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Normal and Abnormal Physiology in Pregnancy with Dr. Christopher Ng

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Normal and Abnormal Physiology in Pregnancy with Dr. Christopher Ng

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Why is it important to understand the normal physiology of pregnancy?

To identify abnormal signs and symptoms

To recognize the mass effect of a growing pregnancy

To avoid over-investigating and over-treating maternal symptoms (correct)

To know when to dismiss abnormal findings

What is the role of Dr. Christopher Ng in Week 61?

Leading the obstetrics department

Co-leading Week 61 (correct)

Acknowledging the Coast Salish peoples

Assisting Dr. Tracy Pressey

Which land acknowledgment is made at the beginning of the text?

Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations (correct)

Tsleil-Waututh Nation only

Musqueam and Squamish Nations

Coast Salish peoples only

Why might one misinterpret maternal signs and symptoms during pregnancy?

As a result of mass effect from the growing pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What does the text mention about gestational hypertension?

It is defined based on Canadian guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Why should one be cautious in investigating maternal symptoms during pregnancy?

To prevent over-treatment of normal physiological changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the increase in blood volume and cardiac output during pregnancy?

To support the baby's growth Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest one might react if maternal signs and symptoms are misinterpreted as pathology?

Over-investigate and over-treat Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Dr. Tracy Pressey according to the text?

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What is the main focus of the objectives outlined in the text regarding pregnancy physiology?

Anatomic and functional changes in organ systems Signup and view all the answers

Which indigenous nations are acknowledged as the traditional owners of the land in the text?

Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Squamish Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding normal physiology crucial for identifying abnormal signs and symptoms during pregnancy?

To reduce unnecessary investigations and treatments Signup and view all the answers

Which specific conditions in pregnancy do the outlined objectives aim to address?

Gestational hypertension and pre-eclampsia Signup and view all the answers