Assignment:
There are two parts to assignment. In the first part you will create a presentation or chart showing the stages of fetal development. Then, for the second part, you will answer questions about genetic testing and the ethical decisions involved.
Part 1: Create a presentation or chart explaining the stages of fetal development. Each developmental period should be identified and briefly explain the development taking place.
Part 2: Use the "Genetic Testing" to access short answer questions regarding genetic testing and the ethical decisions involved in genetic testing.
Lifespan Development
Topic - Prenatal and Infant Development
Fetal Development
Answer each question, in a minimum of 100 words, regarding genetic testing and the ethical decisions involved in making those decisions. Use one to two scholarly resources to support your explanations.
While APA style is not required for the body of assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, including APA reference page for both parts of the assignment.
Q1. Describe three genetic tests available to parents. Why would parents choose to complete these genetic tests?
Q2. What ethical dilemmas might arise in association with genetic testing? Consider the three genetic tests that you discussed in question1. Would they all have the same ethical implications? Why or why not?
Q3. Discuss how your religious worldview might influence your reproductive choices and/or a decision to conduct genetic testing during pregnancy.