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Chapter 6 & 8 Flashcards

Exam 1

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What causes uterine muscle fibers to grow in length and width?

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estrogen

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By 12 wks gestation, what can be palpated above the symphysis pubis?

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the uterus

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Where is the fundal height at 20 wks gestation?

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at level of umbilicus- 20 cm

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What is a reliable determination of gestational age until 36 wks gestation?

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fundal height

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After 36 wks gestation, why isn’t fundal height a reliable determinator of gestational age?

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the uterus begins descending into the pelvis (the baby drops)

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Where is the fundal height at 36 wks gestation?

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at the xiphoid process

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irregular, not real labor

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Braxton Hicks contractions

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softening of the cervix is called

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Goodell sign

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formation to prevent ascent of bacteria from vagina into the uterus

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mucus plug

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What is the increased vascularization of the cervix called and what does it look like?

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Chadwick signs; bluish- purple in color

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What happens to the vagina during pregnancy?

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*Increased vascularity with thickening, vulva is thicker
*leukorrhea- secretions more acidic, white, and thick

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What do the ovaries release to maintain pregnancy & to relax smooth muscle?

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Progesterone

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13
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The cessation of ovulation is an inhibition of what?

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FSH and LH

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What increases in size and nodularity to prepare for lactation?

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Breasts

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What increases in size, becomes more erect and pigmented?

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nipples

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antibody-rich, yellow fluid that can be expressed after the 12 wk of pregnancy

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colostrum

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Conversion from colostrum to mature milk happens when?

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after delivery

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18
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An adaption of the cardiovascular system during pregnancy is an increase in blood volume. What percentage above pre-pregnancy levels are seen?

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50% above pre-pregnancy levels

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An adaption of the cardiovascular system during pregnancy is an increase in venous return and an increase in HR which leads to an increase in what?

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cardiac output

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20
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What cardiovascular abnormality is normal in pregnancy?

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a murmur

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An adaption of the cardiovascular system during pregnancy is an increase in the number of RBCs which can lead to what?

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plasma volume > RBC; leading to hemodilation (physiologic anemia)

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An adaptation of the cardiovascular system during pregnancy may be an increase in IRON demands, fibrin and plasma fibrinogen levels, and some clotting factors leading to what?

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hyper-coagulable state- clots block perfussion that can be fatal to fetus
(increase in IRON demand may drive PIKA)

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BP drops when woman lies down due to pressure of uterus on vena cava leading to what?

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Vena Cava Syndrome

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An adaption of the respiratory system during pregnancy may be breathing more from where?

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diaphragm/ diaphragmatic breathing

