Test #7

Question 1

Induction

Answer 1

Artifically starting labor by use of medication or other methods, such as rupturing of membranes (Breaking the waters). Compare with augmentation

Question 2

Intercellular Fluid

Answer 2

The fluid between and inside cells. Consists of intracellular fluid and interstitial fluid.

Question 3

Internal OS

Answer 3

The opening of the cervix into the uterine cavity.

Question 4

Interstitial Fluid

Answer 4

The fluid that is found between cells.

Question 5

Intracellular Fluid

Answer 5

The fluid inside a cell.

Question 6

Intravenous

Answer 6

Within a vein. Used to refer to the administration of fluids of medicine that is given directly into the vein using a needle

Question 7

Intubation

Answer 7

Passage of a tube into the body, specifically, a breathing tube is passed through the nose or mouth into the trachea to ensure there is an airway during general anesthesia.

Question 8

Ischemia

Answer 8

A lack of oxygen.

Question 9

Ischial Spines

Answer 9

Two bony protuberances on the maternal pelvis into the pelvic outlet, generally the narrowest part of the pelvis.

Question 10

Jaundice

Answer 10

A yellowish tinge to the skin and eyes, caused by abnormally high levels of bilirubin in the blood. Physiological jaundice is a common and normal condition in newborn babies, as their body removes the additional red blood cells that they no longer need. in some rare cases, bilirubin levels rise excessively and can lead to kernicterus. Pathological jaundice results from blood disorders such as biliary obstruction and some anemias.