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Three Trimesters SG
A Study Guide for the Three Trimesters/Fetal Development Test for ChildDev (GHH)
Question | Answer |
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What is preconception health? | A women's health before she becomes pregnant/taking care of one's health prior to pregnancy. |
What is the formula to find the due date for a child? | Determine the first day of your last menstrual period, count back 3 months, and add 1 year and 7 days. |
How many calories to a diet be added to maintain a pregnancy? | 300 Calories. |
Who are the three prenatal practitioners you'll meet during pregnancy? | An obstetrician, certified midwife,and a certified nurse midwife. |
How many pounds should you gain during pregnancy? | 25-35 pounds. |
What is the importance of folic acid? | It reduces the chance of defects of the brain and spinal cord during development. |
What is amniocentesis? | The sampling of amniotic fluid using a hollow needle inserted into the uterus, to screen for developmental abnormalities in a fetus. |
What is toxoplasmosis? | Diseases transmitted through placenta, often contracted when pregnant mother handles cat feces or contaminated raw eggs and meat |
What happens to a pregnant mother from 2-8 weeks? | She will experience more nausea and vomiting. |
What is ovulation? | The ejection of a mature egg from the ovaries. |
What is the embryo considered at week 15? | A fetus. |
What food should you avoid during pregnancy? | Deli meat. |
How much does blood volume increase during pregnancy? | 40-50% |
When does a NT (Nuchal Scan) occur? | 14 weeks |
What should be done between 18-22 weeks during pregnancy? | A mid-pregnancy ultrasound. |
What is vernix? | A substance that covers the skin of a baby, protecting the skin. |
What week is the midpoint of pregnancy? | The 20th week. |
What week does real hair start to grow on the fetus? | Week 24. |
What three tests are conducted in the 2nd trimester? | A blood pressure test, fetal movement test, and a ultrasound. |
What week are the bones developed, but are still soft/malleable? | Week 29. |
When the nervous system has matured, what function does it control? | It controls the body temperature of the fetus. |
At what week is a fetus considered full term? | 39 weeks. |
What week is a fetus projected to be due by? | Week 40. |
What is the most common reason for overdue pregnancy? | A baby being male. |