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Fetal development from conception to birth - Occurs when a sperm penetrates an ovum and unites with it. Normally occurs in the outer third of the fallopian tubes, near the ovary. The sperm passes through the cervix and the uterus and into the fallopian tubes by means of flagellar (whip-like) activity of their tails. Chromosome relationship to sex determination - The ovum always contributes an X chromosome (gamete) whereas the sperm can carry an X or Y chromosome. The function of amniot...

Common discomforts during preganancy - NV Breast tenderness Urinary frequency UTI Fatigue Heartburn Constipation Hemorrhoids Backaches SOB and dyspnea Leg cramps Varicose veins and lower extremity edema NV - commonly morning sickness

how long is the first trimester? - 1-13 weeks how long is the second trimester? - 14-26 weeks how long is the third trimester? - 27-40 weeks what is considered a full term baby? - 38-40 weeks how many vessels does the cord contain? - 2 arteries 1 vein fetal circulation - o2 blood enters the umbilical vein- liver- ductus venosous- vena cava- right atrium- framen ovale- left atrium- aorta- fetal body- iliac arteries- exits back to the placenta via umbilical arteries

What are the types of signs during pregnancy? - -presumptive -probable -positive What are presumptive signs of pregnancy also known as? - Subjective What are probable signs of pregnancy also known as? - Objective What are positive signs of pregnancy also known as? - Diagnostic What are examples of presumptive (subjective) signs of pregnancy? - -amenorrhea (3-4 mos) -nausea and vomiting -fatigue -urinary frequency (pregnancy vs. UTI) -breast tenderness (swelling related to increased hormo...

how long is the first trimester? - 1-13 weeks how long is the second trimester? - 14-26 weeks how long is the third trimester? - 27-40 weeks what is considered a full term baby? - 38-40 weeks how many vessels does the cord contain? - 2 arteries 1 vein fetal circulation - o2 blood enters the umbilical vein- liver- ductus venosous- vena cava- right atrium- framen ovale- left atrium- aorta- fetal body- iliac arteries- exits back to the placenta via umbilical arteries

Common discomforts during preganancy - NV Breast tenderness Urinary frequency UTI Fatigue Heartburn Constipation Hemorrhoids Backaches SOB and dyspnea Leg cramps Varicose veins and lower extremity edema NV - commonly morning sickness

What are the types of signs during pregnancy? - -presumptive -probable -positive What are presumptive signs of pregnancy also known as? - Subjective What are probable signs of pregnancy also known as? - Objective What are positive signs of pregnancy also known as? - Diagnostic What are examples of presumptive (subjective) signs of pregnancy? - -amenorrhea (3-4 mos) -nausea and vomiting -fatigue -urinary frequency (pregnancy vs. UTI) -breast tenderness (swelling related to increased hormo...

Fetal development from conception to birth - Occurs when a sperm penetrates an ovum and unites with it. Normally occurs in the outer third of the fallopian tubes, near the ovary. The sperm passes through the cervix and the uterus and into the fallopian tubes by means of flagellar (whip-like) activity of their tails. Chromosome relationship to sex determination - The ovum always contributes an X chromosome (gamete) whereas the sperm can carry an X or Y chromosome. The function of amniot...

Antepartum Care Pearson Questions And Answers

Antepartum Care Exam Questions and Answers 2023