One of the assessments performed in the delivery room is checking the umbilical cord for blood vessels. Which finding is considered within normal limits?
a. Two arteries and one vein
b. Two arteries and two veins
c. Two veins and one artery
d. One artery and one vein
A
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A The umbilical cord contains two arteries and one vein to transport blood between
the fetus and the placenta.
B This option is abnormal and may indicate other anomalies.
C Any option other than two arteries and one vein is considered abnormal and
requires further assessment.
D The presence of one umbilical artery is considered an abnormal finding. This
infant would require further assessment for other anomalies.
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