Conception
9 Months
How many stages are there for prenatal development?
3 Stages
What are the two types of birth
Natural and C-Section
premature birth
a blood disorder that affects the shape of red blood cells, causing them to become rigid and sickle-shaped
Sickle Cell Anemia
The female egg is called a what?
Ovum
Tissue that attaches to the walls of the uterus is called the
placenta
Stage 1 of L&D -- how many cm does the cervix need ot be dilated in order to move to stage 2?
10 cm
What is a NICU?
AKA neonatal intensive care unit --A hospital area where newborns who need intensive medical care are treated.
What is Cleft Lip
usually picked up during the 20-week screening scan done when you're between 18 and 21 weeks pregnant.
How long does the sperm live in the human body once fertilized?
3-5 days
On the 12th week of pregnancy, _______________ occurs this stage due to organs and body systems forming
12th Week
The placenta is delivered
What is an APGAR Score
It's a five-part evaluation of a baby's heart rate, muscle tone, color, breathing, and reflexes.
Which abnormality has three copies of chromosome 21, instead of the usual two copies
Chromosome Abnormality (Down Syndrome)
What day does ovulation take place after your last menstrual cycle?
14th Day
Umbilical Cord
Explain what an Episiotomy is
The procedure in which the cervix is opened wider to allow childbirth to avoid tearing
What is the neonatal period?
The neonatal period is the first 28 days of a baby's life
Which congenital abnormality uses a cardiac catheterization as it's treatment?
Congenital Heart Disease
How long does the ovum live for
1-2 days
______ happens when the zygote attaches to the uterus
Implantation
What is the drug called to use to numb and ease the pain of delivery?
Epidural
What are some factors that could cause a mom and baby to stay in the hospital longer than normal.
postpartum, blood clots, prolonged labor
Signs and symptoms of clubfoot include
The foot will be turned so much that it looks upside down
The foot or big toe could look slightly smaller than the other foot
The calf muscle in the leg with clubfoot are smaller