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The uterus pushes the diaphragm up how many centimeters during pregnancy?
4cm
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What can cause pregnant women to be more susceptible to early decompensation?
asthma and other respiratory conditions
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Which hormone relaxes smooth muscles in the airway?
Progesterone
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Which hormone leads to nasal stuffiness?
estrogen
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What happens with the gums during pregnancy?
hyperemic, swollen, and friable from estrogen
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What is excessive salivation?
Ptylalism
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A decrease in peristalsis is caused by what and what can be a result?
from smooth muscle relaxation (progesterone); constipation
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What factors cause hemorrhoids in pregnancy?
constipation + increased venous pressure + pressure from uterus
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What is the result of slow gastric emptying?
heartburn
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Why does renal plasma flow increase in pregnancy?
to remove metabolic wastes from patient and fetus
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What happens with the kidneys when pregnant women lie down and is greater with the left-lying position?
an increase in activity
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monitored during pregnancy (in urine)
protein
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hyperpigmentation is from what hormone?
melanocyte-stimulating hormone
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"mask of pregnancy"
facial melasma
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dark line on abdomen
linea nigra
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stretch marks
striae gravidarum
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varicose veins
varicosities
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caused by darkening of the blood flow
vascular spiders
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The circulation to skin increases making the patient feel what?
warmer and perspire more
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What happens to the ligaments holding sacroiliac joints and pubis symphysis?
softening and stretching
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What happens when there is increases of swayback and upper spine extension?
postural changes
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What happens to the center of gravity in someone who is pregnant?
their center of gravity shifts forward
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increase in lumbosacral curve
lordosis
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What happens with the spine column during pregnancy?
an increase in lumbosacral curve (Lordosis); compensatory curve in cervicodorsal area
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Relaxation and increased mobility of joints due to the hormone Relaxin causes what type of gait in pregnancy?
waddle gait
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What happens to the thyroid gland during pregnancy?
a slight enlargemen; increased activity nec for fetal neurologic function
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What happens in the pituitary gland during pregnancy?
an increase in Prolactin, inhibition of FSH and LH; gradual increase in oxytocin with fetal maturation
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What happens with the pancreas during pregnancy?
the fetus makes demands on maternal glucose stores (glucose levels will be monitored)
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What happens in the adrenal glands during pregnancy?
there is an increase in cortisol
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Cortisol regulates what?
carbohydrates and protein metabolism
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What does the placenta secrete?
hCG, hPL (human placental lactogen), relaxin, progesterone, estrogen
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Presumptive Signs
*fatigue *breast tenderness *n/v *amenorrhea *urinary frequency
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Presumptive signs are.....
subjective
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Probable signs are.....
objective
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Probable signs
*Braxton Hicks contractions *Positive pregnancy test *Abdominal enlargement *Ballottement *Goodell sign *Chadwick sign *Hegar sign
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bluish- purple coloration of the vaginal mucosa and cervix
Chadwick sign
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softening of the cervix
Goodell sign
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softening of the lower uterine segment or isthmus; Softening of the lower uterine segment that allows it to be easily compressed at 6 to 8 weeks of pregnancy.
Hegar sign
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human chorionic gondadotropin
hCG
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What usually doubles every 48- 72 hrs in normal pregnancy until they peak at 60- 70 days after fertilization?
hCG levels
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What is used a marker to see how the pregnancy is progressing and help differentiate normal pregnancy from abnormal?
hCG
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Positive signs
*ultrasound verification of embryo or fetus *fetal movement felt by experienced clinician *auscultation of fetal heart tones via doppler
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Psychological Responses during the 1st Trimester
*Uncertainty (seeks to confirm pregnancy) *Ambivalence (conflicting feelings) *Introversion (thoughts are of themselves)
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Psychological Responses during the 2nd Trimester
*Physical changes happen that make it "real" *Fetus becomes primary focus *Introversion remains *Change in body image *Change in sexuality
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Psychological Responses during the 3rd Trimester
*Feelings of vulnerability *Increased dependence on partner *Preparation for birth
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The patient must accept what and the changes that will result from it? Then they must develop what with the unborn child?
the pregnancy; a relationship
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Parental role transition is the realization that they must give up what in order to do what?
certain aspects of their life, take on a new identity as a parent (stages of grief)
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Parental tasks of pregnancy
1) seek safe passage for oneself and baby 2) gain acceptance of the baby and oneself from partner and family 3) learning to give of oneself 4) developing attachment and connection with the unknown child
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Although partners do not experience biologic processes of pregnancy they must do what?
must make major psychosocial changes to adapt to new role
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Partner Adaptations to pregnancy: they can be _______ invested and _______ involved in pregnancy, labor, and parenting
emotionally; actively
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What are some questions the partner/ mother could be asking in regards to readiness for parenthood?
-financial security -stable relationship between partners
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An unplanned pregnancy could cause what in the relationship?
distress
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To help the expected parents during the adaption to pregnancy phase, offer what to them?
-support groups for expected parents -parenting classes
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Siblings reactions are...
age- dependent
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There may be what between the siblings with the introduction of the new infant into the famly?
rivalry
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What is imperative especially for toddlers before the new baby is born or introduced?
sibling preparation
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Adolescent siblings may exhibit what towards their parents?
embarrassment that their parents are sexually active
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Adolescent siblings may only care about themselves unless it what?
affects them or their activities
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Can adolescent siblings take an active role and want to help with the new baby?
yes
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Teenage pregnancies can be a challenge due to what psychosocial factors?
identity vs confusion
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multiple pregnancies
multiparity
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Descent of the fetal head into the pelvic cavity before labor.
lightning
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The first movements of the fetus felt by the pregnant client.
quickening
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:a sudden tap on the cervix during vaginal examination may cause the fetus to rise in the amniotic fluid and then rebound to its original position ;a strong indication of pregnancy, but it may also be caused by other factors such as uterine or cervical polyps.
ballottement
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healthy weight BMI
25 to 35 lbs
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What is a healthy average of weight gain through the 2nd and 3rd trimesters?
1lb/ wk
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If a patient has a BMI <18.5, then how much weight are they recommended to gain?
28- 40 lbs
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If a patient has a BMI <18.5, what is the average amount of weight gain per week?
+1lb/ wk
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If a patient has a BMI >25, then how much weight are they recommended to gain through the 2nd and 3rd trimesters?
<1 lb/ wk
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What kind of effect does nutritional intake have on fetal well-being and birth outcome?
direct effect
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What should the mother take from the beginning of the pregnancy until after delivery?
vitamin and mineral supplement/ daily
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What are the dietary recommendations for expected mothers?
*prenatal vitamins (iron and folic acid)
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What is the prenatal vitamins needed for?
fetal growth and brain development
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Prevents neural tube defects (spina bifida and anencephaly)
Folic acid
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The use of artificial sweeteners such as stevia, aspartame, saccharin should be what?
what to the MD, as it is debated
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What foods should woman avoid in preganancy?
*some fish due to mercury content (shark, swordfish, king mackerel, ahi tuna) *foods causing Listeriosis (soft cheeses- brie, feta, blue-veined cheese; hotdogs, lunch meats; smoked seafood
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cause miscarriage
Listeriosis
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daily Caffeine intake recommendation
300mg

Maternal- Newborn & Women's Health Nursing (19 decks)

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