Diagnosis of pregnancy in the first 4-6 weeks Flashcards
What is the length of a normal cycle?
23-36 days
When is the EDD
-One day between 37-42 weeks
What is LMP?
-The 1st day of a woman’s LMP.
How long does a pregnancy typically last?
-280 days
How to work out EDD?
- Add 7 days
- Count back 3 months
What are the presumptive signs of pregnancy?
-Amenorrhea, breast tenderness, frequency of urinating, vomiting, fatigue, quickening
What are the probable signs of pregnancy?
-Goodell’s sign, Chadwicks sign, Hedgar’s sign, Ballotable movement, Positive pregnancy test, Braxton Hicks.
What are the positive signs of pregnancy?
-FHHR, visualisation of the fetus, palpating fetal movement, visualising fetal movements.
What is goodell’s sign?
Goodell sign is an indication of pregnancy. It is a significant softening of the vaginal portion of the cervix from increased vascularization. This vascularization is a result of hypertrophy and engorgement of the vessels below the growing uterus. This sign occurs at approximately four weeks’ gestation
What is Chadwicks sign?
Due to increased vascularity of the pregnant woman, the cervix should become a bluish/violet color and this change is known as the Chadwick sign.
What is Hegar’s sign?
Hegar’s sign is a non-sensitive indication of pregnancy in women — its absence does not exclude pregnancy. It pertains to the features of the cervix and the uterine isthmus. It is demonstrated as a softening in the consistency of the uterus, and the uterus and cervix seem to be two separate regions.
