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Basic Medical Terminology- Abbreviations Flashcards

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Medical term for measuring uterus:

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Fundal height

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Medical term for palpating baby’s position

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Abdominal palpation

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What does ROM stand for

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Rupture of membrane (amniotic water broke)

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Ambulate

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Walk

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Antepartum term
EDD

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Estimated Due Date

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Antepartum term
LMP

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Last menstrual period

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Naegele’s Rule

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based on the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP) minus 3 months + 7 days.

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Antepartum term
GTPAL

Example: 3-2-0-1-2

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Gravida, Term, Preterm, Abortions, Living children. Example: A woman with a GTPAL of 3-2-0-1-2 has had 3 pregnancies, 2 term births, 0 preterm, 1 abortion, and 2 living children.

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Neonatal term
APGAR

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Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, Respiration.

Scoring system for newborn health at 1 and 5 minutes after birth.

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Neonatal term
SGA/LGA

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Small for Gestational Age (<10th percentile) / Large for Gestational Age (>90th percentile).

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Fetal position
LOA

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Left Occiput Anterior: Baby’s occiput (back part of head) is facing the mother’s left anterior pelvis. Most favorable for delivery.

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Fetal position
OP

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Occiput Posterior: Baby’s back is toward the mother’s back, leading to potential “back labor.”

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Postpartum terms
Lochia

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Postpartum vaginal discharge consisting of blood, mucus, and uterine tissue. Stages: Rubra, Serosa, Alba.

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PROM

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Premature Rupture of Membranes

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GBS
When is it tested?
What is given if positive?

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Group B Streptococcus: Tested at 35–37 weeks. Prophylactic antibiotics are given during labor if positive.

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EGA

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Estimated Gestational Age

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Fundal Height (FH)

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Measurement in cm from the pubic symphysis to the uterine fundus.

Within 2 weeks to gestational age either way. 28 weeks could measure 26-30cm

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Parity

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The number of pregnancies carried to viability (20+ weeks), regardless of outcome.

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Pregnancy complications
PIH

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Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension. High blood pressure diagnosed after 20 weeks without proteinuria.

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proteinuria

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the presence of abnormal quantities of protein in the urine, which may indicate damage to the kidneys.

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Preeclampsia

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A condition characterized by hypertension, proteinuria, and signs of organ damage, such as elevated liver enzymes or headaches.

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HELLP

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Hemolysis (break down of red blood cells) , Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets. A severe form of preeclampsia requiring immediate intervention.

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IUGR

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Intrauterine Growth Restriction. Fetus measuring below the 10th percentile for gestational age.

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GDM

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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. Glucose intolerance diagnosed during pregnancy.

