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jilianpiloj

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Which of the following most appropriately describes the factor/s that contribute to the initiation of labour?
 
  a. increase in placental uterotonic hormones
  b. maturation of the fetal adrenal glands
  c. stretching of the uterus with growth of the fetus
  d. all of the above

Question 2

It is recommended practice to identify each woman's body mass index (BMI) at the booking visit.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Jsherida

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

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: True.

It is a significant risk marker for several challenges to a healthy pregnancy and birth and enables informed decision making for women and their midwives. Identifying it at booking establishes a useful baseline'.


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