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What is the primary function of the placenta in fetal development?
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?
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?
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?
Which statement about the placenta's role in fetal development is incorrect?
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Why is it essential for the placenta to protect the fetus from maternal immune attacks?
Why is it essential for the placenta to protect the fetus from maternal immune attacks?
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'Controlling the mother's basic physiology' primarily aims to ensure:
'Controlling the mother's basic physiology' primarily aims to ensure:
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