Birth and Physical Development Chapter 4
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What is the process of giving birth also known as?

  • Parturition
  • Childbirth
  • Delivery
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What are Braxton-Hicks Contractions characterized by?

  • Irregular, random, and unpredictable contractions (correct)
  • Severe and frequent contractions
  • Regular, intense, and predictable contractions
  • Mild and occasional contractions
  • Which stage of childbirth is the longest?

  • Stage 3 (Expulsion of the Placenta)
  • All stages are of equal duration
  • Stage 1 (Dilation of the Cervix) (correct)
  • Stage 2 (Descent and Emergence of the Baby)
  • What is the purpose of Electronic Fetal Monitoring?

    <p>To measure the response of the baby's heart rate to the contractions of the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of childbirth is the most common method?

    <p>Vaginal Delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many stages of childbirth are there?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale?

    <p>To assess a neonate's response to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Neonatal Screening for Medical Conditions?

    <p>To detect all possible medical and genetic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a low birthweight infant?

    <p>An infant born with a birth weight of less than 2.5 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Respiratory Distress Syndrome?

    <p>Inadequate amount of surfactant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Kangaroo Care?

    <p>To provide skin-to-skin contact between the infant and mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of a postmature birth?

    <p>Meconium Aspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for a Cesarean Delivery when the baby is in breech position?

    <p>The baby is in distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average weight of a newborn?

    <p>4 kilograms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the APGAR Scale?

    <p>To assess the baby's overall health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal score range for a baby in excellent condition on the APGAR Scale?

    <p>8-10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the soft, fine hair that covers a newborn's body?

    <p>Lanugo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the soft, white, cheesy substance that covers a newborn's skin?

    <p>Vernix caseosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

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