Meredith's baby is 2 weeks overdue. What is a potential hazard that the baby can experience because it is postmature?

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Areli Russell

Biology

2 October, 18:11

Meredith's baby is 2 weeks overdue. What is a potential hazard that the baby can experience because it is postmature?

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Phoebe Jacobs · Answer 1

Answer: Brain damage because of the inadequate blood supply from placenta.

Explanation:

The phase of post mature can be dangerous for the child. In this case there are chances that the baby might not get the adequate amount of blood from the placenta to the fetus.

The child might feel hypoxia inside the womb because the main source of oxygen is the placental blood. There can be lack of nutrients as well due to this reason.