Gcse Questions Flashcards
1
Q
Health factors that should be considered as pre-conceptual care
(5)
A
- avoid alcohol
- avoid smoking
- healthy diet
- avoid recreational drugs
- genetic counselling
- exercise to maintain fitness
- increase or reduce weight if obese or underweight
2
Q
4 signs of early pregnancy
A
- missed period
- urinating more frequently
- tender and enlarged breasts
- nausea and sickness
- tiredness
3
Q
Pregnancy can be confirmed by a urine test. What hormone can be detected
A
Gonadotropin
4
Q
Give two reasons why an amniocentesis test may be needed
A
- Check for Down syndrome
- history of genetic disorders
- female is over 35
5
Q
What does viable mean
A
Baby would survive outside the uterus
6
Q
Pain relief during pregnancy that doesn’t use drugs
A
- breathing techniques
- Tens
- homeopathy
- acupuncture
- massage
7
Q
First stage of labour
A
- the waters may break
- contractions tighten and shorten
- contractions gradually open up the cervix
- stage can cause sweating,vomiting, loss of bladder and vowel control
8
Q
Second stage of labour
A
- cervix is fully dilated
- contractions become stronger and more painful
- mother encouraged to push
- once head can be seen mother told to stop pushing and to pant
9
Q
Third stage of labour
A
- after baby is born
- more contractions will push out the placenta
- 20-60 minutes
10
Q
Name three health professionals involved in care of newborn baby
A
- paediatrician
- midwife
- doctor
- health visitor
11
Q
Reflex actions
A
- sucking
- rooting
- palmar
- falling
- startle
12
Q
Common childhood disease
A
Measles Mumps Rubella Chickenpox Scarlet fever
13
Q
Methods of taking a child’s temperature
A
Forehead thermometer
Ear thermometer
Digital thermometer under arm
