During prenatal class,the nurse teaches expectant couples about the importance of the amniotic fluid and its functions.What functions does the nurse describe?
A) Cushions the fetus from mechanical injury
B) Facilitates symmetrical growth of fetal limbs
C) Helps regulate fetal body temperature
D) Provides nourishment to the fetus
E) Prevents the amnion from adhering to the fetus

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Amniotic fluid allows for symmetrical fetal growth,cushions the fetus from mechanical injury,and aids in fetal musculoskeletal development.Amniotic fluid prevents adherence of the amnion to the fetus and is essential for normal fetal lung development and temperature regulation.Amniotic fluid does not provide nourishment to the fetus.

During Prenatal Class,the Nurse Teaches Expectant Couples About the Importance