Pregnancy Flashcards
When do we start dating a pregnancy in Canada?
The first day of the last menstrual period
The due date is equivalent to how many weeks of pregnancy?
40 weeks
A first-time mom will typically feel the baby’s movements after how many weeks of pregnancy?
20-22 weeks
When does the second trimester begin?
14 weeks of pregnancy
At how many weeks can an ultrasound detect the fetal heartbeat?
5-6 weeks
Which root is often used to relieve nausea?
Ginger
When is the placenta typically ready to take over nourshimemt for the baby?
By 12 weeks
Name a placental complication in pregnancy that typically presents with high blood pressure.
Pre-eclampsia
When is the detailed ultrasound typically scheduled?
18-22 weeks
If a pregnant person suffers abdominal trauma, for example in a car accident, how many hours of fetal heart monitoring are recommended?
4 hours
Do Rh positive or negative blood types require immunoglobulin administration at 28 weeks of pregnancy?
Negative
What percentage of women develop gestational diabetes in Canada?
15%
How expensive is non-invasive prenatal testing in BC if completed out-of-pocket in the first trimester?
$300-800
Which over the counter medication is recommended to reduce the risk of pre-eclampsia in some pregnancies?
Aspirin
How many cups of caffeine per day are considered safe in pregnancy?
1-2 cups
