chapter 9 Flashcards

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puerper/o

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childbirth

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esophagus (tube leading from the throat to the stomach)

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scanty, few

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pelvis, pelvic cavity

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first (Note: the combining vowel is i.)

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pylorus, pyloric sphincter

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malformations

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painful, abnormal, difficult, labored

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many, much

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noun suffix, no meaning

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pertaining to

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amnion, amniotic fluid

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hernia, protrusion

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surgical puncture to aspirate fluid (with a sterile needle)

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noun suffix, no meaning

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substance or agent that produces or causes

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producing, originating, causing

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process of recording, radiographic imaging

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pertaining to

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inflammation

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one who studies and treats (specialist, physician)

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tumor, swelling

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flow, discharge

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birth, labor

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cut into, incision

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noun suffix, no meaning

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noun suffix, no meaning

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inflammation of the amnion

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inflammation of the chorion and amnion

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cancerous tumor of the chorion

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difficult labor (obstructed or prolonged; causes may be from maternal factors, such as ineffective uterine contractions and abnormal pelvic shape, or from fetal causes, such as large size and abnormal birth presentation)

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rupture of the uterus

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scanty amnion water (less than the normal amount of amniotic fluid; 500 mL or less)

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much amnion water (more than the normal amount of amniotic fluid; 2000 mL or more) (also called hydramnios)

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false pregnancy

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termination of pregnancy by the expulsion from the uterus of an embryo or fetus before viability, usually before 20 weeks of gestation. Spontaneous abortion is the termination of pregnancy that occurs naturally and is commonly referred to as miscarriage. Induced abortion is the intentional termination of pregnancy by surgical or medical intervention.

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premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall; can cause antepartum hemorrhage (severe bleeding before giving birth); (also called placental abruption)

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severe complication and progression of preeclampsia characterized by convulsion (see preeclampsia later). Eclampsia is a potentially life-threatening disorder.

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nonviable pregnancy occurring outside the uterus, commonly in the fallopian tubes; life-threatening if left untreated

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growth of the placenta into the uterine wall, resulting in the inability to detach after delivery; types describing the severity of the abnormal attachment include accreta, increta, and percreta. Serious condition that increases the risk of postpartum hemorrhage (severe bleeding after giving birth).

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abnormally low implantation of the placenta on the uterine wall completely or partially covering the cervix. Dilation of the cervix can cause separation of the placenta from the uterine wall, resulting in bleeding. With severe hemorrhage, a cesarean section is necessary to save the mother and baby’s life.

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abnormal condition encountered during pregnancy or shortly after delivery characterized by high blood pressure and proteinuria, but with no convulsions. The cause is unknown; if not successfully treated, the condition can progress to eclampsia.

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softening of the larynx (causes inhalation stridor in infants)

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(fetus with a very) small head

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inflammation of the umbilicus

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hernia at the umbilicus (a part of the intestine protrudes through the abdominal wall at birth)

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narrowing pertaining to the pyloric sphincter (Congenital pyloric stenosis occurs in 1 of every 200 newborns.)

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abnormal passageway pertaining to the trachea and esophagus (between the trachea and esophagus)

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congenital split of the lip or roof of the mouth; one or both deformities may be present (cleft indicates a fissure)

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congenital stenosis (narrowing) that occurs in the arch of the aorta

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herpes-type virus that crosses the placenta. Symptoms in newborns may include jaundice, microcephaly, developmental delay and hearing loss; some infants may have no symptoms.

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heart abnormality present at birth

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genetic condition caused by a chromosomal abnormality characterized by varying degrees of intellectual, developmental, and physical disorders or defects (there is an extra 21st chromosome; hence, it is also called trisomy 21)

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condition of the fetus and newborn characterized by destruction of erythrocytes, usually caused by incompatibility of maternal and fetal blood Rh factors; may result in anemia, limiting the blood‘s ability to carry enough oxygen to tissues. (also called hemolytic disease of the newborn)

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congenital absence of part of the esophagus. Food cannot pass from the baby’s mouth to the stomach.

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condition caused by excessive alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Various birth defects may be present, including central nervous system dysfunction and malformations of the skull and face.

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congenital fissure of the abdominal wall that is not at the umbilicus. Enterocele, protrusion of the intestine, is usually present.

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respiratory complication in the newborn, especially in premature infants. In premature infants RDS is caused by normal immaturity of the respiratory system, resulting in compromised respiration. (formerly called hyaline membrane disease)

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congenital defect in the vertebral column caused by the failure of the vertebral arch to close. If the meninges protrude through the opening, the condition is called meningocele. Protrusion of both the meninges and spinal cord is called myelomeningocele.

