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question 33

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Understand the structure and function of the placenta in pregnancy.

Recognize the key stages and periods of prenatal development.

Identify the differences between monozygotic and dizygotic twins and the concept of conjoined twins.

Describe the process of fertilization and early embryonic development.

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Definitions:

K+

Potassium ions, essential for various cellular functions including nerve signal transmission and muscle contraction.

Serum Electrolyte

Minerals found in blood and other body fluids that carry an electric charge and are essential for the normal function of cells and organs.

mEq/L

Milliequivalents per liter, a unit of measure used to express the concentration of electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, and chloride) in a solution.

Concentrations

The amount of a particular substance in a given quantity of a mixture, solution, or volume.