Maternal/Child Health Nursing Labor and Delivery Exam Questions & Answers
Afterbirth - ANSWER-the placenta and fetal membranes that are expelled from the uterus after the baby is born Afterpains - ANSWER-pain that follows expulsion of the placenta due to contraction of the uterus Amniotic Sac - ANSWER-The "bag of waters" that surrounds the developing fetus. Amniotic Fluid - ANSWER-albuminous fluid which provides a cushion and protection for the fetus from sudden blows or movements. Maintains temperature for the fetus. Alkaline solution. Amount 500-1500 ml's, at delivery. Amniotomy - ANSWER-tearing or breaking of fetal membranes, rupture of membranes; may be spontaneous or performed by an amniotome Fetal heart rate should be assessed once membranes have ruptured Attitude - ANSWER-degree of flexion of the fetal head in utero Boggy - ANSWER-term to describe uterus soft and spongy to palpation after delivery is completed Braxton Hicks Contractions - ANSWER-"false labor" usually painless, irregular contractions increases in intensity and rhythm in 3rd trimester
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