Obstetric Therapeutic Terms Flashcards
1
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amnioinfusion
A
introduction of a solution into the amniotic sac
2
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therapeutic abortion (TAB)
A
abortion introduced by mechanical means or by drugs for medical reasons
3
Q
version
A
manual method for reversing the position of the fetus
4
Q
external version
A
abdominal manipulation
5
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internal version
A
intravaginal manipulation
6
Q
abortifacient
A
drug that causes abortion
7
Q
Rh immune globulin
A
immunizing agent given to the Rh negative mother within 72 hrs after delivering an Rh positive baby to suppress the Rh immune response
8
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tocolytic agent
A
drug used to stop labor contractions
