Prenatal Education: Role of the Placenta in Fetal Development
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What is the primary function of the placenta in fetal development?

  • Control the mother's basic physiology for fetal nutrient supply (correct)
  • Produce human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)
  • Protect the fetus from maternal immune attacks
  • Provide structural support to the developing fetus

    • Which factor directly influences placental function according to the text?

  • Maternal age
  • Maternal blood pressure (correct)
  • Maternal weight gain
  • Fetal heart rate

    • What is the key reason for monitoring and managing maternal blood pressure during pregnancy?

  • To regulate fetal heart rate
  • To prevent maternal age-related complications
  • To support maternal weight gain
  • To ensure optimal placental function (correct)

    • Which statement about the placenta's role in fetal development is incorrect?

    <p>It controls the mother's basic physiology for her health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for the placenta to protect the fetus from maternal immune attacks?

    <p>To prevent preterm labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Controlling the mother's basic physiology' primarily aims to ensure:

    <p>The fetus gets necessary nutrients and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

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