10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a role of glucocorticoids in fetal development?
Initiating labor in humans
What is the main function of prostaglandins in labor?
Causing uterine contractions
Which hormone relaxes the uterus during pregnancy?
Progesterone
Which of the following is the correct definition of preterm delivery?
Delivery that occurs before 37 weeks
What is the estimated date of delivery (EDD) calculated based on?
Last menstrual period (LMP)
Why is the due date important in pregnancy?
Guides in gestational age-appropriate prenatal care
Which of the following is NOT a physical factor for a normal labor?
Baby small enough to fit through
Prostaglandins cause which of the following?
Antagonizing progesterone
What are the stages of labor?
Pre-labor, stage 1, stage 2, stage 3
What is the purpose of APGAR scores?
To assess the adaptation of the baby after birth
Test your knowledge on childbirth and the mechanisms of labor with this quiz. Topics covered include the initiation of parturition, maternal postpartum changes, neonatal adaptations, and more. Challenge yourself and review the key concepts related to labor and delivery.
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