Hormonal Roles in Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy

Questions and Answers

The following are other correct statements about FSH and LH, EXCEPT:

LH is responsible for the release of the mature egg

High levels of estrogen further increase FSH (correct)

FSH is responsible for oogenesis and spermatogenesis

LH forms the corpus luteum

Estrogen is responsible for the following EXCEPT:

Spinnbarkeit and Ferning, leukorrhea, breast tenderness, vascular spiders, congested nose, palmar erythema, rashes and red blotches on skin

Goodell’s sign, Hegar’s sign, and Chadwick’s sign

Osteoporosis (correct)

Suppression of FSH and prolactin

Which of the following would be your priority intervention for a client experiencing a severe headache and blurring of vision after taking estrogen pills?

Inform the woman to proceed to the hospital immediately for further evaluation (correct)

Advise taking an over-the-counter analgesic or anti-hypertensive drug

Refer the client to an ophthalmologist

Allow the client to rest for the day

All of the following are effects of progesterone EXCEPT:

Increased vaginal secretions Signup and view all the answers

Which fact is explained by the inverse relationship between progesterone and oxytocin?

Milk expression reflex is stimulated after the delivery of the fetus and placenta Signup and view all the answers

The following are other correct statements about FSH and LH, EXCEPT:

High levels of estrogen further increase FSH Signup and view all the answers

Estrogen is responsible for the following EXCEPT:

Osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be your priority intervention for a client experiencing severe headache and blurring of vision while taking estrogen pills?

Inform the woman to proceed to the hospital immediately for further evaluation Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are effects of progesterone EXCEPT:

Increased vaginal secretions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following facts is explained by the inverse relationship between progesterone and oxytocin?

Milk expression reflex is stimulated after the delivery of the fetus and placenta Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hormonal Roles During Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) promotes ovarian follicle development and increases estrogen production.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) triggers ovulation and aids in corpus luteum formation, releasing mature eggs.
High estrogen levels exert negative feedback on FSH release from the pituitary gland.
Ovaries mainly produce estrogen and progesterone when not pregnant; during the first trimester, the corpus luteum takes over this production, transitioning to the placenta after three months.

Effects of Estrogen

Estrogen leads to various physiological changes: spinnbarkeit, leukorrhea, breast tenderness, and palmar erythema.
It is linked with Goodell’s sign, Hegar’s sign, and Chadwick’s sign during pregnancy assessments.
Estrogen is not responsible for osteoporosis; instead, it aids in maintaining bone density.

Immediate Actions for Client Symptoms

Sudden severe headache and blurred vision in clients on estrogen may indicate stroke or blood clot.
Immediate hospital evaluation is crucial to rule out life-threatening conditions.

Progesterone Functions During Pregnancy

Known as the "Hormone of Mothers," progesterone maintains the endometrium, supporting pregnancy.
Symptoms associated with progesterone include constipation, urinary retention, varicose veins, and heartburn due to smooth muscle relaxation.
Progesterone does not directly increase vaginal secretions; this is a misconception.

Relationship Between Hormones

Progesterone inversely relates to oxytocin, influencing uterine contractions and postpartum recovery.
Estrogen inversely correlates with prolactin, affecting breastfeeding.
After delivery, decreased progesterone allows for uterine relaxation and stimulates the milk expression reflex supported by oxytocin.

Hormonal Roles During Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) promotes ovarian follicle development and increases estrogen production.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) triggers ovulation and aids in corpus luteum formation, releasing mature eggs.
High estrogen levels exert negative feedback on FSH release from the pituitary gland.
Ovaries mainly produce estrogen and progesterone when not pregnant; during the first trimester, the corpus luteum takes over this production, transitioning to the placenta after three months.

Effects of Estrogen

Estrogen leads to various physiological changes: spinnbarkeit, leukorrhea, breast tenderness, and palmar erythema.
It is linked with Goodell’s sign, Hegar’s sign, and Chadwick’s sign during pregnancy assessments.
Estrogen is not responsible for osteoporosis; instead, it aids in maintaining bone density.

Immediate Actions for Client Symptoms

Sudden severe headache and blurred vision in clients on estrogen may indicate stroke or blood clot.
Immediate hospital evaluation is crucial to rule out life-threatening conditions.

Progesterone Functions During Pregnancy

Known as the "Hormone of Mothers," progesterone maintains the endometrium, supporting pregnancy.
Symptoms associated with progesterone include constipation, urinary retention, varicose veins, and heartburn due to smooth muscle relaxation.
Progesterone does not directly increase vaginal secretions; this is a misconception.

Relationship Between Hormones

Progesterone inversely relates to oxytocin, influencing uterine contractions and postpartum recovery.
Estrogen inversely correlates with prolactin, affecting breastfeeding.
After delivery, decreased progesterone allows for uterine relaxation and stimulates the milk expression reflex supported by oxytocin.

Description

This quiz explores the hormonal changes that occur during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. It covers key hormones such as FSH and LH, their effects on the ovaries, and the physiological changes due to estrogen. Additionally, it addresses important signs during pregnancy and management of related symptoms.