Description
Overview
Nature vs. nurture is an important and controversial topic in human development. It is necessary to understand the key themes and the role it plays in real life. After considering the material from this module, think about prenatal development and environmental factors. Use the information you have learned from the module as you respond to the scenario.
Instructions
Consider the following scenario. Respond to all of the questions in 300–350 words using APA (7th ed.) formatting, where appropriate. Provide a response to all of the questions listed and include supporting evidence based on information from this module or other relevant sources.
Scenario
You are a nurse at an outpatient clinic. You overhear your teenage patient talking to her friend on the phone saying that prenatal care is a waste of time for a mother who is young and healthy.
Questions
What can you tell your patient about prenatal care in teenage mothers and about infant mortality in the United States? Your answer should include something about:
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Spina bifida (folic acid)
Which prenatal development stage do you think is the most sensitive time for gestation? What happens during that stage, and why is it important?
What other behaviors of the mother may affect the health of a child before, or very early in, pregnancy? Include some of the following in your answer: exercise, diet, drug use, and smoking.
Due
Post is due Sunday, by 11:59 p.m.
Submission and Assessment Guidelines
Submit your responses.
Your response needs to be between 300–350 words and address all questions.
Follow APA formatting guidelines for resource citations, formatting, and references. Review the APA Information page for helpful tips.
Review the Assignment Rubric for grading criteria.
This activity is worth 20 points.
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