18 Questions
What is the process of giving birth also known as?
All of the above
What are Braxton-Hicks Contractions characterized by?
Irregular, random, and unpredictable contractions
Which stage of childbirth is the longest?
Stage 1 (Dilation of the Cervix)
What is the purpose of Electronic Fetal Monitoring?
To measure the response of the baby's heart rate to the contractions of the uterus
What type of childbirth is the most common method?
Vaginal Delivery
How many stages of childbirth are there?
3
What is the primary function of the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale?
To assess a neonate's response to the environment
What is the purpose of Neonatal Screening for Medical Conditions?
To detect all possible medical and genetic conditions
What is the definition of a low birthweight infant?
An infant born with a birth weight of less than 2.5 kg
What is the primary cause of Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
Inadequate amount of surfactant
What is the purpose of Kangaroo Care?
To provide skin-to-skin contact between the infant and mother
What is a potential complication of a postmature birth?
Meconium Aspiration
What is the reason for a Cesarean Delivery when the baby is in breech position?
The baby is in distress
What is the average weight of a newborn?
4 kilograms
What is the purpose of the APGAR Scale?
To assess the baby's overall health
What is the normal score range for a baby in excellent condition on the APGAR Scale?
8-10
What is the soft, fine hair that covers a newborn's body?
Lanugo
What is the term for the soft, white, cheesy substance that covers a newborn's skin?
Vernix caseosa
Test your knowledge of birth and physical development, including parturition, Braxton-Hicks contractions, and stages of labor. Identify the signs of real and false labor contractions.
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