Gynecology Medications Quiz

A medication used to prevent Rh incompatibility, given to Rh-negative mothers during pregnancy and after delivery.

Medication used to suppress contractions, but can cause hypotension. It shouldn't be given with magnesium sulfate.

Medication used to suppress contractions, but has contraindications like active vaginal bleeding, dilation > 6 cm, > 34 weeks, fetal distress, and chorioamnionitis. Its antidote is calcium gluconate.

Steroid medication used to enhance fetal lung maturity if preterm delivery is anticipated. Can increase maternal blood sugar levels due to its steroid nature.

Medication commonly used to treat chorioamnionitis, a bacterial infection of the amniotic sac.

The fundus of the uterus, the top portion, reaches the xiphoid process (bottom of the breastbone) around week 36 of pregnancy, causing shortness of breath.

A bluish discoloration of the cervix and vagina due to increased blood flow during pregnancy. It's a probable sign of pregnancy.

Softening of the cervix during pregnancy, another probable sign of pregnancy.

A drop in blood pressure when a pregnant woman lies on her back. This occurs because the uterus compresses the vena cava, reducing blood flow to the heart.

Separation of the abdominal muscles during pregnancy. Often doesn't fully close after delivery.

The hormone that plays a critical role in maintaining pregnancy, helping to thicken the uterine lining and preventing contractions.

Pregnancy changes that make the woman suspect she is pregnant, such as missed periods, fatigue, nausea, and breast changes.

Pregnancy changes that make the doctor think the woman is pregnant. These can include an enlarged uterus, positive pregnancy test, and Braxton Hicks contractions.

Signs of pregnancy that confirm the woman is pregnant. These include auscultation of fetal heart sounds (hearing the baby's heartbeat), visualization of the fetus on ultrasound, or feeling the baby's movement.

A pregnancy test based on the level of hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in the blood or urine.

The acronym GTPAL stands for Gravida, Term, Preterm, Abortions, Living children. It's used to track a woman's obstetric history.

Anemia during pregnancy can be identified through a complete blood count (CBC).

The estimated delivery date is calculated by adding 7 days to the first day of the last menstrual period and subtracting 3 months.

The term 'Gravida' refers to the total number of pregnancies a woman has had, including the current one.

Anemia in pregnancy can be identified through a complete blood count (CBC).

The premature rupture of membranes (PROM) before the onset of labor, occurring after 37 weeks of gestation.

The premature rupture of membranes (PROM) before the onset of labor, occurring before 37 weeks of gestation.

A serious condition where the placenta detaches from the uterine wall before delivery, potentially leading to fetal distress and maternal hemorrhage. It is marked by intense localized pain, a board-like abdomen, dark red vaginal bleeding, and fetal distress.

A bacterial infection of the amniotic sac that poses a risk to both mother and baby. It is a frequent complication of PROM and PPROM.

The use of medications, such as nifedipine and magnesium sulfate, to stop labor contractions when preterm labor occurs.

Uterine contractions and cervical changes that occur between 20 and 36 weeks of gestation. It poses a significant risk to both mother and baby.

Labor contractions that occur before week 37 of pregnancy, often accompanied by pain, pelvic pressure, and cervical dilation.

A method of pain management during pregnancy and childbirth that involves light, gentle circular stroking of the abdomen in rhythm with breathing during contractions.

A technique used to relieve low back pain during pregnancy and childbirth by applying consistent pressure to the sacrum with the heel of the hand.

Breathing techniques used as a non-pharmacological pain management method during pregnancy and childbirth. It involves controlled, deep inhales and exhales to help manage discomfort.

A test used to determine if fluid leaking from the vagina is amniotic fluid. The fluid is placed on a slide and examined for a fern-like pattern under a microscope.

A test used to determine if fluid leaking from the vagina is amniotic fluid. Nitrazine paper turns blue when exposed to amniotic fluid, which is slightly alkaline.

A non-pharmacological pain management technique that focuses on relaxation and breathing exercises, often guided by a trained professional.

A type of pain management used during pregnancy and childbirth that involves injecting an anesthetic into the spinal fluid, resulting in numbness and pain relief.

A common complication of preterm labor that often results from premature rupture of membranes (PROM or PPROM). It can potentially hinder fetal lung development.

A type of anesthesia that eliminates pain perception by blocking nerve impulses to the brain. This type of anesthesia can be administered epidurally, spinally, or as a general anesthetic.

Anesthesia that is administered into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord. It provides pain relief in the lower body and is commonly used during labor and delivery.

