Placenta and Umbilical Cord Flashcards
1
Q
What is the appearance of the fetal surface of the placenta?
A
Smooth and bears the attachment of the umbilical cord
2
Q
What is the appearance of the maternal surface of the placenta?
A
Rough and spongy
3
Q
What are the functions of the placenta?
A
Gaseous exchange
Attaches fetus to uterine wall
Provides nutrients
Produces hormones
4
Q
When does the placenta separate from the uterine wall?
A
During the third stage of labour following delivery of the baby
5
Q
How many umbilical arteries are there in a cross section of the umbilical cord?
A
Two
6
Q
How many umbilical veins are there in a cross section of the umbilical cord?
A
One
7
Q
What else is present in the umbilical cord asides from vessels?
A
Whorton’s jelly
