Which Adaptation of the Maternal-Fetal Exchange of Oxygen Occurs in Response

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which adaptation of the maternal-fetal exchange of oxygen occurs in response to uterine contraction?

• A) The maternal-fetal exchange of oxygen and waste products continues except when placental functions are reduced.
• B) This maternal-fetal exchange increases as the blood pressure decreases.
• C) It diminishes as the spiral arterioles are compressed.
• D) This exchange of oxygen and waste products is not significantly affected by contractions.

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