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incision into the amnion (rupture of the amniotic sac to induce labor; a special hook is generally used to make the incision)

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incision into the vulva (perineum) (sometimes performed during delivery to prevent a traumatic tear of the vulva) (also called perineotomy)

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suturing the cervix closed to prevent dilation and premature delivery

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birth of a fetus through an incision in the mother’s abdomen and uterus (may also be spelled caesarean)

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method of fertilizing human ova outside the body and placing the zygote into the uterus; used when infertility is present

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surgical puncture to aspirate amniotic fluid (The needle is inserted through the abdominal and uterine walls, using ultrasound to guide the needle. It is a prenatal test in which the fluid is used for the assessment of fetal health and maturity to aid in diagnosing fetal abnormalities.)

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pertaining to the pelvis, process of recording sound; used extensively to evaluate the fetus and pregnancy (also called pelvic ultrasonography, pelvic ultrasound, and obstetric ultrasonography)

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ultrasound test to check the back of the fetal neck for extra fluid or thickening. It is usually performed between 11 and 13 weeks of pregnancy and, when combined with first trimester screening blood tests, may reveal an increased risk for Down syndrome or other congenital disorders.

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blood test performed during the second trimester measuring four hormone levels that can reveal an increased risk of certain disorders in the developing fetus.

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system for rapid neonatal assessment at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. Five vital criteria, including heart rate, respiration, muscle tone, response to stimulation, and color, are assessed and scored on a 0-2 scale, with 7-10 considered normal

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prenatal test that takes a sample of the area of blood supply in the placenta either through the abdominal wall or the vagina.

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discharge (escape) of amniotic fluid

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rupture of the amnion

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(spontaneous) discharge of milk (also called galactorrhea)

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before childbirth (reference to the mother)

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pregnant (is or has been pregnant, regardless of pregnancy outcome)

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pertaining to pregnancy and childbirth (from pregnancy until reproductive organs return to normal after delivery)

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within (during) labor and childbirth

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producing milk (by stimulation)

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many pregnancies (has been pregnant two or more times)

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many births (has given birth to two or more viable offspring)

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no pregnancies (has never been pregnant)

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no births (has not given birth to a viable offspring)

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birth (has given birth to an offspring after the point of viability—20 weeks, whether the fetus is alive or stillborn)

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after childbirth (reference to the mother)

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first pregnancy (pregnant for the first time)

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first birth (has given birth to an offspring after the point of viability—20 weeks)

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pertaining to childbirth (immediately after childbirth and the time until reproductive organs return to normal)

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thin, milky fluid secreted by the breast during pregnancy and during the first days after birth before lactation begins

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vaginal discharge after childbirth

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first feeling of movement of the fetus in utero by the pregnant woman. It usually occurs between 16 and 20 weeks of gestation.

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individual who practices midwifery

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practice of assisting in childbirth

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physician who specializes in obstetrics

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medical specialty dealing with pregnancy, childbirth, and puerperium

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birth position in which the buttocks, feet, or knees emerge first

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birth position in which any part of the head emerges first. It is the most common presentation.

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outside the body or in a lab setting

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within the living body

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secretion of milk

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act of giving birth

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period from delivery until the reproductive organs return to normal (approximately 6 weeks)

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physician who studies and treats disorders of the newborn

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study of the newborn (branch of medicine that deals with diagnosis and treatment of disorders in newborns)

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study of malformations (usually in regard to malformations caused by teratogens on the developing embryo)

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pertaining to the fetus

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pertaining to birth

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new birth (an infant from birth to 4 weeks of age) (synonymous with newborn [NB])

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pertaining to after birth (reference to the newborn)

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pertaining to before birth (reference to the newborn)

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(any agent) producing malformations (in the developing embryo)

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producing malformations (in the developing embryo)

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abnormality present at birth; often discovered before birth by sonography or amniocentesis

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first stool of the newborn (greenish-black)

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process of feeding through a tube

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infant born before completing 37 weeks of gestation (also called preterm infant)

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born dead (death of fetus after 20 weeks of pregnancy)

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antepartum hemorrhage

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cytomegalovirus

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fetal alcohol syndrome

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placenta accreta spectrum

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postpartum hemorrhage

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respiratory distress syndrome

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chorionic villus sampling

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cesarean section

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in vitro fertilization

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vaginal birth after cesarean (section)

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obstetrics

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multipara; spoken as a whole word (MUL-tip)

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primipara; spoken as a whole word (PRĪ-mip)

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date of birth

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expected (estimated) date of delivery

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last menstrual period

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