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pepyto

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The nurse explains that the placenta functions as an endocrine gland, secreting estrogen, progesterone, and:
 
  a. follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
  b. alpha-fetoprotein (AFP).
  c. human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG).
  d. luteinizing hormone (LH).

Question 2

Visits to the patient receiving home health care services vary depending on patient needs. Several visits per week are typical. The skilled nursing visits usually last:
 
  a. 10 to 15 minutes.
  b. 20 to 30 minutes.
  c. 30 to 45 minutes.
  d. 45 to 60 minutes.


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wilsonbho

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
The placenta secretes HCG.

Answer to Question 2

C
Skilled nursing visits typically take 30 to 45 minutes.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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