18 Questions
During which trimester of pregnancy does the mother experience greater concern towards herself compared to the baby?
First trimester
Which theory of parturition suggests that receptors for oxytocin in the uterus increase as term approaches?
Oxytocin theory of parturition
What is the main task for the mother during the second trimester?
Acceptance of the baby
Which hormone's level decreases as term approaches in pregnancy according to the Progesterone Withdrawal Theory?
Progesterone
What results from an elevated level of Alpha-fetoprotein in maternal serum during pregnancy?
Neural tube defect
In which phase does Alpha-fetoprotein reach a peak in maternal serum during pregnancy?
Between 13th and 32nd week of pregnancy
What is the term used to describe an interruption of a pregnancy before the fetus is viable?
Miscarriage
What is the most common cause of a spontaneous abortion?
Chromosomal abnormalities
Which of the following is a type of spontaneous abortion?
Threatened abortion
What is the term used to describe a pregnancy that ends in miscarriage of the fetus three or more times?
Habitual abortion
What is the term used to describe a procedure performed to end a pregnancy before fetal viability?
Induced abortion
Which of the following is a type of induced abortion mentioned in the text?
Therapeutic abortion
What happens during the menstrual phase?
Low levels of estrogen and progesterone lead to the passage of menstrual flow
What is a zygote?
The product of fertilization, up to 2 weeks after ovulation
What is the definition of an embryo?
The intrauterine growth period from implantation until organogenesis is complete, 2 to less than 8 weeks after ovulation
What is the definition of a fetus?
The period from 8 weeks after ovulation until birth
What is the definition of gravida?
The number of pregnancies that reach the age of viability, regardless of the outcome
What is the period of viability?
24 weeks and above, when the fetus can be delivered and capable of living outside the uterus
Test your knowledge on the different phases of the menstrual cycle including Ischemic Phase and Menstrual Phase, as well as related terminologies like Zygote and Embryo.
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