Reproductive Medicine Flashcards
1
Q
What are the general pubertal stages in females?
A
P1: prepubertal
P2: early development of breast buds + small amounts of pubic/axillary hair
P3: increase in size of palpable breast tissue
P4: breast tissue + areolae protrude above breast level
P5: mature adult breast + pubic hair
2
Q
When does the first ovulation occur?
A
6-9 months after menarche
3
Q
What are the first signs of puberty in males?
A
testicular enlargement
prepubertal testis
4
Q
What is the Apgar score?
A
assesses the state of health of the newborn via a 10 point scale
Appearance
Pulse = 2 score: greater than 100 bpm
Grimace = 2 score: cries + pulls away
Activity = active movement + limb flexion
Respiration = 2 score: strong cry
