Multiple choice

Anita is in her third trimester of her second pregnancy. Adequate renal function and normal amniotic fluid production is NOT required in the developing fetus for which of the following functions?

  1. Providing space for growth and movement

  2. Protection against infection

  3. Maintenance of temperature

  4. Development of the respiratory system

  5. Excretion of waste products
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Urine production is the major contributor to amniotic fluid but in the fetus the placenta is the organ responsible for the removal of waste products.

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