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OB NOTECARDS
EXAM 1
52
Nursing
Undergraduate 3
02/14/2011

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Term
Describe gynecoid Pelvis
Definition
Most common female pelvis
50% of female pelves
inlet=round
Term
Describe android pelvis
Definition
-normal male pelvis
-inlet is heat shaped
-20% females-not favorable for labor
Descent into pelvis is slow
Forcep manipulation
Extensive perineal lacerations
Term
Describe Anthropoid Pelvis
Definition
inlet is oval
2% of females
Outlet capacity=adequate
Term
Describe Platypelloid Pelvis
Definition
-Flat female pelvis
inlet= transverse oval
Outlet capacity=inadequate
5% females
Term
Which Pelvis shapes are most favorable?
Definition
Gynecoid and Anthropoid
Term
Which hormones are the ovaries sensitive to?
Definition
FSH and LH
Term
Which hormones are the uterus sensitive to?
Definition
-Estrogen
-Progesterone
Term
Describe what Estrogen does...
Definition
Increase myometrial contractility in uterus and fallopian tubes
-sensitive to oxytocin increases
-inhibits FSH production and stimulates LH production
-Decrease excitability of hypothalamus= Increase sexual desire
Term
Describe what progesterone does...
Definition
-Secreted by corpus luteum
-Decreases uterine motility and contractility caused by estrogen
-allows pregnancy to be maintained
-Prepares breast for lactation
-Critical for follicular rupture
Term
Describe what prostaglandins do
2 types..
Definition
PGE=Acts as a vasodilator
PGF= Acts as a vasoconstrictor
-facilitate process of tissue digestion-endometrial shedding (menstral period)
Term
When does the mestrual cycle begin and how long does it last?
Definition
-14 days after ovulation
-2-8 days
Term
Describe the menstrual phase...
Definition
-endometrial areas shed
-estrogen levels low
-cervical mucus=scanty, viscous, opaque
Term
Describe the proliferative Phase...
Definition
-Begins when endometrial glands enlarge-in response to increase estrogen
Term
Describe the secretory Phase...
Definition
Follows ovulation
-Endometrium=slight cellular growth
-Vascularity of Uterus increase=bed for implantation
Term
Describe Ischemic phase
Definition
Occurs when fertilization does not occurs
-menstruation
Term
Where does fertilization occurs?
Definition
Ampulla
Term
When and where does implantation occurs?
Definition
7-10 days after conception
-in fundus
Term
Name the number of arteries and veins in an umbilical chord..
Definition
2 arteries
1 vein
Term
What do the arteries carry?
Definition
Blood from fetus back to placenta
-deoxygenated blood
Term
What does the vein do?
Definition
Carry oxygenated lood from placenta to fetus
Term
Name the 3 stages of human development
Definition
Pre-embryonic
Embryonic
Fetal
Term
Describe the pre-embryonic stage
Definition
-fertilization--> day 14
-cell multiplication and differentiation
Term
Describe the embryonic stage
Definition
Day 15--> 8th week
-major organ systems and main external features develop
-most vulnerable to teratogens.
Term
Describe the Fetal stage
Definition
8th week--> birth
Refining structures and perfecting function
Term
Describe the Fetal stage
Definition
8th week--> birth
Refining structures and perfecting function
Term
What happens at 4-8 weeks?
Definition
-Heart beat and circulation begins
-Arms and legs buds are present
-Eyes and nose begin to form
Term
Describe what happens at 12 weeks
Definition
-Spontaneous movements-quickening
-Fetal heart tones (FHT) audible by doppler
Term
Describe what happens at the 20th week
Definition
"quickening"-feel fetus move b/w 16-20 wks
-respiratory movements
suck and swalllow fluid
vernix
Gender clear
Term
Describe what happens in the 24th week
Definition
-threshold of viability
-mature brain
-alveoli appear: gas exchange is possible
-Reddish, wrinkled w/vernix
Term
Describe the 32th week
Definition
Eyes opening and closing for last month
subq fat laid down
fingernails and toenails
Term
Describe the 36th week
Definition
Lanugo disappears
Few sole creases
sebaceous glands producing vernix
Scrotum descends/ labia minor and majora equally prominent
Term
Percocet:
Definition
325 mg Acetaminophen
5 mg oxycodone
-Watch for respiratory depression
-postpartum meds
Asses pain before and 1hr after administration; BP, pulse, resp
Assess for constipation
Term
Rubella Virus Vaccine
Definition
Implications: sensitivity to neomycin, eggs r gelatin, immunosupressed or has received blood transfusions.
-Do not administer within 3 months of blood transfusion
AVOID PREGNANCY FOR AT LEAST 4 WEEKS
Term
Rho GAM
Definition
300 mcg IM within 72hrs of birth
Prevent hemolytic disease in the newborn
Ensure pt. already sensitized
Term
Describe direct coombs
Definition
IF positive baby is producing antibodies against mom
Term
Describe indirect coombs test..
Definition
If positive mom is producing antibodies against baby
Term
Describe Reva Rubins Postpartum psychosocial tasks..
Definition
Taking In
Taking Hold
Letting Go
Term
What happens in "taking in"
Definition
1st or 2nd day: Self centered passive, takes care of "Her"needs
Term
Describe "taking hold"?
Definition
2nd-3rd day
-resuming control and ready to take care of newborn
Term
Describe "Letting Go"?
Definition
4th day
NEW ROLE
Term
Which hormones are elevated during pregnancy? which is responsible for suppressing Lactation?
Definition
-Elevated Estrogen and Progesterone
-PROGESTERONE
Term
Describe what happens following the delivery of the placenta
Definition
decrease Progesterone levels= inhibition removed and milk production begins
Increase Breast stimulation=increase prolactin
Increase oxytocin levels=uterus contraction- stimulates posterior pituitary to produce oxytocin
Term
Which Hormone plays a role in sluggish bowel movements
Definition
Progesterone
Term
The first void should be at least...
Definition
175-200 ccs
Term
What week does anatomy differentiate to male or female?
Definition
12th week
Term
Shares lymphatic system with other structures of the vulva→ facilitates spread of cancer→
Definition
LABIA MAJORA
Term
_______Size increases at puberty and decreases at menopause due to change in ________levels→
Definition
Labia minora; estrogen
Term
Where are barthoeins glands located and what is their function?
Definition
Vaginal vestibule; secrete clear thick liquid that enhances viability of sperm
Term
Describe role of Estrogen
Definition
Secondary sex characteristics
Term
Describe role of Progesterone?
Definition
Hormone of pregnancy b/c allows it to be maintained; inhibits action of prolactin in alpha lactal bumin synthesis→ prevent lactation in pregnancy
Term
Describe role of Estrogen
Definition
Secondary sex characteristics
Term
Describe role of Progesterone?
Definition
Hormone of pregnancy b/c allows it to be maintained; inhibits action of prolactin in alpha lactal bumin synthesis→ prevent lactation in pregnancy
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