Foetal Development Flashcards
1
Q
How long is the foetal period?
A
From week 9 of development through to birth
2
Q
During weeks 9-12 what changes in the foetus?
A
- doubles in size
- body strengthens
- fingernails, toenails and hair appear
- mother starts to show a bump
3
Q
What occurs during week 12-16 ?
A
- uterus expands
- foetus grows to 18cm long and weighs 100 g
- fingerprints appear
- mother may feel foetal movement
4
Q
At 20 weeks what occurs?
A
- foetus grows to 25cm long and weighs 300g
- kicking and turning can be clearly felt by mother
5
Q
At 28 weeks of development what occurs?
A
- foetus goes to 38cm long and weighs 1000g
- Brain shows developed areas
- testes descend in scrotum in males
6
Q
At 40 weeks what events take place?
A
- foetus is ready for birth
- foetus becomes cramped
- grows to 50cm long and weighs 2500-4500g
- foetus turns to head down position
- foetus gains antibodies from mother
7
Q
When is the start of the foetal period?
A
During week 9 of development.
