Which Milestone Is Reached by the Developing Fetus Between 22

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which milestone is reached by the developing fetus between 22 and 28 weeks post-conception?

• A)The heart and circulatory system begin functioning.
• B)Spontaneous movement is apparent for the first time.
• C)Sex differentiation and sex organ development is now completed.
• D)The minimal age of viability has been reached.

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Definitions:

Spinous Processes

Bony projections off the back of each vertebra that can be felt through the skin and serve for muscle and ligament attachment.

Winglike Side Projections

Structural or anatomical parts extending from the side of an object or body, resembling the wings of a bird or insect in shape or function.

Bones Of Children

The developing skeletal structure in children, which is characterized by growth plates and undergoes changes as they mature.

Flexible

The quality of being able to bend without breaking; adaptability to change or to accommodate new conditions.