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Components Of The Birthing Process Flashcards

1
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What is the first stage of labor?

A

The first stage of labor is the longest and involves the onset of regular contractions and the dilation of the cervix.

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What is the second stage of labor?

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The second stage of labor is when the baby is pushed out through the birth canal.

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What is the third stage of labor?

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The third stage of labor is the delivery of the placenta.

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What is the term for the thinning of the cervix in preparation for labor?

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Effacement

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During which stage of labor does the amniotic sac rupture?

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The first stage of labor

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True or False: The baby’s head is typically the presenting part during birth.

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True

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7
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What hormone plays a key role in initiating labor contractions?

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Oxytocin

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What is the medical term for the process of giving birth?

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Parturition

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During which stage of labor does the mother experience the urge to push?

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The second stage of labor

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10
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What is the term for the baby’s first bowel movement after birth?

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Meconium

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11
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What is the normal position of the baby during birth?

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Head down

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True or False: Braxton Hicks contractions are considered true labor contractions.

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False

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What is the term for the baby’s first cry after birth?

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The transitional cry

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What is the term for the medical procedure used to assist in the delivery of a baby?

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Assisted delivery

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15
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True or False: The umbilical cord is usually clamped and cut immediately after birth.

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True

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16
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What is the term for the process of the uterus returning to its normal size after birth?

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Involution

17
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What is the term for the fluid-filled sac that surrounds the baby in the womb?

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Amniotic sac

18
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During which stage of labor does the baby rotate to face the mother’s back?

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The second stage of labor

19
Q

True or False: Epidurals are commonly used to manage pain during labor.

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True

20
Q

What is the term for the surgical incision made to enlarge the vaginal opening during birth?

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Episiotomy

21
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What is the term for the baby’s first feeding, usually within the first hour after birth?

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The first latch

22
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True or False: Delayed cord clamping is a practice that allows more blood to flow from the placenta to the baby.

A

True

23
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What is the term for the thinning and opening of the cervix during labor?

A

Dilation

24
Q

What is the term for a baby born before 37 weeks of gestation?

A

Preterm baby

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