A & P changes within the body during pregnancy/hormones responsible

Question 1

_______________ plays an important role in the development of the fetus by promoting maternal blood flow to the uterus and placenta

Answer 1

Oestrogen

Question 2

What are the two main female reproductive hormones?

Answer 2

Oestrogen and progesterone

Question 3

Progesterone is produced and increases rapidly following what week of pregnancy?

Answer 3

The 10th week

Question 4

What does HPL stand for?

Answer 4

Human placental lactogen

Question 5

What is the role of HPL?

Answer 5

Stimulates fetal tissues and can reduce chances of fetal rejection

Question 6

________ is the increased plasma volume in the blood during pregnancy

Answer 6

Haemodilution

Question 7

What is Relaxin responsible for?

Answer 7

Softening of the ligaments, particularly in the pelvic area

Question 8

Why is it not recommended for a woman to lie flat during an examindatuon

Answer 8

The uterus compresses the abdominal aorta and the inferior vena cava, impeding venous return

Question 9

Why does gastric reflux occur?

Answer 9

Upwards constricting pressure of the growing uterus on the oesophageal sphincter