Neonatal Flashcards

1
Q

Umbilical Arteries/Vein

A
  • 2 Arteries
  • 1 Vein
  • Cord carries blood to and away from the placenta
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2
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Placenta

A
  • Organ of Respiration

- It has increase surface area to help with gas exchange

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3
Q

Amniotic Fluid

A

Used to protect/movement/thermo

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4
Q

Lung Fluid

A

Formation/Shape

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5
Q

Fetal Shunts

A

Ductus Arteriosus
Ductus Venosus
Foramen Ovale

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6
Q

Chorionic Villi

A

-Attach the placenta to
the uterine wall
-Spaces are where gas exchange
takes place.

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7
Q

Surfactant Production

A

24 weeks

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