Pregnancy Flashcards

1
Q

When does pregnancy occur?

A

40 wks- day of last menstrual cycle
38 wks- from ovulation/conception

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2
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What is softening of cervix?
What causes it?

A

Breakdown collagen
Relaxin, oest, prog

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3
Q

What is partuition?

A

Birth process

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5
Q

What causes labour?

A

Oxytocin
Positive feedback from pressure on cervix- increase release- increase contractions- cervix dilates

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