Anesthesia that is injected directly into the spinal fluid. It provides a more complete block of sensation, often used for surgeries like cesarean sections.

A type of anesthesia that makes a patient unconscious. It is typically used for complex surgical procedures or when other methods of anesthesia are not possible.

A drug used to reduce the effects of opioid overdose or respiratory depression. It quickly reverses the effects of opioids by blocking their action at the receptor sites.

The stage of labor that starts with the initial cervical dilatation and ends with the baby's birth.

The stage of labor that starts with the expulsion of the placenta and ends with the stabilization of the mother's physiological status.

A condition that occurs when the amniotic sac breaks, resulting in a sudden gush or steady leakage of fluid.

A life-threatening complication that occurs when the umbilical cord slips down into the vagina before the baby's head.

A medication used to treat maternal hypotension during labor, often caused by epidural or spinal anesthesia, and is also used to manage postpartum bleeding.

A sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious complications during pregnancy if untreated, including premature rupture of membranes (PROM), preterm labor, and postpartum endometritis. It can also lead to conjunctivitis and pneumonia in newborns. Treatment involves oral antibiotics for three weeks, followed by retesting and testing of partners.

A sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can lead to serious complications during pregnancy and for the newborn, including premature rupture of membranes (PROM), preterm labor, postpartum endometritis, neonatal sepsis, and blindness. It requires treatment with antibiotics during pregnancy. Partners must also be tested.

A sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and fallopian tube blockage if left untreated. Its most notable symptom in women is a yellow-green or fluorescent green vaginal discharge with a foul odor. Treatment involves oral medications like metronidazole or tinidazole, but these medications are not given during the first trimester due to potential harm to the fetus.

A viral STI that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer. While usually not a complication during pregnancy, it is important to avoid the HPV vaccine during pregnancy.

A prenatal test used to assess fetal well-being by monitoring the fetal heart rate (FHR) response to fetal movement. The test is used to detect potential complications or problems that may arise during pregnancy, such as decreased fetal movement, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), and postterm pregnancy. The results are interpreted based on the baby's heart rate changes in relation to the baby's movements.

A prenatal test used to assess the fetal well-being by examining physical and physiological characteristics of the baby using ultrasound. It includes a nonstress test (NST) and a detailed ultrasound. It assigns a score from 0 to 10, with a score of 4 or lower indicating a potential problem with the baby.

A prenatal test that examines the baby's chromosomes, metabolism, and DNA for potential genetic disorders. It is done in the first trimester and involves inserting a thin catheter through the cervix to collect a sample of fetal tissue. It requires a completely empty bladder before the procedure.

A prenatal test used to assess for neural tube defects or chromosomal disorders. It involves inserting a needle through the abdomen into the amniotic sac, using ultrasound guidance. It is performed in the second or third trimester and requires a completely empty bladder before the procedure.

A condition where the pregnancy ends naturally before 20 weeks gestation.

The implantation of a fertilized egg outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube. It is considered a medical emergency and must be treated promptly to prevent life-threatening complications.

A condition that occurs when the placenta attaches too low in the uterus, covering the cervix. It can cause painless vaginal bleeding in the second or third trimester. Vaginal birth is often not possible with placenta previa. This condition requires careful monitoring and management.

The systematic palpation of the pregnant uterus to determine the position, presentation, and engagement of the fetus.

A type of fetal presentation where the baby's buttocks or feet are presenting at the cervix.

A type of fetal lie where the baby's spine is parallel to the mother's spine.

A type of fetal lie where the baby's spine is perpendicular to the mother's spine.

The measurement of fetal descent in relation to the maternal ischial spines, used to determine how far the baby has moved down the birth canal.

Involuntary uterine contractions that cause effacement and dilation of the cervix, the primary force of labor.

Voluntary maternal pushing efforts that help expel the baby during the second stage of labor.

Uterine contractions happening too frequently, with strong intensity, but inadequate relaxation, can cause fetal distress.

Uterine contractions that are weak, inefficient, or absent, delaying labor progress.

A complication where the umbilical cord precedes the presenting part of the fetus, compressing the cord and reducing fetal blood flow.

Labor that is difficult or abnormal, due to various factors affecting the 5 Ps of labor.

A tear in the muscular wall of the uterus, a rare but serious complication that requires immediate intervention.

Passage of meconium (baby's first stool) into the amniotic fluid, a sign of fetal distress and hypoxia.

Labor that progresses rapidly, lasting 3 hours or less from onset of contractions to delivery.

A rare and life-threatening complication where amniotic fluid enters the maternal circulation, causing respiratory distress and circulatory collapse.