Question

Which of the following statements are correct concerning race and culture as applied to pregnancy and fetal health. select all.

a. The United States has the best world ranking for infant mortality rate.
b. Blacks have more twins, thus more premature deliveries.
c. Asians women less fewer babies with cleft palates than do black women.
d. The total number of malformations tends to be the same in all races.
e. Socioeconomic status but not ethnic background influence fetal health.

Answer 1

Blacks have more twins and are more likely to have premature deliveries. Asian women have fewer babies with cleft palates than Black women. Ethnic background and socioeconomic status both influence fetal health.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statements concerning race and culture as applied to pregnancy and fetal health are:

• b. Blacks have more twins, thus more premature deliveries. This statement is true. According to research, Black women have a higher likelihood of having twins compared to other racial groups, which can lead to premature deliveries.
• c. Asian women have fewer babies with cleft palates than do Black women. This statement is true. Studies have shown that Asian women have a lower risk of having babies with cleft palates compared to other racial groups, including Black women.
• e. Socioeconomic status but not ethnic background influence fetal health. This statement is not true. Both socioeconomic status and ethnic background can influence fetal health. Factors such as access to healthcare, environmental conditions, and cultural practices can vary among different ethnic groups and impact fetal health.