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PPROM
Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes. Membrane rupture before 37 weeks, increasing infection and preterm labor risks.
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Prenatal testing NST
Non-Stress Test. Evaluates fetal well-being by monitoring FHR in response to fetal movements. Example: "Reactive NST shows two accelerations in 20 minutes."
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Prenatal testing BPP
Biophysical Profile
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Rhogam
Medication given to Rh-negative mothers at 28 weeks and postpartum to prevent Rh sensitization.
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Leopold’s Maneuvers
Series of abdominal palpations to determine fetal lie, position, and presentation.
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SVE
Sterile Vaginal Exam. Assesses cervical dilation, effacement, and station.
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Oligohydramnios
Low amniotic fluid levels, measured by AFI <5 cm.
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Polyhydramnios
Excessive amniotic fluid, measured by AFI >25 cm
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PTL
Preterm Labor. Labor occurring between 20 and 37 weeks gestation.
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Antepartum Hemorrhage
Bleeding after 20 weeks, often due to placenta previa or placental abruption.
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ECV
External Cephalic Version. A procedure to turn a breech baby to a head-down position.
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Lightening
When the baby drops into the pelvis, typically occurring in the last few weeks of pregnancy.
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EGA
Estimated Gestational Age
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Define HELLP syndrome
Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets—a severe complication of preeclampsia requiring immediate medical intervention.
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What does LOT stand for in fetal position?
Left Occiput Transverse. The occiput is facing directly toward the left side of the mother's pelvis.
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What does ROT stand for in fetal position?
Right Occiput Transverse. The occiput is facing directly toward the right side of the mother's pelvis.
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What is the meaning of ROP in fetal positioning?
Right Occiput Posterior. The occiput is facing the mother's right posterior pelvis, which may result in a longer or more difficult labor.
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What does OA mean in fetal positioning?
Occiput Anterior. The occiput is facing directly toward the anterior pelvis. This position facilitates a smooth delivery.
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What does OT indicate about the baby’s position?
Occiput Transverse. The baby’s occiput is aligned directly to the mother’s side, facing neither anterior nor posterior.
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What is the definition of "breech presentation"?
The baby’s buttocks or feet are positioned to deliver first instead of the head. Variants include frank breech, complete breech, and footling breech
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What does "vertex presentation" mean in fetal positioning?
The baby is head-down, with the occiput as the presenting part, ideally positioned for delivery.
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What does LSA stand for in fetal positioning?
Left Sacrum Anterior. This describes a breech presentation with the baby's sacrum toward the mother’s left anterior pelvis.
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What does RSA stand for in fetal positioning?
Right Sacrum Anterior. This describes a breech presentation with the baby’s sacrum toward the mother’s right anterior pelvis.
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What is a compound presentation?
When a fetal extremity, such as a hand or arm, presents alongside the head. This can complicate delivery.
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What is the meaning of "asynclitism" in fetal positioning?
Asynclitism refers to the fetal head being tilted to one side, causing it to enter the pelvis at an angle. This may prolong labor.
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What is the difference between fetal lie and fetal presentation?
Fetal Lie: Refers to the baby’s longitudinal axis relative to the mother (e.g., longitudinal, transverse, or oblique). Fetal Presentation: Refers to the part of the fetus that enters the pelvis first (e.g., vertex, breech, shoulder).
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What does "malpresentation" mean?
Any fetal presentation other than vertex (e.g., breech, transverse lie, face presentation).
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RR
Respiratory rate
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What does UC stand for in labor charting?
Uterine Contractions
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What does BTL stand for?
Bilateral Tubal Ligation. A permanent form of sterilization.
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What does EBL stand for in charting?
Estimated Blood Loss
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What does AROM stand for?
Artificial Rupture of Membranes. Intentional breaking of the amniotic sac, typically to induce or augment labor.
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What does PPH stand for?
Postpartum Hemorrhage. Defined as blood loss of >500 mL after vaginal birth or >1000 mL after cesarean delivery.
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What does BUBBLE-HE stand for in postpartum assessment?
An acronym for postpartum evaluation: B: Breasts U: Uterus B: Bladder B: Bowels L: Lochia E: Episiotomy (or perineum) H: Homan's Sign (for DVT) E: Emotional Status
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Lochia Rubra
Red, lasts 3–4 days.
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Lochia Serosa:
Pink/brown, lasts 4–10 days.
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Lochia Alba:
White/yellow, lasts up to 6 weeks.
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What is Lochia?
Vaginal discharge after childbirth, consisting of blood, mucus, and uterine tissue.
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What does RhoGAM administration prevent in the postpartum period?
RhoGAM prevents Rh sensitization in Rh-negative mothers with Rh-positive babies. Given within 72 hours postpartum.
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What does REEDA stand for in postpartum perineal assessment?
An acronym to evaluate healing of perineal trauma: R: Redness E: Edema E: Ecchymosis D: Discharge A: Approximation of wound edges
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What is uterine involution?
The process by which the uterus returns to its pre-pregnancy size and position. Usually complete by 6 weeks postpartum.
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What is the difference between primary and secondary PPH?
Primary PPH: Occurs within the first 24 hours postpartum. Secondary PPH: Occurs 24 hours to 6 weeks postpartum.
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What does Homan's Sign check for in the postpartum period?
Pain in the calf during dorsiflexion of the foot, used as a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
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What is the role of oxytocin postpartum?
Stimulates uterine contractions to reduce postpartum bleeding and supports milk ejection during breastfeeding.
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AN
Antenatal
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ANC
Antenatal clinic
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APH
Antepartum hemorrhage
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ARM
Artificial rupture of membranes
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FM
Fetal movement
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GTT
Glucose tolerance test
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GDM
Gestational diabetes mellitus
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IOL
Induction of labor

Antepartum Basic Skills (4 decks)

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