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are the organs of reproduction and their associated structures

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genitalia

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are reproductive organs located outside of the body cavity

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external genitalia

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are reproductive organs protected within the body

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internal genitalia

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is the external surface region in both males and females between the pubic symphysis and coccyx

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perineum

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extends from the scrotum to the area around the anus

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male perineum

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extends from the pubic symphysis to the area around the anus

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female perineum

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are the penis and the scrotum, which contain two testicles

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external male genitalia

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include the remaining structures of the male reproductive system

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internal male genitalia

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is the sac-like structure that surrounds, protects, and supports the testicles

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scrotum

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also known as testes, are the two small, egg-shaped glands to produce the sperm

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testicles

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sperm are formed within these of each testicle

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seminferous tubules

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is a coiled tube at the upper part of each testicle. tube runs down the length of the testicle

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epididymis

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extends upward from the epididymis and is attached to each testicle

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spermatic cord

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also known as spermatozoa, are the male gametes

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sperm

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is the process of sperm formation

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spermatogenesis

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means capable of spontaneous motion

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motile

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is the male sex organ that transports sperm into the female vagina

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penis

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during sexual stimulation, the erectile tissue fills with blood under high pressure. this causes the swelling, hardness, and stiffness known as a

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erection

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mean relating to the penis

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penile, phallic

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also known as the head of the penis, is the sensitive region located at the tip of the penis

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glans penis

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also known as the prepuce, is a retractable double-layer fold of skin and mucous membrane that covers and protects the glans penis

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foreskin

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also known as the ductus deferens, are the long, narrow continuations of each epididymis

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vas deferens

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are glands that secrete a thick, yellow substance to nourish the sperm cells

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seminal vesicles

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begins at the vas deferens, pass through the prostate gland and empties into the urethra

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ejaculatory duct

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lies under the bladder and surrounds the urethra in the region where the vas deferens enters the urethra

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prostate gland

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means ability to move

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motility

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also known as the cowper’s glands, are located just below the prostate gland. one of these glands is located on either side of the urethra, and they open into the urethra

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bulbourethral glands

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helps flush out any residual urine or foreign matter in the urethra

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pre-ejaculate

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passes through the penis to the outside of the body

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urethra

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is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the genitourinary system of males and the urinary system of females

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urologist

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refers to both the genital and urinary organs

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genitourinary

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are located posterior to the mons pubis

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external female genitalia

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a rounded, fleshy prominence located over the pubic symphysis

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mons pubis

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external reproductive structures in females are collectively known as

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vulva or the pudendum

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are the vaginal lips that protect the other external genitalia and the urethral meatus

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labia majora and labia minora

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is the external opening of the urethra

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urethral meatus

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is an organ of sensitive, erectile tissue located anterior to the urethral meatus and the vaginal orifice

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clitoris

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produce a mucus secretion to lubricate the vagina

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bartholin’s glands

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is the exterior opening to the vagina

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vaginal orifice

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is a mucous membrane that partially covers the vaginal orifice and can be torn either during the first instance of intercourse or other activity

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hymen

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are made up of fat, connective tissue, and the mammary glands

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breasts

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also known as lactiferous glands, are the milk-producing glands that develop during puberty

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mammary glands

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also known as milk ducts, carry milk from the mammary glands to the nipple

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lactiferous ducts

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opening breast milk flows through

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nipple

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dark-pigmented area around the nipple

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areola

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are a pair of small, almond-shaped organs located in the lower abdomen, one on either side of the uterus

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ovaries

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is a fluid-filled sac containing a single ovum (egg).

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follicle

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also known as eggs, are the female gametes

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ova

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which are also known as uterine tubes, these tubes extend from the upper end of the uterus to a point near but not attached to an ovary

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fallopian tube

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is the funnel-shaped opening into the fallopian tube near the ovary

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infundibulum

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are the fringed, finger-like extensions of this opening. role is to catch the mature ovum when it leaves the ovary

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fimbriae

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formerly known as the womb, is a pear-shaped organ with muscular walls and mucous membrane lining filled with a rich supply of blood vessels

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uterus

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the body of the uterus is bent forward

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anteflexion

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is the bulging, rounded part above the entrance of the fallopian tubes

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fundus

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also known as the body of the uterus, is the middle portion

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corpus

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also known as the cervix uteri, is the lower, narrow portion that extends into the vagina

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cervix

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also known as the uterine serosa, is the tough, membranous outer layer

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perimetrium

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is the muscular middle layer of the uterus

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myometrium

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is the inner layer, and it consists of specialized epithelial mucosa that is rich in blood vessels

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endometrium

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is the muscular tube lined with mucous that extends from the cervix to the outside of the body

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vagina

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also known as menses, is the normal periodic discharge of the endometrial lining and unfertilized egg from uterus

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menstruation

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is the beginning of the menstrual function

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menarche

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how long does the average menstrual cycle consist of

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28 days

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is the normal termination of menstrual function in a woman during middle age

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menopause

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is the term used to designate the transition phase between regular menstrual periods and no periods at all

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perimenopause

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these are the days when the endometrial lining of the uterus is sloughed off and discharged through the vagina as the menstrual flow

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menstrual phase

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after the menstrual period, the pituitary gland secretes follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), causing an ovum to mature

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postmenstrual phase

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on approximately the 13 or 14th day of the cycle ovulation occurs

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ovulatory phase

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if fertilization does not occur, hormone levels change to cause the breakdown of the uterine endometrium and the beginning of a new menstrual flow

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premenstrual phase

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is the release of a mature egg from a follicle on the surface of one of the ovaries that happens on the 13th or 14th day

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ovulation

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secretes the hormone progesterone during the second half of the menstrual cycle

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corpus luteum

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also known as sexual intercourse or copulation, the male ejaculates approximately 100 million sperm into the female’s vagina.

