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The perinatal nurse explains to a childbirth class that which of the following are the primary functions of the placenta? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Creates blood vessels in the fetus
  B.
  Protects the fetus from pathogens
  C.
  Provides hormones that maintain the pregnancy
  D.
  Removes waste products from the fetus
  E.
  Transfers nutrients to the fetus

Question 2

A nursing student asks the faculty member to define lanugo. Which description is best?
 
  A.
  Fine, downy hair on the fetus
  B.
  Immune complexes in the amniotic fluid
  C.
  Initial scalp hair on the fetus
  D.
  Outer layer of pale, wrinkled skin


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D, E
The placenta serves several functions, including providing nutrition and oxygen to the fetus, carrying waste products away from the fetus, providing hormones that help to maintain the pregnancy, and protecting the fetus from pathogens. The placenta does not create blood vessels in the fetus.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Lanugo is the fine, downy hair seen on fetuses.


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