Exam 2 Flashcards
Definition of Mammogenesis:
Mammary growth/development
When does Mammogenesis occur and how much weight does each breast gain?
1st half of pregnancy; 400g
Definition of Lactogenesis:
Initiation of milk secretion
Definition of Galactopoiesis:
Maintenance of established milk secretion
Antagonistic hormone during Galactopoiesis:
Gonadal Hormones are Antagonistic with Prolactin
Anterior pituitary releases ___________ & causes _________________.
Prolactin; Alveolar cells to secrete milk/swells the alveoli
Posterior Pituitary releases ___________ and functions in ___________.
Oxytocin; muscle contraction around alveoli in breast
Which hormone is associated with the let-down reflex
Oxytocin
Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom:
1) mom/child bonding
2) prevents uterine bleeding after delivery
3) natural family planning
4) reduced breast & ovarian cancer risk
5) money & time saver
Benefits of Breastfeeding for Baby:
1) Best possible nutrition
2) reduces diseases & infections
3) essential for physical/emotional/mental development
What 2 proteins are found in human milk?
Whey & Casein
What does Lactoferrin do?
Inhibits growth of iron-independent bacteria in the GI tract
What does Secretory IgA do?
Protect infant from viruses, bacteria, E. Coli & allergies
What do IgG and IgM do?
Help protect against bacterial and viral infections
What does Lysozyme do?
1) Enzyme that protects fetus against E. Coli & Salmonella
2) Also promotes growth of healthy intestinal Flora
3) Anti-inflammatory functions
What does Bifidus factor do?
Supports growth of Lactobacillus which protects baby from bacteria by creating acidic environment where it can’t survive
Function of fats for baby
1) Brain development
2) Primary calorie source
Function of Long Chain fatty acids for baby:
Brain, Retina & NS Development
What are the fat soluble vitamins?
A, D, E, K
What are the Water soluble vitamins?
1) C
2) Riboflavin
3) Niacin
4) Pantothenic Acid
What is the primary Carbuhydrate found in human milk?
Lactose
Lactose helps to…
1) Decrease unhealthy bacteria in baby’s stomach
2) Improve absorption of Ca+, Phosphorus & Mg+
What is Colostrum?
[Liquid Gold]
Yellow milk due to high Beta-Carotene with high Protein & Laxative effect
What does transitional milk contain and when is it developed?
Increased levels of Lactose & fats for weight gain
(Day 7-14)
When is mature milk established and what does it include?
Foremilk (clear/blue) & Hindmilk (white/cream)
(Day 14)
Contraindications for breastfeeding (Mom):
1) TB
2) Cancer/Chemo
3) Illegal/Recreational Drugs
4) HIV Infection
Contraindications for breastfeeding (Baby):
Galactosemia
NEWBORNS can nurse for ___________ minutes/breast, every _____ hours, & ____________ times/day.
5-10 minutes
2-3 hours
10-12 times
Babies over 1 month can nurse for ___________ minutes/breast, & every _____ hours.
20-40 minutes
3-4 hours
Babies by 6 months can nurse for ___________ minutes/breast & ____________ times/day.
20-40 minutes
3-5 times
Ideal breastfeeding position:
Side-lying
There is a risk of what with side-lying breastfeeding?
Suffocation & SIDS for mothers who co-sleep while nursing
What is the Classic breastfeeding position?
Cradle hold
What breastfeeding position has the best latch for newborns?
Cross-Cradle hold
What breastfeeding position is sometimes called the Biological nursing position? Why?
Reclining/Lying Back
(Stimulates baby’s instinctive feeding reflexes)
What position for breastfeeding is good for mom’s struggling with muscle pain/recovery from labor?
Reclining/Lying back
What breastfeeding position is ideal for mom’s recovering from abdominal surgery/recovery from labor?
Football/Clutch Hold
What breastfeeding position helps babies get a deeper latch & reduces the let-down reflex?
Football/Clutch hold
Complications from breastfeeding: (10)
1) Breast pain
2) Biting
3) Too much milk
4) Mastitis
5) Breast Abcess
6) Breast Engorgement
7) Sore/Cracked nipples
8) Improper Latching
9) Thrush
10) Dry Skin/Dermatitis
Red Flags for breastfeeding:
1) Infant weight loss >7%
2) Cont. Weight loss after day 3
3) No Audible swallowing
4) <6 wet diapers/day after day 4
5) <3 stools/day after day 4
6) Minimal breast changes after day 5
7) Persistant nipple pain > 60 sec after latching
4 Signs baby IS getting adequate milk:
1) Content for 1-2 hrs after feed
2) Passes clear, dilute urine 5-6x/day
3) Passes bright yellow watery stool 6-8x/day
4) Regains birth weight after 2 weeks
What is Meconium?
