Birth Defects
What is the most common cause of birth defects?
Genetic factors.
Where does fertilization typically occur?
The fallopian tube.
How many trimesters are in a pregnancy?
Three
How many stages of labor are there?
Three
What is the term for the first breast milk produced after delivery?
Colostrum.
Name a preventable cause of birth defects.
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome).
What is the name of the cell formed when a sperm and egg combine?
Zygote
What is the term for the protective fluid surrounding the fetus?
Amniotic Fluid
What happens in Stage I of labor?
Cervical dilation and effacement.
What is a common physical symptom during postpartum recovery?
Vaginal bleeding (lochia).
Lactating
What vitamin is crucial in preventing neural tube defects?
Folic Acid
What hormone is essential for maintaining early pregnancy?
Progesterone.
What is a common test performed at 20 weeks to check fetal development?
Ultrasound
What is the term for false labor contractions?
Braxton Hicks contractions.
What is the term for severe mood changes after childbirth?
Postpartum depression.
Identify a test used to diagnose birth defects during pregnancy.
Amniocentesis.
Amniotic Fluid
Describe the process of implantation.
The fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining.
Name a complication that can occur during pregnancy.
Preeclampsia
Gestational Diabetes
Placenta Previa
Ectopic Pregnancy
High Blood Pressure
What is the significance of the APGAR score?
It assesses the newborn’s health immediately after birth.
Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiratory
Name a benefit of skin-to-skin contact after birth.
What test can be used to examine a developing fetus for structural abnormalities and potential birth defects?
Ultrasound
A condition that can make conception difficult.
Infertility
ex. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
What is the term for a baby born before 37 weeks?
Premature or Preterm
Name one medical intervention used during labor or delivery.
Epidural anesthesia.
Forceps
Vaccum
What is the condition characterized by an inability to care for oneself or the baby due to extreme sadness or detachment?
Postpartum psychosis.