Prenatal/baby Flashcards
Describe the neonate adaptation for circulation?
After birth, the path of the blood took during prenatal life changes to allow the neonate to by pass the loop previously taken by the placenta. When the umbilical cord is cut the hole in the heart is closed and blood can circulate to the lungs.
Describe the neonate adaptation for respiration?
Before birth they relied on the placenta to do this job. After the umbilical cord is cut,the neonate must adapt to breathing. Lungs become inflated (compact before) and then starts to breathe.
Describe the neonate adaptation for digestion ?
Adapts to drinking and digesting milk in order to obtain its nutrients.
Describe the neonate adaptation for removal of waste?
The placenta delivered nutrients that were digested and waste was removed by the placenta. After birth the immediately passes urine, and usually the first poo is discoloured and quite smelly.
When is the embryo/foetus most vulnerable?
At around 8 weeks
What is the embryonic stage?
Starts at the beginning of the 3rd week after conception.
Time when mass cells become a distinct human being
Eyes, head and nose start to form.
What is the foetal stage?
It begins during the 9th week and lasts till birth
Time of development eg. Brain and spinal cord
What is a neonate?
It is a new born baby less than 4 weeks of age
During this time the neonate adapts to their new environment
What is a teratogen?
Teratogens are substances that interfere with the normal development of the foetus. Eg alcohol,drugs,prescription and over the counter drugs
What does FAS stand for?
Foetal
Alcohol
Syndrome
What are some indicators of FAS?
Low birth weight
Smaller head and eyes
Flatter face and bridge of nose
Thinner than normal upper lip
What effects does FAS have on health?
Heart defects Mental health difficulties Risks of alcohol and drug abuse in the future Behavioural difficulties Low birth weight
What affects does FAS have on development
Low IQ
developmental delays
Learning difficulties
Memory problems
What are some organisations for expecting mothers and young mothers?
Counselling Clubs and groups Parent line Trustworthy websites Midwives and doctors Hospitals Program's Local Counsel Funding/payments Meditation and soothing classes etc.
