One purpose of ultrasound imaging during pregnancy is to:
a. Assess the adequacy of placental function.
b. Detect genetic chromosomal abnormalities.
c. Rule out fetal abnormalities.
d. Evaluate fetal lung maturity.
ANS: C
Ultrasound imaging provides an image of the fetus and placenta. Therefore, it can be used to rule out some fetal abnormalities. The placental implantation site can be visualized, but adequacy of placental function is assessed using Doppler ultrasound.
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