The most dangerous effect on the fetus of a mother who smokes cigarettes while pregnant is:
A) genetic changes and anomalies.
B) extensive central nervous system damage.
C) fetal addiction to the substance inhaled.
D) intrauterine growth restriction.

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The major consequences of smoking tobacco during pregnancy are low-birth-weight infants,prematurity,and increased perinatal loss.Cigarettes normally will not cause genetic changes or extensive central nervous system damage.Addiction to tobacco is not a usual concern related to the neonate.

The Most Dangerous Effect on the Fetus of a Mother