The OB-GYN nurse teaches a first-time pregnant patient that functions of the amniotic fluid include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Allowing fetal freedom of movement.
2. Releasing heat to control fetal temperature.
3. Acting as an extension of fetal extracellular space.
4. Providing a water source for the fetus to swallow.
5. Acting as a wedge during labor.
1,3,5
Rationale 1: A primary function of amniotic fluid is to prevent adherence of the embryo–fetus to the amnion (decreasing the chance of amniotic band syndrome) to allow freedom of movement.
Rationale 2: A primary function of amniotic fluid is to control fetal temperature, but it is the heat released from the mother that keeps the amniotic fluid warm and the fetal temperature normal.
Rationale 3: A primary function of amniotic fluid is to act as an extension of fetal extracellular space.
Rationale 4: Although the fetus will swallow amniotic fluid, it is not dependent upon the amniotic fluid for water intake.
Rationale 5: A primary function of amniotic fluid is to act as a wedge during labor.
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