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tuffie

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The length of time from conception to birth that the fetus remains in the uterus is called the:
 
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On assessment of a newborn, the nurse finds meconium in the urine. The nurse realizes that this is indicative of which of the following conditions?
 
  a. a bladder that is wrapped around the intestine
  b. imperforate anus
  c. anal agenesis
  d. a fistula between the bowel and the urinary tract



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Answer to Question 1

Gestational age

Answer to Question 2

D

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A Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of a bladder that is wrapped around the intestine.
B Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of imperforate anus.
C Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of anal agenesis.
D Correct. On assessment of a newborn, the nurse finds meconium in the urine. The nurse realizes that this is indicative of a fistula between the bowel and the urinary tract.



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