Question

which are consequences of smoking while pregnant? select three options. sids stillbirth painful delivery birth defects large birth weight

Explanation:

• SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) risk is increased by maternal smoking during pregnancy.
• Stillbirth (fetal death before delivery) is a known consequence of smoking while pregnant due to reduced oxygen and nutrients to the fetus.
• Birth defects can occur as smoking affects fetal development, disrupting normal growth processes.
• Painful delivery is not directly linked to smoking in pregnancy, and smoking is associated with low (not large) birth weight.

Answer:

A. SIDS, B. stillbirth, D. birth defects