Doula Test #2 Questions and
Answers 100% PASS
Define 511—ANSWER-contractions are 5 minuterm-14tes apart, lasting 1 minute for oe
hnour
What is a doula?—ANSWER-A nonmedical care person providing continuous care
throughout pregnancy, delivery, and post party
What is a CNM—ANSWER-A certified nurse midwife- can work in a hospital with low risk
births
What is the difference between OB and GYN—ANSWER-OB handles all things related to birth
and gyn handles things related to sexual and reproductive health
Who is the father of gynecology?—ANSWER-James Marion Sims
What is Reproductive Health?—ANSWER-A movement started by 12 black women in
Chicago 1994 defined by a woman's right to reproductive freedom
Define maternal mortality and morbidity—ANSWER-Morbidity refers to the conditions a
woman may develop during pregnancy that threaten the health of her and the baby and
could lead to mortality or death as a result of pregnancy or related complication
, Define HIPAA—ANSWER-Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,
protects a patient/birthing persons information from the public
Baby is at -3, cervix is at 10cm and fully effaced. What might be your next steps?—ANSWER-
Mom should be allowed to labor down and allow gravity to bring the baby to an outlet
position. Throne position, Hands and Knees, Yoga Ball, Flying Cowgirl
Define the first trimester—ANSWER-1-12 weeks, indicated by missed period, tender breast,
strong sense of smell/nausea, vomiting, fatigue. During this stage, the babies organs begin to
form along with identifiable features
Define the second trimester—ANSWER-13-28 weeks, gender is determined, mothers vitals
are closely monitored to prevent morbidity, an anatomy scan of the baby can be done. Fetus
is considered viable at 23 weeks. Kicks and movements are frequent as baby's brain
develops. Mom may experience muscle ligament pain as her abdomen begins to stretch
Define the third trimester—ANSWER-29-40 weeks, baby will begin to turn head down, lungs
will develop, mom may be swabbed for group b strep. 10 movements an hour is ideal
Define Primip and multip—ANSWER-first time mom and mom of multiple
List the signs of labor—ANSWER-loose stool, mucus plug (may grow back) contractions that
grow in consistency and strength, lower back or abdomen pain,
What is the main difference between prodomol labor and Braxton hicks?—ANSWER-while
both are painful, consistent, and do not lead to any dilation or effacement, Braxton Hicks will
go away with relaxation and a change of position while prodomol labor will remain
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Answers 100% PASS
Define 511—ANSWER-contractions are 5 minuterm-14tes apart, lasting 1 minute for oe
hnour
What is a doula?—ANSWER-A nonmedical care person providing continuous care
throughout pregnancy, delivery, and post party
What is a CNM—ANSWER-A certified nurse midwife- can work in a hospital with low risk
births
What is the difference between OB and GYN—ANSWER-OB handles all things related to birth
and gyn handles things related to sexual and reproductive health
Who is the father of gynecology?—ANSWER-James Marion Sims
What is Reproductive Health?—ANSWER-A movement started by 12 black women in
Chicago 1994 defined by a woman's right to reproductive freedom
Define maternal mortality and morbidity—ANSWER-Morbidity refers to the conditions a
woman may develop during pregnancy that threaten the health of her and the baby and
could lead to mortality or death as a result of pregnancy or related complication
, Define HIPAA—ANSWER-Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,
protects a patient/birthing persons information from the public
Baby is at -3, cervix is at 10cm and fully effaced. What might be your next steps?—ANSWER-
Mom should be allowed to labor down and allow gravity to bring the baby to an outlet
position. Throne position, Hands and Knees, Yoga Ball, Flying Cowgirl
Define the first trimester—ANSWER-1-12 weeks, indicated by missed period, tender breast,
strong sense of smell/nausea, vomiting, fatigue. During this stage, the babies organs begin to
form along with identifiable features
Define the second trimester—ANSWER-13-28 weeks, gender is determined, mothers vitals
are closely monitored to prevent morbidity, an anatomy scan of the baby can be done. Fetus
is considered viable at 23 weeks. Kicks and movements are frequent as baby's brain
develops. Mom may experience muscle ligament pain as her abdomen begins to stretch
Define the third trimester—ANSWER-29-40 weeks, baby will begin to turn head down, lungs
will develop, mom may be swabbed for group b strep. 10 movements an hour is ideal
Define Primip and multip—ANSWER-first time mom and mom of multiple
List the signs of labor—ANSWER-loose stool, mucus plug (may grow back) contractions that
grow in consistency and strength, lower back or abdomen pain,
What is the main difference between prodomol labor and Braxton hicks?—ANSWER-while
both are painful, consistent, and do not lead to any dilation or effacement, Braxton Hicks will
go away with relaxation and a change of position while prodomol labor will remain
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protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
