Pregnancy and Childbirth Practices in the US
This is the universal phenomenon that crosses all cultures, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels and is a time of celebration
What is childbearing
This is the term for one's ability to conceive a biological child
What is fertility
This is the disease pregnant African American patients are screened for
What is sickle cell disease
This dangerous ancient cultural practice is a violation of human rights and may affect pregnancy
What is female genital mutilation/cutting
This is the practice of eating nonfood substances often occurring during pregnancy
What is pica
This percentage of infants are born in hospitals
98%
This religion endorses only natural family planning methods
Catholic Church
This is required for pregnant women with sickle cell disease during the third-trimester
What is regular fetal growth screening
FGM includes procedure that intentionally alter or cause injury to these organs
What is the female genital organs
This culture's pregnant women have been known to crave rocks, sand, chalk, and charcoal
What is Latina Americans
This is the length of postpartum stays for typical vaginal deliveries
36 hours
This culture allows a man to have more than one wife
Islam
This may be necessary for pregnant women with sickle cell disease to reduce adverse maternal outcomes
What is a blood transfusion
This is the amount of girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation/cutting
What is over 200 million
This type of food taboo during pregnancy is believed to cause an abortion of the fetus
What is raw papaya
This is an individualized list of preferred actions to facilitate a desired childbirth
This method of birth control requires partner agreement and support to refrain from intercourse during the fertile period
What is the rhythm method
This test is performed frequently to pregnant women with sickle cell disease during their antenatal care
What is urine cultures
This is the number of major types of FGM/C and classifications
What is 4
This food/beverage taboo during pregnancy is believed to cause a child to be born with a dark complexion
What are hot beverages especially coffee
Other than obstetricians, these certified healthcare providers provide care during pregnancy and assist with delivery of the infant
Nurse-midwives or midwives
Symptoms include weight gain, irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding, menstrual suppression, and may impact fertility after discontinuation
What are the side effects of hormonal contraceptives
This is offered if a pregnant patient has a sickle cell trait
What is genetic counseling
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!
These three countries are the most concentrated for performing FGM/C
What are Africa, Asia, and the Middle East
Nigeria and Ghana believe this food myth as to why to avoid sweets for small children
What is the child will get worms