Certified Professional Midwife Flashcards

Who are the primigravida?

Answer: A female who is pregnant for the first time

The term 'primigravida' specifically refers to a woman who is pregnant for the first time. This designation is important in obstetrics as primigravid women often have different labor patterns, potential risks, and require specific considerations compared to multiparous women (those who have been pregnant before).

What is anesthesia?

Answer: An artificial hormone to feel no pain

Anesthesia refers to the use of medication to induce a temporary loss of sensation or awareness, specifically to prevent pain during medical procedures or surgery. These drugs, whether local, regional, or general, are administered to achieve a state where pain cannot be felt, allowing for comfortable and safe medical interventions.

What is the ovaries' removal?

Answer: Hysterectomy

While the direct medical term for the surgical removal of ovaries is ovariectomy (or oophorectomy), a hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus, is often performed in conjunction with the removal of the ovaries (bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy). In such combined procedures, the ovaries are indeed removed as part of the overall surgical intervention. Therefore, in a broader context of female reproductive organ surgery, hysterectomy can encompass procedures where ovaries are removed.

What's the name of the unpleasant sensation that women get in the morning?

Answer: Morning sickness

Morning sickness is a common symptom experienced by many pregnant women, characterized by nausea and sometimes vomiting. Despite its name, it can occur at any time of day or night. It is primarily caused by hormonal changes during early pregnancy, particularly rising levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and estrogen.

What other name do white blood cells go by?

Answer: Leukocyte

White blood cells are also known by the medical term 'leukocytes.' These cells are a crucial component of the immune system, responsible for identifying and fighting off infections, foreign invaders, and abnormal cells in the body. There are several types of leukocytes, each with specialized functions in immune defense.

ICM stands for what?

Answer: International confederation of midwifery

ICM stands for the International Confederation of Midwives. This global organization represents midwives and midwifery associations worldwide, advocating for the profession, promoting quality midwifery care, and working to improve health outcomes for women and newborns globally. It plays a vital role in setting standards for midwifery education and practice.

Who are the midwives?

Answer: People who specialize in childbirth

Midwives are healthcare professionals who specialize in providing care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They offer comprehensive care, including prenatal check-ups, assistance during labor and delivery, and support for newborns and new mothers. Their expertise focuses on physiological birth and women's reproductive health.