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Module 2: Preconception, Conception Flashcards

1
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Zygote

A

Single formed cell after fusion of a sperm and ova

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2
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Embryo

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15 days to 8 weeks gestation

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3
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Fetus

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9 weeks gestation to birth

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4
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Fetal Stage

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Reproductive Changes: Distingusihable after 9 weeks!
- 28 weeks testes begin to drop

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5
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Immunologic Fetal Stage

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The only maternal immunoglobulin that can cross the placenta is IgG

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6
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Fetal Heartbeat

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120-160 BPM

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7
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Amniotic Fluid

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-Slightly Alkaline
-Fetus urinates into the fluid greatly increasing its volume
- By end of term 800-1200 mL

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8
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Polyhydramnios

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Excess Fluid

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9
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Oligohydramnios

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Less Fluid

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10
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Functions of Amniotic Fluid

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  • Acts as a cushion to protect embryo
  • Filtration
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11
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Maternal Portion of Placenta

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Red/ Flesh like

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12
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Fetal Portion of Placenta

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Shiny

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13
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Placenta Functions

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  • Metabolism
  • Nutrition
  • Immune barrier
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14
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Breast Changes in Pregnancy

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  • Enlargement, darker, larger areola
  • 20-24 weeks: Colostrum: Thick golden antibody rich substance can leak or be expressed
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15
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Braxton Hicks Contractions

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Perceived after 20 weeks, irregular, painless, change with activity
- Abdomen gets hard

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16
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Concerns with Cardiovascular System

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  • Supine hypotension
  • Dependent Edema
  • Postural Hypotension
    : Left Side lying reduces aortic compression
17
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GI Changes

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  • N/V, constipation, hemmorrhoids, gallstones, cholecystitis
18
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Urinary Tract Changes

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  • Frequency increased from pressure of uterus in first trimester and 3rd
19
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Linea Nigra

A

Dark line from umbilicus to symphysis
- Normal

20
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Epulis

A

Red gum nodule

21
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Neurologic Changes

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  • ***Headaches ( bc of increased blood volume ) muscle cramps, mental fog
22
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Endocrine Changes

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  • Decreased FSH and LH –> Amenorrhea ( spotting )
23
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Warning Signs
( 1st Trimester )

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-Severe vomiting
-Chills
-Diarrhea
- Vaginal Bleeding ( Ectopic preg, miscarriage )

24
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Warning Signs
( 2nd, 3rd )

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  • Preterm labor, vaginal bleeding, discharge from vagina, unusual fetal movement
25
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( MMR ) Rubella and Varicella

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  • Greatest risk to fetus in the 1st trimester
  • Vaccinate prior to conception or right away postpartum
26
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Treat all GBS cultures with Penicillin G

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-Culture all preg women at 35-37 weeks
- Closely monitor baby for 48 hrs after

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