Black tarry 1st bowel that looks fatty
How often should baby have a Yellow Bowel Movement?
At least 4
How many extra calories do breastfeeding mothers burn/day?
500+
In order to breastfeed.. baby coordinates ___ bones in their skull, ___ joints, ___ voluntary & involuntary muscles, under the control of _____ of the 12 cranial nerves.
22; 34; 60; 6
What is the OPTIMAL position for baby in the womb?
Occiput anterior; Vertex (VOA)
What arthrokinematics does a Occiput anterior baby have?
Longitudinal lie
Head in slight flexion
What is the HAPPY position for a baby in the womb?
Head down + Neck flexed
In what fetal position can a baby NOT extend their head out from under the pubic bone?
Occiput Posterior (Facial/Brow) (VOP) (Sunny-side up)
Arthrokinematics for a sunny-side up fetal position
Severe = facial extension
AS Occiput
Bruising
What does mom experience with a sunny-side up fetal position?
Pubic symphysis dislocation
Sharp pubic bone pain
MC Breech position is…
Franck Breech
Arthrokinematics of a Franck breech baby
Head @ top of uterus
Buttocks facing birth canal
Both hips in flexion
Both knees extended
Breech vaginal birth is __________.
Not practiced anymore
Arthrokinematics for a complete breech fetal presentation:
Legs folded at the knees. & crossed
Feet near buttocks
Hips & knees are flexed
Arthrokinematics for a baby in an Incomplete breech fetal presentation:
One leg in extension
Both hips in Flexion
Arthrokinematics for a baby in a footling breech fetal position:
One hip in extension
One hip in Flexion
What might happen in a footling breech fetal position?
If baby kicks, the pelvic floor may rupture
What quadrant do babies usually kick? Why?
RUQ; their spine is at the Left (liver position)
Auscultation of the fetal heart in the _____________ indicates a head-up presentation.
Upper fundal segment of the Uterus
Auscultation of the fetal heart in the _____________ indicates a possible vertex presentation.
Lower half of the uterus
Reason’s to use Webster’s Technique:
1) Biomechanical stress on baby at 7 months
2) vertex position w/ slight flexion (crowning)
3) Narrow hip/small mom’s
4) big baby
Origin and insertion of the Uterosacral Ligament:
Posterior-Lateral Supra-Vaginal Portion of Cervix -> encircles rectum -> attaches to fascia over sacrum
Origin & Insertion of the Round Ligament
Uterus -> Pubic Ramus
What is the round ligament?
Not a true ligament as it has muscle fibers which allow it to contract
Webster Supine Listing Sides
Pubic Bone: Opposite
Psoas: Same
Round Ligament: Opposite
Webster Prone Listing Sides
Leg length: Long = Webster’s side
Sacrum: Same
Piriformis: Sweep
Sacrotuberous Ligament Release: Opposite
What side is the Webster’s side when doing a leg length check?
More resistant side
What is the side of Counternutation and nutation in Webster technique?
CN: Resistant Leg (Webster’s side)
N: (AI Sacrum) Opposite Webster’s side
Counternutation (Webster Side) Listings:
1) Anterior Ilium
2) Posterior Sacrum
3) Apex goes toward CN
4) Inferior Pubic symphysis
Nutation (Logan) Side Listings
1) AI Sacrum
2) Posterior Ilium
3) Apex goes away from Nutation
4) Superior Pubic Symphysis
What direction is the Piriformis sweep in Webster’s Technique?
M-L on both sides contacting below the SI joints
Psoas muscle release findings & their meanings
Restricted side: side of affected Psoas
Should be the Same side as Webster side
What is your CP for correcting a Psoas Muscle?
Lateral aspect of 5th Metacarpal
What side in Webster’s technique is the affected round ligament?
Opposite of Webster’s Sacral Listing
Definition of Apoptosis
Neural development through dendritic branching and pruning
When does the Moro Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
Birth; 4-5 months
When does the Stepping/Placing Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
Birth; Persists as voluntary standing
When does the Positive Support Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
Newborn-3 months; Persist voluntary
When does the Tonic Neck Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
2-3wks; 4-6 months
When does the Crossed Adductor Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
2-3wks; 7-8 months
When does the Neck Righting Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
4-6 months; Persist Voluntary
When does the Parachute Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
6-7 months; Persist
When does the Grasp Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
Birth; 3-4 months
When does the Palmar grasp Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
4-7 months; NONE
When does the Voluntary reach Reflex Response Appear & Disappear?
4-5 months; NONE
Cephalocaudal Development (3, 6, 9 & 12 month) developments
[Above-Down-Proximal-Distal]
3: Head control
6: Sit independently
9: Crawl
12: Walk
Activities observed at 1-2 months:
1) holds head erect
2) turns from side to back
3) allows objects through visual field
4) Alert & respond to voice
5) drops toys
6) “Cooing”