Question

which consequence can occur if a mother uses drugs during pregnancy?
○ allergies
○ high birth weight
○ longer term pregnancy
○ sudden infant death syndrome

Explanation:

• Allergies are typically related to immune responses to allergens and not directly caused by maternal drug use during pregnancy.
• Maternal drug use during pregnancy is more likely to lead to low birth weight, not high birth weight.
• Drug use during pregnancy is associated with complications that can lead to preterm birth or other issues, not a longer - term pregnancy.
• Maternal drug use during pregnancy is a risk factor for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Substances used by the mother can affect the infant's development and physiological functions, increasing the risk of SIDS.

Answer:

D. sudden infant death syndrome