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Awilson837 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which statement concerning physiologic factors is true?

a. The infant has a slower metabolic rate than an adult.
b. An infant has an inability to digest protein and lactase.
c. Infants have a slower circulatory response than adults do.
d. The kidneys of an infant are less efficient in concentrating urine than an adult's
kidneys.

Question 2

The mucous plug that forms in the endocervical canal is called:

a. The operculum.
b. Leucorrhea.
c. The funic souffle.
d. Ballottement.

yasmina · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
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A The infant's metabolic rate is faster, not slower, than an adult's.
B Although the newborn infant's gastrointestinal system is immature, it is capable
of digesting protein and lactase, but the ability to digest and absorb fat does not
reach adult levels until approximately 6 to 9 months of age.
C Circulation is faster in infants than in adults.
D The infant's kidneys are not as effective at concentrating urine compared with an
adult's because of immaturity of the renal system and slower glomerular
filtration rates. This puts the infant at greater risk for fluid and electrolyte
imbalance.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A The operculum protects against bacterial invasion.
B Leucorrhea is the mucus that forms the endocervical plug (the operculum).
C The funic souffle is the sound of blood flowing through the umbilical vessels.
D Ballottement is a technique for palpating the fetus.