week 1

Question 1

formation of a viable zygote

Answer 1

conception

Question 2

process that interferes with normal ovulation, fertilization, and implantation

Answer 2

contraception

Question 3

the period of development in the uterus from conception until birth

Answer 3

gestation

Question 4

formation and development of germ cells, oocytes, and spermatocyte

Answer 4

gametogensis

Question 5

union of spermatozoal nucleus with egg nucleus to form primary nucleus of embryo

Answer 5

fertilization

Question 6

What is the term for the innermost layer of the uterine wall , the lining where the fertilized ovum implants?

Answer 6

endometrium

Question 7

In order to place a catheter, the nurse must visualize the female urethra.

Which phrase best describes where the female urethral opening is located?

Answer 7

Between the clitoris and the vaginal opening

Question 8

Where, in the female anatomy, does fertilization typically occur?

Answer 8

ampulla of fallopian tube

Question 9

At approximately 3 weeks after conception, the fertilized ovum differentiates into THREE primary germ layers. All of the fetal tissues and organs develop from these three germ layers.

What is the middle germ layer called and what does this middle layer give rise to?

Answer 9

Mesoderm; bones, muscles, cardiovascular system

Question 10

in a healthy pregnancy, maternal and fetal blood never mix.

Where in the placenta - on a microscopic level - does the transfer of oxygen and nutrients occur between mother and fetus?

Answer 10

Intervillous space