| Pregnancy Basics | Function Junction | Terms | Prenatal Problems | True or False |
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What is 3 trimesters.
How many trimesters in a normal pregnancy?
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To provide cushion to the fetus (shock absorption, protection, plays a role in development of the GI tract)
Name one purpose of the amniotic fluid.
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Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG)
The name of the hormone that is produced by the placenta and increases until after 1st trimester where it peaks and then levels off in 2nd and 3rd trimester. We test for this in urine pregnancy tests.
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Severe Vomiting in a Pregnant Woman.
Hyperemesis Gravidarum is another term for what?
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False. UTIs in pregnancy are more likely to become kidney infections and are associated with an increased risk of preterm labor.
A urinary tract infection is common in pregnancy and is not a big problem.
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40 weeks from the first day of the last normal menstrual period.
How long does a normal pregnancy last?
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To carry fetal blood to the placenta and back.
What is the function of the umbilical cord?
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Labor that starts before 37 weeks of pregnancy
Define Preterm labor
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Seizure in a Pregnant Woman (Eclampsia)
If a pregnant person comes in and says that they had a seizure 3 hours ago, which section of the CHAM will you go to?
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True - hence why we check for elevated BP and protein in the urine.
In preeclampsia, the body holds on to fluid. This causes swelling that affects the whole body.
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The fallopian tube.
Where fertilization usually takes place?
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To provide a sterile environment for the developing fetus.
What is the purpose of the cervical mucous plug?
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Diabetes that occurs during pregnancy - usually screen with GTT (Glucose Tolerance Test) between week 24 and 28.
Define Gestational Diabetes.
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A sign of preterm labor (most likely true labor)
What is contractions lasting more than 15 minutes that are getting closer together, becoming stronger and are usually regular.
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True
Abdominal cramping, uterine contractions 15 minutes or less apart and a dull ache in lower back are early warning signs of preterm labor.
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To reinforce healthy habits for the expectant mother and identify pregnancy risk factors early.
One reason regular prenatal care is important.
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Supports the endometrium and suppresses contractility of uterine smooth muscles.
What is one role of the hormone progesterone in pregnancy?
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It is when the fertilized egg does not implant in the uterus.
Define Ectopic Pregnancy
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A possible sign of compromised amniotic sac, leaking amniotic fluid which puts the fetus at risk of infection and/or the start of labor.
Why is leaking fluid from the vagina significant?
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False. It depends on the medications' safety profile during pregnancy.
A pregnant woman should continue all prescription medication(s) throughout the pregnancy.
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Normal physiologic changes.
Increase in blood volume; breast enlargement and tenderness; fluid leakage from nipples are signs of what process during pregnancy.
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Carries antibodies from the mother to protect fetus. Brings oxygen to baby. Carries away waste. Produces hormones. Nutrient transfer.
Name two purposes of the placenta.
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First 12 weeks: embryo
After 12 weeks: fetus until birth
Define embryo versus fetus (when is baby called an embryo and when is it a fetus per the CHAM).
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It can cause blood vessels from the placenta to become smaller. The fetus gets less blood and may not grow normally unless high blood pressure is treated. May be a sign of preeclampsia.
One reason high blood pressure is a problem in pregnancy?
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False. Defects can happen anytime, however the first 12 weeks is the most dangerous time.
Second Trimester is the most dangerous time for birth defects to occur because that is when the most growth happens.
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