Asked by Kaleigh Graves on May 15, 2024

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Women who are too slender

A) have the healthiest infants.
B) are more likely to have infants who are obese.
C) risk having preterm deliveries and low-birth-weight babies.
D) should consume diets high in fat and sugar in order to gain weight during pregnancy.

Preterm Deliveries

Births that occur before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation, categorized as early, very early, or extremely early based on how many weeks premature the birth is.

Low-Birth-Weight

Refers to babies born with a weight of less than 2,500 grams (5 pounds, 8 ounces), often associated with higher risks of health issues.

  • Identify the effects of conditions like obesity and Rh incompatibility in pregnant women on the outcomes of their pregnancies.
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Kelshun CampbellMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Women who are too slender risk having preterm deliveries and low-birth-weight babies, as their bodies may not have enough reserves to support optimal fetal growth.