Obstetrics Terminology Quiz

The number of pregnancies a woman has experienced, including the current pregnancy and any previous pregnancies, including abortions, twins, and triplets.

The number of viable births a woman has had, after 20 weeks of gestation. Includes both live and stillbirths. Twins and triplets count as one parity.

A woman who has never given birth to a child.

A woman who has given birth to one child.

A woman who has given birth to two or more children.

The point in pregnancy where the fetus is considered viable, meaning it has the potential to survive outside the womb. This is typically at 20 weeks of gestation.

The total length of a pregnancy, measured in weeks. A full-term pregnancy is 40 weeks.

A pregnancy that reaches 20 weeks of gestation but ends before completing 37 weeks. Often considered a preterm birth in the real world at 35 weeks.

A pregnancy that ends between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation.

A pregnancy that extends beyond 42 weeks of gestation.

A system used to summarize a woman's obstetrical history. It stands for: Gravidity (number of pregnancies), Term Births, Preterm Births, Abortions/Miscarriages, and Living Children.

A formula used to estimate the estimated date of delivery (EDD). It involves subtracting 3 months from the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP), adding 7 days, and then adding 1 year.

Subjective signs of pregnancy that are perceived by the woman herself, but not necessarily observable by others. These signs are not definitive indicators of pregnancy.

Objective signs of pregnancy that can be observed by a healthcare provider. These signs are more reliable indicators of pregnancy than presumptive signs.

Objective signs of pregnancy that definitively confirm pregnancy beyond a doubt. These signs are the most reliable indicators of pregnancy.

The first time a pregnant woman is aware of fetal movement. This typically occurs between 18-20 weeks in first-time mothers and 14-16 weeks in women who have had children before.

A group of tests used during pregnancy to assess fetal well-being. It includes a non-stress test (NST) and an ultrasound to measure amniotic fluid index (AFI).

An ultrasound and serum test performed between 11-16 weeks of gestation to screen for chromosomal disorders.

A type of beta adrenergic receptor agonist, bronchodilator, and tocolytic medication used to relax uterine muscles and stop preterm labor.

A calcium channel blocker used as an antidysrhythmic, antihypertensive, and tocolytic medication to inhibit smooth muscle contraction.

Substance used as a tocolytic to stop contractions, and also used to treat seizures. It can cause a number of side effects, but the most dangerous are respiratory depression and the absence of deep tendon reflexes.

Drugs of choice for managing gestational hypertension and preeclampsia.

A steroid used to stimulate the production of lung surfactant in the fetus, especially when preterm labor is likely. It can cause some side effects such as fluid retention and elevated blood pressure.

The inability to conceive and maintain a pregnancy after 12 months of trying. This is reduced to 6 months for women over 35.

A treatment for infertility that involves the fertilization of an egg with sperm outside of the body, followed by the transfer of the resulting embryo into the woman's uterus It can result in ethical concerns due to its use in Assisted Reproductive Therapy (ART).

Implantation of a fertilized egg outside of the normal uterine cavity, usually in the fallopian tube. This is a dangerous condition that can cause bleeding and infection.

Occurs when the placenta implants low in the uterus, near or covering the cervical opening. While not a medical emergency, a Cesarean Section is required for delivery.

A serious condition that occurs when the placenta separates from the uterine wall before delivery. This can be caused by drug use, trauma, or other factors. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention.

A condition characterized by a low hematocrit (less than 10) and a low hemoglobin level (less than 36%).

A condition that develops during pregnancy, characterized by high blood pressure (hypertension). It can progress to preeclampsia, which involves additional symptoms like blurred vision, dizziness, headaches, epigastric pain, and nausea/vomiting. Preeclampsia can progress to eclampsia which involves seizures.

A serious complication of severe or untreated preeclampsia involving hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets. This can lead to Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) syndrome.

A condition that develops during pregnancy, characterized by high blood sugar levels. The greatest concern for the newborn is hypoglycemia, with blood sugar levels needing to be above 40.

Excessive vomiting during pregnancy, leading to electrolyte, metabolic, and nutritional imbalances.

A condition that affects the fetus if the mother smokes during pregnancy. It can lead to Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) and birth defects.

The loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation, which can be spontaneous (miscarriage) or medically induced.

The death of the fetus inside the uterus after 20 weeks of gestation.

A condition characterized by spontaneous, premature dilation of the cervix during the second trimester of pregnancy. It is often treated with a cerclage, which is a stitch placed around the cervix to help keep it closed.

A group of infections that can harm the developing fetus. These infections include toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes, and other infections like STIs.