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What occurs at the end of the 40th gestational week?
What occurs at the end of the 40th gestational week?
- The sole of the foot develops a full crisscross pattern.
- The fetus kicks actively, causing significant discomfort to the mother.
- The amount of lanugo begins to diminish.
- Fetal hemoglobin begins its conversion to adult hemoglobin. (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of the sole of the foot at term?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the sole of the foot at term?
- It is fully covered in vernix caseosa.
- The nails extend over the fingertips.
- It has only one or two crisscross creases. (correct)
- It shows full crisscross patterns like an adult foot.
What is a common sensation experienced by mothers due to fetal activity at the end of the third trimester?
What is a common sensation experienced by mothers due to fetal activity at the end of the third trimester?
- Development of baby fat
- Decrease in fetal movements
- Increase in lanugo production
- Considerable discomfort from fetal kicks (correct)
What is an accurate description of the creases on the soles of the feet at this stage?
What is an accurate description of the creases on the soles of the feet at this stage?
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Which characteristic best describes the presentation of most babies during this month?
Which characteristic best describes the presentation of most babies during this month?
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