Prenatal Development Flashcards
Steps from Conception to Implantation
- Zygote, 2. Blastocyst, 3. Implantation
Prenatal Development: Zygote
Implantation; Placenta and Umbilical Cord
Implantation (Zygote)
- Trophoblast forms the amnion which encases the embryonic disk in amniotic fluid
- Development of a nourishing yolk sac
Placenta and Umbilical Cord (Zygote)
- Trophoblast develops the chorion which surrounds the amnion (Development of villi)
- Development of placenta
Embryo Wk 2-4
Formation of the 3 layers of cells; Neural tube formation
Embryo Wk 4-8
- Structural foundations: eyes, ears, nose, jaw, neck, and buds for arms, legs, finger sand toes
- Neuron production
- Sensory abilities and small movement
Fetus Month 3
- Organization of muscles and nerves permit more coordinated movement
- Structural details complete
- Sex can be determined at 12 weeks
Fetus Second Trimester
- Vernix and lanugo development
- Glial cell and synaptic connection formation permits greater, purposeful movement capacities
Fetus Third Trimester
- Age of viability
- Sleep/wake cycle is more predictable
- Activity level increases Habituation and learning capabilities
Threats to Fetal Development
Teratogens
Teratogens
- Drugs
- Disease
- Poison
- Alcohol
- Smoking
- Radiation
Impact of Teratogens on developing fetus depends on…
- Dose
- Frequency
- Heredity
- Age
- Other negative influences
Teratogens effects during period of dividing Zygote, Implantation
Usually not susceptible to teratogens (Prenatal Death)
Teratogens effects during embryonic period (in weeks)
3: CNS; 4-5: Eyes, Heart, Arm, Leg; 6: Teeth, Ear; 7: Palate; 8: Ear, External Genitals (Major Structural Abnormalities)
Teratogens effects during Fetal Period (in weeks) Full Term
9: Brain, External Genitals; 16: Brain (Physiological effects and Minor Structural Abnormalities)
Maternal Factors in Infant Development
- Infectious Diseases
- Nutrition
- Emotional Stress
- Rh Blood Factor
- (Maternal) Age
Prenatal Development and Later Health
Low/High Birth Weight
Low Birth Weight (Prenatal Development and Later Health)
Greater chance of Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes
High Birth Weight (Prenatal Development and Later Health)
Greater chance of breast cancer
Stage 1 of Birth
Dilation and Effacement; Transition
Dilation and Effacement (A: Stage 1 of Birth)
Contractions of the uterus cause dilation and effacement of the cervix