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uterus pre-pregnancy capacity & weight
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10 ML & 1.8-2.5 OZ
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uterus end of preg. capacity and weight
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5000 ML & 2.2 LB
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uterus pattern of growth is _____ so this helps us determine the _____ ______ of the fetus, thus determining gestational age.
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uterus pattern of growth is predictable so this helps us determine the fundal height of the fetus, thus determining gestational age.
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at 12 weeks gestation, the fundal height should be located/palpated where??
how many CM ? |
palpable at/above pubis symphysis
12 cm |
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at 20 weeks gestation, the fundal height should be located/palpated where??
How many CM? |
at umbilicus
20 cm |
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at 36-40 weeks gestation, the fundal height should be located/palpated where??
How many CM? |
at xiphoid process (pressing on diaphragm, causing SOB, until lightning occurs)
36-40 CM |
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what is lightning
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the descent of the fetal head into the pelvic cavity. the uterus sinks lower, reducing pressure on the diaphragm. Occurs from 36-40 weeks.
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Uterine blood flow is increased or decreased?
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Uterine blood flow is increased R/t growth of uterus, maintenance of placenta, and fetal nutrition.
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blood flow to uterus = how many ML?
Blood flow to the placenta = how many ML? |
uterus = 750 ml/min
placenta = 450-650 ml/min |
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what is McDonalds rule
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that the distance from the symphysis to fundus in cm's equals the number of weeks gestation from 16-40 weeks
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at 16 weeks gestation where should the fetus be?
How many CM? |
midway between the symphysis and the umbilicus
16 Cm |
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Chadwicks sign is ______?
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one of the earliest signs of pregnancy
bluish purple cervix |
