Doula Vocabulary Words Exam
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Doula—ANSWER-a person who is trained to assist a woman during childbirth and who may
provide support to the family after the baby is born.
Midwife—ANSWER-a person qualified to deliver babies and to care for women before,
during, and after childbirth.
Obstetricians—ANSWER-Medical doctors who specialize in pregnancy and birth.
Gestational diabetes—ANSWER-A type of diabetes that occurs only during pregnancy.
Braxton-Hicks contractions—ANSWER-Irregular contractions of the womb (the uterus)
occurring towards the middle/ end of pregnancy. Also called false labor.
Lamaze method—ANSWER-Natural childbirth method that focuses on relaxation and
breathing techniques, using a focal point and an emotional coach.
Rh Factor—ANSWER-When the type of protein in red blood cells do not match between the
mother and baby.
Pictocin—ANSWER-It can cause or strengthen labor contractions during childbirth, and
control bleeding after childbirth.
, Amniotic Fluid—ANSWER-the serous fluid in which the embryo or fetus is suspended within
the uterus.
APGAR Score—ANSWER-an index used to evaluate the condition of a newborn infant based
on a rating of 0, 1, or 2 for each of the five characteristics of color, heart rate, response to
stimulation of the sole of the foot, muscle tone and respiration. 10 is a perfect score. This is
usually performed in the delivery room right after the baby is born.
Back Labor—ANSWER-Located in the lower back, pain and discomfort due to uterine
contractions, which most commonly occurs with posterior presentation.
Mucus Plug—ANSWER-blocks the opening of the cervix to prevent bacteria from entering
the uterus. Is expelled before labor so that the cervix can open. It may be clear, slightly pink
or blood tinged in color. It may be stringy mucus or sticky discharge. Some women may not
even notice the loss of their mucus plug because there is already an increase in vaginal
discharge during pregnancy.
Billirubin—ANSWER-A common condition in newborns, jaundice refers to the yellow color of
the skin and whites of the eyes caused by excess bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is produced
by the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Normally, bilirubin passes through the liver and
is excreted as bile through the intestines. Jaundice occurs when bilirubin builds up faster
than a newborn's liver can break it down and pass it from the body.
Bishop Score—ANSWER-refers to a group of measurements used to determine a woman's
readiness for labor. Bishop's Score is based on station, dilation, effacement, position and
consistency.
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Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Doula—ANSWER-a person who is trained to assist a woman during childbirth and who may
provide support to the family after the baby is born.
Midwife—ANSWER-a person qualified to deliver babies and to care for women before,
during, and after childbirth.
Obstetricians—ANSWER-Medical doctors who specialize in pregnancy and birth.
Gestational diabetes—ANSWER-A type of diabetes that occurs only during pregnancy.
Braxton-Hicks contractions—ANSWER-Irregular contractions of the womb (the uterus)
occurring towards the middle/ end of pregnancy. Also called false labor.
Lamaze method—ANSWER-Natural childbirth method that focuses on relaxation and
breathing techniques, using a focal point and an emotional coach.
Rh Factor—ANSWER-When the type of protein in red blood cells do not match between the
mother and baby.
Pictocin—ANSWER-It can cause or strengthen labor contractions during childbirth, and
control bleeding after childbirth.
, Amniotic Fluid—ANSWER-the serous fluid in which the embryo or fetus is suspended within
the uterus.
APGAR Score—ANSWER-an index used to evaluate the condition of a newborn infant based
on a rating of 0, 1, or 2 for each of the five characteristics of color, heart rate, response to
stimulation of the sole of the foot, muscle tone and respiration. 10 is a perfect score. This is
usually performed in the delivery room right after the baby is born.
Back Labor—ANSWER-Located in the lower back, pain and discomfort due to uterine
contractions, which most commonly occurs with posterior presentation.
Mucus Plug—ANSWER-blocks the opening of the cervix to prevent bacteria from entering
the uterus. Is expelled before labor so that the cervix can open. It may be clear, slightly pink
or blood tinged in color. It may be stringy mucus or sticky discharge. Some women may not
even notice the loss of their mucus plug because there is already an increase in vaginal
discharge during pregnancy.
Billirubin—ANSWER-A common condition in newborns, jaundice refers to the yellow color of
the skin and whites of the eyes caused by excess bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is produced
by the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Normally, bilirubin passes through the liver and
is excreted as bile through the intestines. Jaundice occurs when bilirubin builds up faster
than a newborn's liver can break it down and pass it from the body.
Bishop Score—ANSWER-refers to a group of measurements used to determine a woman's
readiness for labor. Bishop's Score is based on station, dilation, effacement, position and
consistency.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
