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Human Reproduction - Labor Flashcards

1
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a series of continuous, progressive contractions of the uterus that
help the cervix dilate (open) and efface (thin)

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a series of continuous, progressive contractions of the uterus that
help the cervix dilate (open) and efface (thin)

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When does it usually occur?

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2 weeks before or after the estimated date of delivery

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pain management options during labor include

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nonmedicated
measures, analgesics and anesthesia

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4
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a developing human from usually two months after
conception to birth

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fetus

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A woman who is pregnant for the first time

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primigravida

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A woman who’s never been pregnant

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Nulligravida

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Giving or having given birth for the first time

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Primiparous

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A woman who hasn’t given birth to a child (someone
who’s had a miscarriage, stillbirth, or elective abortion but has never
given birth to a live baby)

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Nulliparous

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Having given birth two or more times

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Multiparous

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Premonitory Signs of Labor

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Lightening
Braxton hicks
Cervical Changes

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11
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when the fetus begins to set into the pelvic inlet, the
uterus moves downward and the fundus no longer presses into the
diaphragm – mom can breathe easier

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Lightening

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12
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irregular intermittent contractions that occur
throughout pregnancy; can be uncomfortable and exhausting to
mom

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Braxton Hicks

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13
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at the beginning of pregnancy it is firm, and over
time it stretches and dilates. The softening of the cervix is called
ripening.

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Cervical Changes

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14
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the mucus plug is expelled resulting to small amount of blood
loss from the exposed cervical capillaries. That blood-tinged secretion is called
bloody show. Usually, a sign that labor will begin in 24 – 48 hours.

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Bloody Show

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15
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when the membranes do rupture, the amniotic
fluid (Bag of water) may be expelled in large amounts…water breaks. Sign of
impending labor.

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Rupture of membranes

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16
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very common, approximately 24-48 hours before
labor; may experience “nesting” at this time; cause is unknown

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sudden burst of energy

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17
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weight loss of 1 – 3 lbs may occur; diarrhea; indigestion;
nausea/vomiting – cause is unknown

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Other vague signs

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18
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True labor contractions last to?

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60-90 sec each

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19
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Positions to ease labor pain

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  1. Butterfly pose
  2. Rocking cat
  3. Supported squat
  4. Standing forward wall lean
  5. Hip circles on birthing ball
  6. Hanging Kneel
  7. Side-Lying with support
  8. Frog-legging with a sheet
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20
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is an anesthetic, or numbing
agent, that’s injected directly
into the spine (is injected into
the lumbar area) — numbs
body from bellybutton to other
thigh
easily re-administered

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Epidural

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21
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one-time injection
immediate and complete relief
often combined with epidural

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Spinal Block

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22
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IV – delivered medications
inhaled nitrous oxide
reduces, but does not
eliminate pain

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Analgesics

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23
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Complementary
Method

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Breathing
Walking
Massage
Visualization

24
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Critical Factors in Labor

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  1. Birth Passage
  2. Fetus
  3. Relationship between the passage and the fetus
  4. Primary forces of labor
  5. Psychosocial considerations
25
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refers to the
route the baby takes during
childbirth.
Includes the cervix, vagina,
and vulva.
These structures stretch to
allow the baby to pass
through.

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Birth passage

26
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Types of pelvis

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Gynecoid
Android
Anthropoid
Platypelloid

27
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membranous areas where the skull is incompletely developed; soft spots that permit some movement during childbirth

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Fontanels

28
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(size and presence
of molding)

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Fetal head

29
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The position of the baby’s
body and limbs, either curled

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(flexion)

30
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The position of the baby’s
body and limbs, either curled
or stretched out

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(extension).

31
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refers to the baby’s orientation within the uterus.

A

FETAL LIE

32
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The baby is aligned with the mother’s spine, either
head-down (cephalic) or breech (buttocks or feet
first).

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Longitudinal

33
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The baby is lying sideways across the uterus.

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Transverse

34
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The baby’s head is down and will come out first.

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Cephalic

35
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Head down slighty tilt

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Oblique

35
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The baby’s buttocks or feet are
positioned to come out first.

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Breech

36
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Head horizontal

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Transverse

37
Q

Describes the part of the baby that is positioned to come
out first during delivery:

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FETAL PRESENTATION

38
Q

The baby’s shoulder is
positioned to come out first, which is less common.

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Shoulder Presentation

39
Q

The shape and size of the mother’s pelvis, which impacts
how the baby moves through the birth canal.

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Pelvic Structure

40
Q

“A good ___________ ensures a smoother delivery, while __________________can
make labor more challenging and may require medical intervention.

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alignment, misalignments

41
Q

Frequency, duration, and intensity of
uterine contractions as the fetus moves
through the birth passage
Effectiveness of the maternal pushing
effort

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PRIMARY FORCES OF LABOR

42
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time between beginning of one
contraction to the beginning of the next

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frequency

43
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beginning to completion of a
single contraction

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duration

44
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strength of contraction

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intensity

45
Q

Physical preparation for childbirth
Sociocultural values and beliefs

Previous childbirth experience
Support from significant others
Emotional status

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Psychosocial Considerations

46
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Preparing for the birth by _____________ the cervix.

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dilating

47
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Duration: Can last several hours to days.
Contractions: Mild and irregular, gradually becoming
more regular and stronger.
Cervical Dilation: 0 to 3 cm.
Signs: Backache, cramps, slight bloody discharge.

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Early Labor

48
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Contractions become stronger
and more regular.
Cervix dilates from 4 to 7 cm.

Typically lasts 4-8 hours.

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Active Labor

49
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Most intense and shortest phase.
Cervix dilates from 8 to 10 cm.

Contractions are very strong and close
together.
Lasts 30 minutes to 2 hours.

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Transition Phase

50
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Cervix fully dilated to 10 cm.
Strong urge to push.
Baby moves down the birth canal.
Ends with the birth of the baby.
Duration varies from minutes to a few

hours.

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Pushing and Birth

51
Q

Contractions continue to help deliver
the placenta.
Occurs 5-30 minutes after the baby is
born.

Ensures the uterus is clean and reduces

bleeding.

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Afterbirth

52
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Initial recovery period.
Monitoring to ensure the uterus
contracts and bleeding is controlled.
Time for bonding with the baby and
breastfeeding.

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Postpartum Period

53
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surgical procedure used
to deliver a baby
through incisions made
in the mother’s

abdomen and uterus

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C-SECTION (CESAREAN SECTION

54
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