chapter 2 & 3 Flashcards
what is ama? is it common?
advanced maternal age which is 35 years. yes it is becoming increasingly common
what does ama lead to?
increase in assisted human reproductive techniques such as fertility drugs, artificial insemination, and cryopreservation (freezing of embryo)
what are the timeframes for the trimesters of pregnancy?
first trimester is from zygote implantation to 12 weeks. second trimester is from 12 to 24 weeks - you can feel fetus moving. third trimester is 25 weeks and beyond - increased emotional attachment to fetus
how is malnutrition in the first trimester an issue in canada?
due to morning sickness
what is hyperemesis gravidarum?
extreme/persistent nausea and severe vomiting. morning sickness is mild!
when does miscarriage occur - if it does?
within 13 to 20 weeks
when can premature labour occur?
from 21 weeks
what is preclampsia? what causes it? how to cure? what are symptoms?
serious blood pressure condition due to development of abnormal placenta. only treatment is delivery of the baby. symptoms include extra protein in urine and kidney problems and problems in other organs
what is the age of viability in ontario? compare it to before. what is the association of this with medical conditions?
now 23 weeks! the age of viability has DECREASED since earlier times due to medical intervention. it has lead to an increase in kids with medical conditions since more kids are born premature
when can fetal movements be felt by the mother?
2nd trimester
when can the baby respond to the mother’s voice and loud noises?
13 to 16 weeks
when does the baby gain vernix? what is it even?
vernix is an oily substance which protects their skin. it is gained in 21 to 24 weeks
when does the baby move to a head down position in the prenatal development?
33-36 weeks
when does the baby gain antibodies from their mother?
28 to 32 weeks
when does the baby experience rapid growth?
28 to 32 weeks
compare female fetuses to male fetuses
females are more sensitive to external stimulation and advance more rapidly in skeletal development. males are vulnerable to all kinds of prenatal problems and more likely to have birth defects
what are some teratogens?
obesity in the mother, alcohol, smoking, depression, and anxiety
what is the leading cause of developmental disabilities in children?
fetal alcohol syndrome
how does smoking affect the fetus?
damage to brain and lung development
what is the average birth weight?
8.7 pounds