Author Question: What are the functions of amniotic fluid? (Select all that apply.) a. Maintaining an even ... (Read 90 times)

Beheh · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

What are the functions of amniotic fluid? (Select all that apply.)

a. Maintaining an even temperature
b. Impeding excessive fetal movement
c. Lubricating fetal skin
d. Acting as a reservoir for nutrients
e. Acting as a cushion for the fetus

Question 2

What does the nurse explain can affect the survival of the X- and Y-bearing sperm after intercourse?

a. Age
b. Estrogen level
c. Body temperature
d. Level of feminine hygiene

elyse44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, E
The amniotic fluid provides maintenance of even temperature; prevents amnion from adhering to fetal skin; allows buoyancy, symmetrical growth, and fetal movement; and acts as a cushion for the fetus. Although the fetus does swallow amniotic fluid, it has no nutritional value.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Estrogen levels and the pH of the female reproductive tract can affect the survival of the X- and Y-bearing sperm as well as their motility.