The nurse clarifies that the functions of the amniotic fluid are: Select all that apply.
A) Maintaining an even temperature
B) Impeding excessive fetal movement
C) Lubricating fetal skin
D) Acting as reservoir for nutrients
E) Acting as cushion for fetus

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The amniotic fluid provides maintenance of even temperature; prevents amnion from adhering to fetal skin; allows buoyancy, symmetrical growth, and fetal movement; and acts as a cushion for the fetus. Although the fetus does swallow amniotic fluid, it has no nutritional value.

The Nurse Clarifies That the Functions of the Amniotic Fluid