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What is the primary function of prolactin hormone during pregnancy?
What is the primary function of prolactin hormone during pregnancy?
- Increase milk secretion (correct)
- Promote cervical dilatation
- Stimulate uterine contraction
- Induce vaginal bleeding
Which hormone is responsible for uterine contraction before and after delivery?
Which hormone is responsible for uterine contraction before and after delivery?
- Prolactin
- Oxytocin (correct)
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
What effect does oxytocin have on uterine blood vessels after delivery?
What effect does oxytocin have on uterine blood vessels after delivery?
- Dilate blood vessels
- Decrease bleeding (correct)
- No effect on blood vessels
- Increase vaginal bleeding
How does oxytocin facilitate milk ejection during breastfeeding?
How does oxytocin facilitate milk ejection during breastfeeding?
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When does the level of oxytocin increase significantly?
When does the level of oxytocin increase significantly?
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What physiological changes occur in the uterus due to oxytocin during delivery?
What physiological changes occur in the uterus due to oxytocin during delivery?
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How does oxytocin help in the descent of the fetus during delivery?
How does oxytocin help in the descent of the fetus during delivery?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding prolactin hormone during pregnancy?
Which of the following statements is true regarding prolactin hormone during pregnancy?
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What is the role of oxytocin in milk ejection during breastfeeding?
What is the role of oxytocin in milk ejection during breastfeeding?
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How does oxytocin contribute to reducing postpartum bleeding?
How does oxytocin contribute to reducing postpartum bleeding?
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