Med Term

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hypothalamus

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responsible for the release of a number of growth hormones that lead to the development of the genital organs and the functioning of the reproductive system

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genitalia

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reproudctive organs and the structures located in the lower abdomen and pelvis

external and internal organs

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vulva

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external genital organs of a female

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perineum

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external area between the vulva (or scrotum) and anus

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Bartholin's glands

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located near the vaginal opening, at the base of the labia majora

mucous glands that keep the vagina lubricated

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antepartum

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before birth

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antepartum unit

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part of a hospital's obstetrical unit

designed specifically for excpectant mothers whoa re experiencing high-risk complications

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hypertension of pregnancy

preeclampsia

pregnancy-induced hyptertension (PIH)

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one of the most comon reasons for admission to an antepartum unit

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Leopold's Maneuvers

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methodical movements used in the processes of palpation and evaluation of the position of the fetus in utero

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fetal position

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the relationship of the fetus's body landmarks with their location or position within the woman's abdomen

assessed through abdominal palpation

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fetal presentation

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determination of which part of the fetus is entering the birth canal first

discovered through vaginal inspection

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fetal attitude

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posture of the fetus in utero during the last months of pregnancy

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fetal heart monitor (FHM)

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machine designed to monitor the fetus's heartbeat in utero

coposed of two sensitive elctrodes that are placed on the abdomen

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nonstress test (NST)

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an external and noninvasive method of monitoring the fetus

used to assess fetal heart rate and movement

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uterine activity

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contractions and any changes in the sound and frequency of the fetal heartbeat

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cervix

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the narrow passage that leads from the uterus into the vagina

becomes birth canal/passage

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call bell

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device found in hospitals and care facilities that is used to summon the care staff to the patient's bedside

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primigravida

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pregnant for the first time

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nullipara

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never given birth before

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gravid

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pregnant; heavy with child

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gravida

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a pregnant woman

a woman's status regarding pregnancy

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maternity

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motherhood

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maternal health

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the health of the mother during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period

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gestation

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the length of time from conception to birth

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fetus

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the medical term for the stage of human development from 8 gestational weeks until birth

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uterus

womb

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reproductive organ

provides a safe, protective, and nourishing environment for the grwoing embryo and fetus

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placenta

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organ reproduction that attaches the embryo or fetus to the inside of the uternine wall and, by doing so, is able to provide nutrients, remove waste products, and provide vital gas exchances that promote health growth

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labor

parturition

childbirth

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the process of giving birth

divided into 3 stages: dilation, expulsion, placental

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delivery

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the end point of labor, including expulsion of the placeta and its membranes

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birth

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the act of being born

when the child passes through the uterus into the world

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ABO

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antibody screen

performed during last trimester of pregnancy

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antibodies

antiglobulins

immunoglobulins

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specialized proteins produced in response to foreign antigens being introduced into the body

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antigens

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proteins, glycoproteins, carbohydrates, or glycolipids found on the red blood cells

cause antibodies to react

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Rh factor

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classification system used to type blood for transfusion purposes

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Rh

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type of antigen (protein) found on the membranous surface of red blood cells

most important of 5 subtypes is D

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ketones

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water-soluble compounds in the body that are byproducts of the rbeakdown of fatty acids

excreted in urine

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proteins

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essential elements at all levels of the body

composed of amino acids

provide nourishment and energy

tested during pregnancy to rule out UTI and maternal kidney disease

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mm^3

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cubic millimeters

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mg/dL

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milligrams per deciliter

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baselines

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measurements that can be used to compare any changes in the patient's status while they are being observed and treated

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placental abruption

planeta abruptio

abruptio placentae

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detachment of the placenta from the uterus

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hematoma

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mass of blood in the tissue located under the distal edge of the placenta

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accels

accelerations

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increases in the fetal heart rate as compared with the baseline

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decels

decelerations

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decreases in the fetal heart rate as compared with the baseline that occur in relation to contractions and that are not normal in a non-laboring patient

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variability

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measure of the difference in the beat-to-beat intervals of the fetal heart rate

read on the FHR tracing

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vaginal discharge

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secretions from the vagina

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urine dip

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urine test in whcih a dipstick is inserted into the patient's urine

identifies protein (albumin), glucose, ketones, blood, leukocytes, bilirubin, nitrite, pH, and specific gravity

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UC

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uterine contractions

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uterine pressure

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pressure exerted onto the pelvis by expanding uterus

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vaginal bleeding

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type of bleeding that is not expected in a pregnant woman

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amniotic fluid

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fluid that gathers in the amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus, particularly by the second trimester

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uterine wall

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the outer edge of the uterus that separates it from the other organs in the abdomen

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internal bleeding

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bleeding that occurs within the body as a result of damage to an artery or vein

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Cesarean secretion

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surgical procedure in which the birth occurs through an abdominal and uterine incision

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general anesthetic

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drug that causes lack of sensation or a lack of feeling

completely knocks the patient out

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left lateral tilt

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position in which the patient's right hip is slightly elevated on the operating table

facilitates the maintenance of blood pressure and maternal-fetal blood gas exchanges

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indwelling catheter

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urinary catheter inserted through the urinary meatus into the bladder

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sterile prep

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preparation of the patient for sugery with the use of disinfecting agents and the creation of a sterile environment or sterile filed from which to work

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drape

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sterile sheet made of fabric or paper

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Pfannenstiel incision

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incision that transverses the lower abdomen, including the rectus abdominis

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vertex

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the normal presentation for a fetus, with the head tucked down on the chest and the crown of the head facing the birth canal

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cord gases

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a blood test performed on specimens that are taken from the umbilical cord

identify the newborn's pH balance and detects neurological complications and hypoxia

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hypoxia

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lack of oxygen

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controlled cord traction

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the placenta is removed from the mother through a controlled procedure

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resuscitation

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process of reviving or bringing to life by providing air

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respiratory effort

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breathing effort

measured using Apgar score

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positive pressure

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forcing air into the lungs

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gavage

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nutrients are administered either through nasogastric or orogastric tubes

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nasogastric

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nose to stomach

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orogastric

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mouth to stomach

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Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)

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lungs suddenly stop functioning

occurs when the lungs lack the ability to produce surfactant

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surfactant

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substance needed to allow the lungs to expand properly after birth

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ventilation

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use of a ventilator machine that pups continuous oxygenated air for a patient who cannot breathe on his or her own

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continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

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machine blows oxygenated air into the patient at a prescribed pressure through nasal prongs

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Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPND)

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chrnoic lung disases that is caused by injury to immature lungs

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muscle tone

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amount of tension or resistance present in a muscle at any given time

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muscle tension

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continuous partial contraction of a muscle

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apnea of prematurity

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result of neruological immaturity, particularly in the medulla oblongata of the brainstem

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arterial ischemic stroke

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rare event

most often seen in premature babies

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anemia of prematurity

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occurs because the premature neonate lacks the appropirate number of red blood cells necessary to carry adequate oxygen to the body

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Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

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condition in which a short blood vessel that connects the main blood vessels that support the lungs and the aorta has not closed during fetal development

lead to heart failure

congenital

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congenital

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present at birth

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Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH)

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acute critical event in which a blood vessel in the brain bursts and floods the ventricles of the brain

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Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

retrolental fibroplasia

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condition in which the eyes of premature infancts are vulnerable to injury after brith

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retina

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the organ in the back of the eye that sense light and sends impulses to the brain that enable us to see