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coitus

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occurs when a sperm penetrates and fertilizes the descending ovum

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conception

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is the embedding of the zygote into the lining of the uterus

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implantation

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from implantation through the 8th week of pregnancy, the developing child is known as an

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embryo

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from the 9th week of pregnancy to the time of birth, the developing child in utero is known as a

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fetus

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means within the uterus

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in utero

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result from fertilization of separate ova by separate sperm cells

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fraternal twins

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formed by the fertilization of a single egg cell by a single sperm that divides to form two embryos

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identical twins

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is the thin outer membrane that encloses the embryo

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chorion

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is a temporary organ that forms within the uterus to allow to exchange of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products between the mother and fetus without allowing maternal blood and fetal blood to mix

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placenta

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after delivery of the newborn, the placenta and fetal membranes are expelled as the

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afterbirth

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is also known as the amnion, is the innermost membrane that surrounds the embryo in the uterus

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amniotic sac

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fluid-filled space between the embryo and amniotic sac

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amniotic cavity

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also known as amniotic fluid, is the liquid that protects the fetus and makes possible its floating movements

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amnionic fluid

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is the tube that carries blood, oxygen, and nutrients from the placenta to the developing child. it also transports waste from the fetus to be disposed of through the mother’s excretory system

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umbilical cord

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also known as the belly button, is formed where the umbilical cord was attached to the fetus

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navel

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which lasts approximately 280 days is the period of development of the child in the mother’s uterus

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gestation

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is often used interchangeably with gestation, means the condition of having a child in the uterus

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pregnancy

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or estimated date of confinement, is calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP)

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due date

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is an old-fashioned term describing the period of rest for mother that followed childbirth

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confinement

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is the first movement of the fetus in the uterus that can be felt by the mother

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quickening

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capable of living outside the uterus

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viable

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refers to the final stage of pregnancy just before the onset of labor

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antepartum

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is a woman who has never been pregnant

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nulligravida

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is a woman who has never borne a viable child

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nullipara

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is a woman during her first pregnancy

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primigravida

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is a woman who has borne one viable child

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primipara

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means a woman who has given birth two or more times

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multiparous

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also known as childbirth and parturition, occurs in three stages

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labor and delivery

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what are the three stages of labor and delivery

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dilation, delivery of the baby, expulsion of the afterbirth

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is the process by which the cervix prepares for delivery as it gradually softens, shortens, and becomes thinner

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effacement

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describes when the baby is coming head first

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cephalic presentation or crowning

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means after childbirth

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postpartum

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is the time from the delivery of the placenta through approximately the first 6 weeks after the delivery

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puerperium

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is the postpartum vaginal discharge that typically continues for 4 to 6 weeks

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lochia

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is the return of the uterus to its normal size and former condition after delivery

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uterine involution

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is a specialized form of milk that delivers essential nutrients and antibodies in a form that the newborn can gest

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colostrum

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is the process of forming and secreting milk from the breasts as nourishment for the infant

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lactation

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is a mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness and the loss of pleasure in normal activities that can occur shortly after giving birth

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postpartum depression

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is a greasy substance that protects the fetus in utero and can be present at birth

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vernix

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is the greenish material that collects in the intestine of a fetus and forms the first stools of a newborn

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meconium

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is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system

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gynecologist

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or OB, is a physician who specializes in providing medical care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately thereafer

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obstetrician

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is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the newborn

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neonatologist

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also known as a fertility specialist helps infertile couples by diagnosing and treating problems associated with concept and maintaining pregnancy

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infertility specialist

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is the term applied to women in their late 30s to late 40s. as one of these women age, the possibility of her becoming pregnant decreases

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advanced maternal age

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is the inability of a couple to achieve pregnancy after 1 year of regular, unprotected intercourse, or the inability of a woman to carry a pregnancy to a live birth

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infertility

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are a form of hormones that are administered as an oral contraceptive

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birth control pills

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is a barrier contraceptive that prevent sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg

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diaphragm

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will also prevent pregnancy when used correctly. placed of a mans penis and will help prevent the transmission of sexual transmitted diseases

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condom

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is a synthetic form of the female hormone progesterone

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progestin

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condition is a form of conjunctivitis that is caused by the bacteria responsible for chlamydia or gonorrhea

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ophthalmia neonatorum

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also known as a miscarriage, usually occurs early in the pregnancy and is due to an abnormality or genetic disorder

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spontaneous abortion

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caused by human intervention, is achieved through the use of drugs or suctioning. when done for medical purposes is therapeutic abortion

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induced abortion

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means appearing before or in front of

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previa

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means slowly pouring a liquid onto a body part or into a body cavity

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instillation

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the uterus is removed and the cervix is left in place

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partial or subtotal hysterectomy

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VBAC

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vaginal birth after a cesarean

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means in an artificial environment such as a test tube

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In vitro

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is an option for a woman with ovaries but no uterus

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gestational carrier

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defines the presence or absence of the Rh antigen on red blood cells.

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Rh factor

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