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What does G2 P1001 represent in obstetrics?
What does G3 P2103 represent in obstetrics?
What does the G stand for in obstetric terminology?
number of pregnancies
What does the T stand for in obstetric terminology?
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What does the P stand for in obstetric terminology?
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What does the A stand for in obstetric terminology?
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Study Notes
Obstetric History Terminology
- G (Gravida) represents the total number of pregnancies a woman has had.
- T (Term) stands for the number of full-term deliveries (37 weeks or more), including stillbirths.
- P (Preterm) indicates the number of deliveries that occurred between 20 and 37 weeks of gestation.
- A (Abortions) refers to pregnancies that ended in miscarriage or elective termination, regardless of when it occurred.
Specific Cases
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G2 P1001:
- Indicates a woman currently pregnant with 1 term delivery and 1 living child.
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G4 P1111:
- Refers to a woman currently pregnant with 1 term delivery, 1 preterm delivery, and 1 abortion/miscarriage, while having 1 living child.
- Cannot ascertain the gestational age of the living child (term or preterm) based on the formula used.
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G3 P2103:
- Describes a woman currently pregnant with twins delivered at term, 1 preterm delivery, and 3 living children.
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This quiz consists of flashcards focused on OBGYN terminology related to obstetric history. Test your understanding of the GTPAL system for describing a patient's pregnancy history. Perfect for students preparing for their OBGYN exams.
