With Regard to the Structure and Function of the Placenta,the

question 11

Multiple Choice

With regard to the structure and function of the placenta,the maternity nurse should be aware that

• A) as the placenta widens, it gradually thins to allow easier passage of air and nutrients.
• B) as one of its early functions, the placenta acts as an endocrine gland.
• C) the placenta is able to keep out most potentially toxic substances, such as cigarette smoke, to which the mother is exposed.
• D) optimal blood circulation is achieved through the placenta when the woman is lying on her back or standing.

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