The formation in the endocervical canal of a mucous plug is called the:
1. operculum.
2. leukorrhea.
3. funic souffle.
4. ballottement.
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1. Correct. The operculum protects against bacterial invasion.
2. Incorrect. Leukorrhea is the mucus that forms the plug, which is called the operculum. The operculum protects against bacterial invasion.
3. Incorrect. The funic souffle is the sound of blood flowing through the umbilical vessels. The operculum protects against bacterial invasion.
4. Incorrect. Ballottement is a technique to palpate the fetus. The operculum protects against bacterial invasion.
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