Module 1.6 Flashcards
1
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TORCH (acronym)
A
toxoplasmosis, other infections, rubella, cytomegalovirus infection & herpes simplex
2
Q
Herpes Virus Hominis Type 2
A
infection of the herpes virus caused in the newborn
3
Q
Diuresis
A
to urinate large amounts of urine (diabetes)
4
Q
Hyper-reflexia
A
indication of seizure (increased reflexes); important when woman presents with hypertension
5
Q
Severe Pre-Eclampsia
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is new onset of hypertension
6
Q
Phantom Pregnancy
A
has all of the usual signs & symptoms of pregnancy but not pregnant
7
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etiology
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cause of the disease