Reproductive Terms and Definitions Quiz

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What does the term 'nullipara' refer to?

A woman who has had multiple pregnancies

A woman who is currently pregnant for the first time

A woman who has never birthed a child (correct)

A woman who has had at least one miscarriage

Which of the following describes a 'preterm' pregnancy?

A pregnancy that reaches 20 weeks but ends before 37 weeks (correct)

A pregnancy that ends before 20 weeks

A pregnancy that lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

A pregnancy that lasts more than 40 weeks

What is the significance of 'viability' in pregnancy?

A point at which a fetus can survive outside the womb, defined as 20 weeks gestation (correct)

A duration in weeks that indicates a successful full-term birth

A term referring to the number of living children

A marker indicating a pregnancy of 30 weeks or more

Using Naegele's Rule, if a woman's last menstrual period (LMP) was January 15, 2023, what would be her estimated due date (EDD)?

October 8, 2023 (C) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'GTPAL' structured?

Gravidity, Term births, Preterm births, Abortions, Living children (A) Signup and view all the answers

A woman has had 2 pregnancies, with one resulting in a live birth at 38 weeks and the other ending as a spontaneous abortion at 10 weeks. How is her GTPAL recorded?

2-1-0-1-1 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes 'multipara'?

A woman who has given birth twice or more (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a 'term' pregnancy?

A pregnancy that ends between 37 and 42 weeks (A) Signup and view all the answers

What sign indicates that a woman is experiencing fetal movement during pregnancy?

Quickening (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is primarily responsible for maintaining pregnancy by supporting uterine growth?

Progesterone (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic range for magnesium sulfate when used in labor and delivery?

6 - 8 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition requires the delivery of the baby due to its severity?

Eclampsia (D) Signup and view all the answers

What complication can occur as a result of severe untreated preeclampsia?

HELLP syndrome (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is classified as a beta adrenergic receptor agonist and used as a tocolytic?

Terbutaline (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern associated with hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy?

Electrolyte and nutritional imbalances (B) Signup and view all the answers

What method is often used to treat infertility by stimulating the release of FSH and LH?

Clomid (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major risk factor for developing gestational hypertension?

Previous history of hypertension (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by painless bright red bleeding during pregnancy?

Placenta previa (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is indicated as the treatment to prevent complications from Rh incompatibility?

RhoGAM (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal measurement range for the amniotic fluid index during a biophysical profile test?

8 - 18 cm (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign that a pregnancy test is positive?

Fetal heart tones detected (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential effect of smoking during pregnancy on fetal growth?

Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gravida/Gravidity

Gravida refers to a woman who is pregnant, including her current pregnancy and any prior pregnancies.
Includes abortions.
Twins/triplets are counted as one gravidity.

Para/Parity

Para refers to a woman who has given birth to a viable infant.
Includes babies born alive or stillborn.
Twins/triplets are counted as one parity.

Nullipara

A woman who has never given birth.

Primipara

A woman who has given birth to one child.

Multipara

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

Viability

20 weeks gestation.
Total pregnancy is 40 weeks.

Preterm

A pregnancy that reaches 20 weeks of gestation but ends before 37 weeks.
In real-world terms, this is often 35 weeks.

Term

A pregnancy that lasts between 37-42 weeks.

Postterm/Postdate

A pregnancy that ends after 42 weeks gestation.

GTPAL

Gravidity, Term Births, Preterm Births, Abortions/Miscarriages, Living Children.

Naegele's Rule

A method for determining the estimated due date (EDD) based on the last menstrual period (LMP)
Calculation: LMP - 3 months + 7 days + 1 year

Types of Signs/Symptoms of Pregnancy

Presumptive: Subjective symptoms (e.g., missed period, fatigue).
Probable: Objective indications (e.g., positive pregnancy test, enlarged uterus).
Positive: Definitive proof of pregnancy (e.g., fetal heart tones detected).

Antepartal Testing

Biophysical profile (BPP) measures various factors, including fetal heart rate (FHR) and amniotic fluid index (AFI).
AFI should be between 8–18 cm.
Nuchal translucency is a ultrasound and serum screening to check chromosomal disorders.

Healthy People 2030 Goals

Reduce fetal deaths at 20+ weeks of gestation.
Increase prenatal care among pregnant women.
Reduce preterm births.
Increase proportion of women having a healthy weight before pregnancy.

Pregnancy Hormones

Progesterone: maintains pregnancy, prevents contractions
Relaxin: relaxes smooth muscles, aids in stretching.
Prolactin: stimulates milk production.
hCG: prevents menstruation.
Oxytocin: stimulates contractions.

Tocolytics

Drugs used to stop preterm labor. (e.g. Terbutaline, Nifedipine, Magnesium Sulfate).
Magnesium Sulfate is also used to stop seizures.

Betamethasone (Celestone)

Steroid used to stimulate production of lung surfactant, given to prevent premature delivery.

Medical/Surgical Issues

Infertility, IVF treatments.
Ectopic pregnancy: implantation outside the uterus (medical emergency).
Placenta previa and abruption.
Gestational HTN/preeclampsia/eclampsia. (High blood pressure)
Anemia: Low red blood cell counts (Low levels of hemoglobin and hematocrit).
HELLP syndrome (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets).
DIC (disseminated intravascular coagulation).
Gestational Diabetes: Hypoglycemia concern in newborns (glu >40)
Hyperemesis gravidarum: Severe vomiting during pregnancy
Pregnancy Risks by Smoking, Alcohol, and Drug Use
TORCH infections (Toxoplasmosis, Other infections, Rubella, Cytomegalovirus, and Herpes).
Group Beta Streptococcus (GBS).
RhoGAM treatment.
fetal movement testing.

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Test your knowledge on important reproductive terms such as Gravida, Para, Nullipara, Primipara, and more. This quiz covers definitions, classifications, and pregnancy milestones critical for understanding reproductive health.