Vocab continued

Question 1

Quickening

Answer 1

fetus gives indications of life

Question 2

Lightening

Answer 2

Descent of uterus into pelvic cavity. Occurs towards end to pregnancy. Changes contour of abdomen and makes breathing easier because of less pressure on the diaphragm.

Question 3

Placenta

Answer 3

forms lining of uterus but the union of the uterine mucous membrane with the membranes of the fetus. Provides nourishment and elimination of wastes

Question 4

show

Answer 4

the appearance of blood. sign of impending labor.

Question 5

ruptured membranes

Answer 5

rupture of amniotic sack. usually occurs at full term

Question 6

dilation/dilatation

Answer 6

making wider

Question 7

effacement

Answer 7

the thinning of the cervix (the cause of show)

Question 8

station

Answer 8

how far the baby is in relation to the middle of the pelvis

Question 9

episiotomy

Answer 9

incision n the perineum and vagina to allow sufficient clearance at birth

Question 10

primipara

Answer 10

first time mom. women who has only been pregnant once

Question 11

gravida

Answer 11

status regarding pregnancy. Followed by a number stating how often she has been pregnant.

Question 12

Gravid

Answer 12

pregnant

Question 13

GTPAL

Answer 13

Gravida Term Preterm Abortion Living

Question 14

Oxytocin

Answer 14

Polypeptide hormone, Stimulates contraction of the smooth muscles of the uterus

Question 15

VBAC

Answer 15

Vaginal Birth after Cesarean.