Child Development- Chapter 6 Flashcards
Once the amniotic sac has ruptured, what is the time frame in which the baby should be delivered?
24-48 hours
What is colostrum and why is it important?
Colostrum is the thick nutrient-rich milk that is given to the baby during the first breast feedings.
What can doctors do to stop premature labor?
Doctors are somtimes able to use medications to stop premature labor, many times the mother will be put on bed rest to help keep the labor from starting again.
When do most mother’s begin breast-feeding?
Immediately after the baby is born.
In what stage of labor is the baby born?
The 2nd stage
What age group is at higher risk for premature birth?
Teen Parents
In what ways can doctors induce labor?
Using medication and puncturing the amniotic sac.
How is the baby monitored during labor?
Ultrasound, monitors placed on Mom’s stomach, fetal monitor on the baby’s head
What stage of labor is the longest?
The 1st stage
Why do some parents choose to save their babies chord blood?
So that it can be used in the future for medical reasons.
What signs can you look for to see if labor is false?
During false labor contractions are usually irregular and do not follow a rhythm
What signs should you look for to determine when labor has began?
The bloody show, the amniotic sac is broken, contractions are regular and increase in strength
Why is it important to monitor the baby during labor?
To make sure the baby is not under stress
What is postpartum depression and what causes it?
Postpartum depression is a depression that some mothers experience after the birth of their baby. It is characterized by feeling very sad or overly anxious. Some mothers feel a lack of interest in their new baby. It is caused by the many physical and emotional changes that occur right after the labor and delivery.
What is a NICU?
NICU stands for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This is where they keep babies that need special care. Most premature babies will spend time the in the NICU.
What are some common problems that premature babies have?
They may have not developed their sucking reflex yet, they may have difficulties breathing, they may have low birth weight and trouble regulating theiry body temperatures.
What is the purpose of the mucus plug?
The mucus plug seals the cervix during pregnancy. It is a barrier that keeps bacteria from entering the uterus during pregnancy.
What is an incubator?
An incubator is a device that is used to help regulate the body temperature of newborns. It is enclosed and makes it easier to control the environment that the newborn is in.
What are forceps and why are they sometimes used?
Forceps are a device that doctors use to help pull the baby from the birth canal. They fit around the babies head. They are used when the baby is stuck in the birth canal and needs extra help during delivery.
What are fontanels and how do they make child birth easier?
Fontanels are the spots in the babies skull that are not fused together yet. We commonly refer to them as “soft spots.” They help during child birth because it allows the babies head to squeeze through the birth canal.
What is a cesearan birth?
It is a surgical incision that is made in the mother’s abdomen to deliver the baby.
What is Jaundice?
It is a condition in which the liver cannot remove waste from the blood causing the baby to have a yellow tint.
What are contractions?
They are the tightening and releasing of the uterine muscles.
What scale is used to assess newborns?
The Apgar Scale. It evaluates the physical condition of the newborn based on heart rate, breathing, muscle tone, response to stimulation, and skin color.
What happens in the first stage of labor?
In the first stage of labor contractions begin causing the cervix to dialte (widen) and efface (thin).
What happens during the second stage of labor?
The baby is delivered.
What happens during the thrid stage of labor?
The placenta is delivered.
What procedures are done in the hospital to encourage and promote bonding between parents and their baby?
Immediately after the baby is delivered, it is placed on the mother’s abdomen for bonding. Then it is removed for testing and cleaning. Now most babies room-in with their mothers rather than going to the nursery.
