cigarettes while pregnant?A) increased birth weight and lethargyB) lower birth weight and short statureC) severe hearing loss and heart defectsD) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms

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What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked cigarettes while pregnant?

A) increased birth weight and lethargy
B) lower birth weight and short stature
C) severe hearing loss and heart defects
D) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms