Ultrasonography is an important and safe technique used in antepartum surveillance. It provides critical information related to fetal activity, gestational age and fetal well-being
Which statement regarding ultrasonography during pregnancy is most accurate? a. Ultrasonography uses infrared technology to create an image.
b. Ultrasonography is only utilized as an adjunct to more invasive tests.
c. Ultrasonography is not harmful to the fetus.
d. Ultrasonography is not a component of biophysical profile testing.
C
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A Ultrasonography uses sound waves to create an image.
B As an adjunct to more invasive tests, ultrasonography can provide visual
guidance for increased safety. It can be done as a standalone test.
C Most women look forward to the results of this test, which causes no harm to the
fetus.
D Ultrasonography is a component of biophysical profile testing.
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