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Menstrual Cycle Phases and Terminologies

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Menstrual Cycle Phases and Terminologies

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During which trimester of pregnancy does the mother experience greater concern towards herself compared to the baby?

This concern is equal throughout all trimesters

Second trimester

First trimester (correct)

Third trimester

Which theory of parturition suggests that receptors for oxytocin in the uterus increase as term approaches?

Oxytocin theory of parturition (correct)

Progesterone Withdrawal Theory

Fetal sign theory

Prostaglandin Theory

What is the main task for the mother during the second trimester?

Acceptance of the baby (correct)

Concern for herself is greater

Concern for the baby is less

Acceptance of parenthood

Which hormone's level decreases as term approaches in pregnancy according to the Progesterone Withdrawal Theory?

Progesterone Signup and view all the answers

What results from an elevated level of Alpha-fetoprotein in maternal serum during pregnancy?

Neural tube defect Signup and view all the answers

In which phase does Alpha-fetoprotein reach a peak in maternal serum during pregnancy?

Between 13th and 32nd week of pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe an interruption of a pregnancy before the fetus is viable?

Miscarriage Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of a spontaneous abortion?

Chromosomal abnormalities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of spontaneous abortion?

Threatened abortion Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe a pregnancy that ends in miscarriage of the fetus three or more times?

Habitual abortion Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe a procedure performed to end a pregnancy before fetal viability?

Induced abortion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of induced abortion mentioned in the text?

Therapeutic abortion Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the menstrual phase?

Low levels of estrogen and progesterone lead to the passage of menstrual flow Signup and view all the answers

What is a zygote?

The product of fertilization, up to 2 weeks after ovulation Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a fetus?

The period from 8 weeks after ovulation until birth Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of gravida?

The number of pregnancies that reach the age of viability, regardless of the outcome Signup and view all the answers

What is the period of viability?

24 weeks and above, when the fetus can be delivered and capable of living outside the uterus Signup and view all the answers