The nurse educator teaching reproductive anatomy wants to make sure the students understand what stabilizes the uterus
Which statements about the individual ligaments would the nurse include? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The infundibulopelvic ligaments suspend and support the uterus.
2. The broad ligament keeps the uterus centrally placed.
3. The uterosacral ligaments sweep back around the rectum and insert on the sides of the first and second sacral vertebrae.
4. The ovarian ligaments anchor the ovary to the uterus.
5. The cardinal ligaments prevent uterine prolapse and support the upper vagina.
2, 3, 4, 5
Explanation: 2. The broad ligament keeps the uterus centrally placed.
3. The uterosacral ligaments sweep back around the rectum and insert on the sides of the first and second sacral vertebrae.
4. The ovarian ligaments anchor the ovary to the uterus.
5. The cardinal ligaments prevent uterine prolapse and support the upper vagina.
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