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Which of the following terms is used to describe the thinning and shortening of the cervix that occurs just before and during labor?

Dilation

Effacement

Ballottement

Multiparous

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Dilation – Incorrect; dilation refers to the opening of the cervix, not its thinning.

B. Effacement – Correct; effacement refers to the thinning and shortening of the cervix as labor progresses.

C. Ballottement – Incorrect; ballottement is the rebound of the fetus when tapped during a vaginal exam.

D. Multiparous – Incorrect; multiparous refers to a woman who has given birth multiple times.

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Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

Explanation

A. Endoderm – Correct; this layer develops into the gastrointestinal tract, liver, pancreas, and lungs.
B. Mesoderm – Correct; this layer forms the muscles, bones, heart, and blood vessels.
C. Ectoderm – Correct; this layer develops into the skin, nervous system, and sensory organs.
D. Epidermis – Incorrect; the epidermis is derived from the ectoderm, but it is not a germ layer itself.
E. Hypodermis – Incorrect; the hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue) is also not a germ layer.

A. Increased risk of vomiting B. Alleviation of diarrhea symptoms C. Decreased levels of electrolytes D. Increased risk of dehydration

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Increased risk of vomiting – Incorrect; ORS does not increase vomiting risk. It is given in small amounts to prevent vomiting.

B. Alleviation of diarrhea symptoms – Incorrect; ORS does not stop diarrhea, but it prevents dehydration.

C. Decreased levels of electrolytes – Incorrect; ORS helps restore electrolytes, not decrease them.

D. Increased risk of dehydration – Incorrect; ORS prevents dehydration, which is its primary purpose.

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Which of the following terms is used to describe the thinning and shortening of the cervix that occurs just before and during labor?

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