Exam revision

Question 1

hCG produced by

Answer 1

trophoblast + placental syncytiotrophoblast cells

Question 2

hCG effect

Answer 2

supports thickening of endometrial lining, maintains levels of Oe & P

Question 3

hPL produced by

Answer 3

placental syncytiotrophoblast cells

Question 4

hPL effect

Answer 4

prepares body for breastfeeding and increases maternal insulin sensitivity

Question 5

Oestrogen produced by

Answer 5

Ovaries

Question 6

Oestrogen effect

Answer 6

facilitates growth of placenta and fetus. soften connective tissue. Increases maternal sensitivity to CO2

Question 7

Progesterone produced by

Answer 7

Corpus Luteum and the placenta

Question 8

Progesterone effect

Answer 8

Supports early placental development. Provides ideal environment for implantation and pregnancy. Relaxes uterine muscles. Helps maternal body tolerate foreign DNA. Increases cervical mucous and BBT

Question 9

Nausea cause

Answer 9

? Oestrogen and hCG

Question 10

Nausea help

Answer 10

discontinuing, changing time of iron containing supplements. increase fluids. small frequent meals. increase protein intake. Ginger. P6 accupressure. Antihistamines. B12 supplement. Anti emetics.

Question 11

Tiredness cause

Answer 11

hormonal changes, increased BV, decreased BP and BGLs, nutrients diverting to fetus

Question 12

Tiredness help

Answer 12

Rest, diet, exercise, adjust schedule/workload

Question 13

Constipation cause

Answer 13

Progesterone relaxes intenstinal muscles, slows digestion, lack of fluid and fibre

Question 14

Constipation help

Answer 14

Increase fluid, increase fibre, stool softeners, laxatives