A Nursing Student Asks the Faculty Member to Define "Lanugo

question 40

Multiple Choice

A nursing student asks the faculty member to define "lanugo." Which description is best?

• A) Fine, downy hair on the fetus
• B) Immune complexes in the amniotic fluid
• C) Initial scalp hair on the fetus
• D) Outer layer of pale, wrinkled skin

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Definitions:

Own Traits

Pertains to the characteristics or qualities that define an individual's identity and behavior, influencing their interactions and decisions.

Perceptual Defense

Perceptual defense is a psychological mechanism wherein individuals unconsciously resist or avoid recognizing information or stimuli that are threatening or disturbing to them.

Objects

Physical items that can be seen and touched.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A phenomenon where a belief or expectation, whether correct or not, influences the outcome in a way that confirms the belief.