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Midwifery - Anatomy and Physiology - Year 1 Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery - Anatomy and Physiology - Year 1 Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery - Anatomy and Physiology - Year 1 Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery - Anatomy and Physiology - Year 1 Questions and Answers (Graded A) What are the 3 phases of the first stage of labour? - ANSWER-Latent phase - 0-4cm, irregular contractions, cervical canal shortens (3cm to less than 0.5cm). Active phase - 4-8cm, regular co...

Midwifery clinical concepts (Part 1 of 3 for exam)2024 What is the purpose of pre-conception care A preventative approach through which biomedical, behavioral, social, and psychological risk factors identified before pregnancy or early in pregnancy to optimize maternal and neonatal outcomes what is the difference between a urine dipstick and a blood test in regards to confirmation of pregnancy? 1. Urine test: Detect hCG in urine approximately two weeks after conception (generally 97-99...

Active phase - 4-8cm, regular contractions 2-5 mins apart and lasting over 60 seconds, cervix is mid to anterior/soft, effaced. Transitional - 8-10cm, can be brief lull in contractions, change in woman's behaviour. Where does fertilisation usually occur? - ANSWER-Ampulla of the uterine tube. What is the dosage of diamorphine and how is it given? - ANSWER-5-10mg (dependent on patient size), 4 hourly and IM. What is Pica? - ANSWER-Craving of non-food items such as clay, soap, coal, e...

What you explain to women about GBS screening... - ANSWER-Transient micro-organism found in the vagina and bowel. Screening is RISK BASED approach... o previous GBS-affected infant o GBS bacteruria this pregnancy o preterm (< 37 weeks) labour and imminent birth o intrapartum fever > 380C o membrane rupture > 18 hrs. Via HVS/rectal/MSU ?36/40 Early-onset neonatal Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection is the leading cause of infectious disease in the newborn. What deta...

Two products of impaired blood flow to the legs are thought to be linked to cramps? - ANSWER-Pyruvic acid Lactic acid Name two prevention techniques for nocturnal leg cramps - ANSWER-Hydration, stretching, avoid long periods of sitting or standing, warm baths, exercise What is the most important differential diagnosis to rule out when a pregnant patient comes in with complaints of leg cramping? - ANSWER-Deep Vein Thrombosis: Look for warm red tender swollen leg. Conflicting evidence ...

What is the first stage of the menstrual cycle (that lasts 4-7 days) known as? - ANSWER-Menstrual Cycle What is the second stage of the menstrual cycle (lasting 8-13 days) known as? - ANSWER-Follicular Phase What is the third stage of the menstrual cycle, occurring at day 14, known as? - ANSWER-Ovulatory Phase What is the final stage of the menstrual cycle known as? - ANSWER-Luteal Phase What occurs during the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle? - ANSWER-FSH causes follicle matu...

Midwifery Exam Practice Questions and answers 2024 What is the first stage of the menstrual cycle (that lasts 4-7 days) known as? - ANSWER-Menstrual Cycle What is the second stage of the menstrual cycle (lasting 8-13 days) known as? - ANSWER-Follicular Phase What is the third stage of the menstrual cycle, occurring at day 14, known as? - ANSWER-Ovulatory Phase What is the final stage of the menstrual cycle known as? - ANSWER-Luteal Phase What occurs during the follicular phase of ...

Maternity options - ANSWER-o Private and public hospitals o Obstetricians, nurses, midwives, doctors (Obs main carer in AUS) Midwifery lead options - ANSWER-o Family birthing centre o Community midwifery program o Private practicing midwives Women centred care - ANSWER-A philosophy of maternity care that gives priority to the wishes and needs of the mother, and emphasises the importance of informed choice, continuity of care, mother involvement, clinical effectiveness, responsiveness an...

What you explain to women about GBS screening... - ANSWER-Transient micro-organism found in the vagina and bowel. Screening is RISK BASED approach... o previous GBS-affected infant o GBS bacteruria this pregnancy o preterm (< 37 weeks) labour and imminent birth o intrapartum fever > 380C o membrane rupture > 18 hrs. Via HVS/rectal/MSU ?36/40 Early-onset neonatal Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection is the leading cause of infectious disease in the newborn. What deta...

Midwifery I Final Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery I Final Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery I Final Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A)Midwifery I Final Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A) How is chronic hypertension diagnosed? - ANSWER-HTN prior to conception or prior to 20 weeks Mild chronic HTN Severe chronic HTN - ANSWER->140/90 >160/110 Persists for at least 12 weeks postpartum Baseline labs for chronic HTN Medications? - ANSWER-CBC, LFTS...