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Define teratogen.
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An agent that produces a congenital defect.
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When are the critical periods for arms and legs development?
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Arms: 27-30 days
Legs: 30-33 days |
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When is the fetus most vulnerable?
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From 15-60 days after conception, during the time of organogenesis
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After 60 days, what kind of defects occur?
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Functional defects and minor abnormalities
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Why is alcohol a problem with fetuses?
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Alcohol passes the placenta freely
Fetus has reduced capacity to eliminate alcohol Affects all fetal organ systems |
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What are the diagnostic criteria of fetal alcohol syndrome?
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Dysmorphic facial features
Prenatal or postnatal growth deficits CNS abnormalities |
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What is the other name for accutane?
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Isoretinoin
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What can ACEI's cause during pregnancy?
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Fetal/neonatal renal failure
Pulmonary hypoplasia Stillbirth |
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What seizure medicine can cause birth defects? What do you do about this?
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Dilantin
Maternal seizures pose a greater risk to pregnancy than medication, so patients should not discontinue medication. |
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What are some drugs for which benefits might outweigh risks?
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Antidepressants, Antipsychotics
AEDs Steroids (autoimmune) Antihypertensives Anesthetic agents (postponing surgery) |
