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6 years ago
The perinatal nurse explains the function of Wharton's jelly to a class of expectant parents. What description is most accurate?
 
  A.
  Collection of blood from the maternal circulation
  B.
  Gooey uterine substance that cushions the fetus
  C.
  Precursor cells from which blood cells originate
  D.
  Protects the umbilical cord from compression
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6 years ago
ANS: D
Wharton's jelly is a specialized type of connective tissue surrounding the vessels within the umbilical cord that protects the cord from compression.
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