Asked by Kluaymaii Kattaleeya on Jun 08, 2024
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The type of fetal monitoring that uses sound waves to visualize the developing fetus is a/an ________.
A) fetoscopy
B) ultrasound
C) amniocentesis
D) chorionic villi sampling
E) auscultation
Fetoscopy
A medical procedure involving the insertion of a fetoscope to visually examine a fetus inside the uterus.
Ultrasound
A medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of structures within the body.
Amniocentesis
A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis, involving the extraction of a small amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus to study genetic and chromosomal information.
- Understand fetal monitoring techniques and recognize the importance of ultrasound in prenatal care
Verified Answer
EB
Emily Barráez MendozaJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of the developing fetus, allowing healthcare providers to monitor its growth and development.
Learning Objectives
- Understand fetal monitoring techniques and recognize the importance of ultrasound in prenatal care