The ovary The Uterus Female Sexual Response Pregnancy Childbirth
100
What is the Ovarian ligament
Ligament that anchors the medial aspects of ovary to uterus
100
What is Tubal ligation
A surgical contraceptive procedure that involves curring the uterine tubes
100
What is resolution
When the structures of the female reproductive system return to their normal states/positions
100
What is gestation
This lasts around 266 days and is another term for pregnancy
100
What is lactic acid
Ischemia of the myometrium leads to the production of this, one of the causes of pain during childbirth
200
What is the Suspensory ligament
Ligament that anchors ovary to the pelvic wall and contains ovarian artery, veins, and nerves
200
What is the cortex
The entry point to the uterus that separates the uterus from the vagina
200
What is the uterus
When stimulated, this organ moves into a tented position that allows for sperm and semen to pass more successfully into it
200
What is estrogen
This hormone leads to the enlargement of the uterus, mammary ducts, and breasts
200
What is the afterbirth
These are the tissues resulting when the placenta has been detached and removed from the body
300
What are the functions of the ovary
This organ produces eggs and regulates hormone functions of the female reproductive system
300
What is the external os
The entryway to the cervix
300
What is orgasm
This is associated with reverse peristalsis
300
What are stretch marks
Rapid growth of the skin leads to small tears that can't be repaired as quickly as they occur lead to these
300
What is the amniotic sac
When a mother's "water breaks," this structure is breaking and fluids are lost
400
What is the medulla
This part of the ovary holds the blood vessels
400
What is the fundus
The rounded curve structure at the top of the uterus
400
What is lubrication
Secretion of fluids serves this function
400
What is glomerular filtration rate
This increases to accommodate for the metabolic waste of the fetus
400
What is an episiostomy
This is a surgical procedure that prevents tearing of tissues during childbirth
500
What is the cortex
This part of the ovary produces the gametes
500
What is the endometrium
The innermost layer of the uterine wall that is involved in secretion processes
500
What is vasodilation
The labium minora become inflamed due to this process
500
What is human chorionic gonadotropin
This hormone prevents involution of the corpus luteum
500
What is late dilation
This stage of labor includes heavy contractions that push the fetus against the cervix and leads to the creation of a positive feedback loop






Chapter 28: Female Reproductive System

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