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What is conception?
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merging of sperm and egg
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What is fertilization?
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fusion of the sperm and egg nucleus
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What is a zygote?
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fertilized egg
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What is a blastocyst?
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embryonic development, a ball of cells with a surface layer and inner cell mass
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What is a contraception?
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birth control
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What is implantation?
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embedding of the fertilized ovum in the uterine lining
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What is failure rate?
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number of pregnancies that occur per 100 women using particular method of birth control
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What is coitus interruptus?
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removal of the penis from the vagina, before ejaculation
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What is barrier contraceptive?
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birth control devices that blocks the meeting of the sperm and egg
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What is vaginal spermicide?
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substance that kills/neutralizes sperm, inserted into the vagina in the form of foam cream, jelly, suppository, or firm
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What is vaginal contraceptive film?
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small dissolvable sheet saturated with spermicide that can be inserted into the vagina and placed over the cervix
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What is the diaphragm?
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bowl-like rubber cup with a flexible rim that is inserted into the vagina to cover the cervix and prevent the passage of sperm into the uterus during intercourse
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What is a cervical cap?
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thimble-size rubber or plastic cap that is inserted into the vagina to fit over the cervix and prevent the passage of sperm into the uterus during intercourse
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What is oral contraceptive?
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- preparations of synthetic hormones that inhibit ovulation
- EX: the pill |
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What are the benefits of hormonal contraceptives?
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- regular menstrual cycles
- decreased menstrual pain and excess bleeding - treatment of premenstrual syndrome - prevention of menstrual migraine - decrease risk of endometrial, ovarian, and colorectal cancer - treatment of acne and excess facial hair - improved bone mineral density |
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What is the monophasic pill?
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oral contraceptive that releases synthetic estrogen and progestin at constant levels throughout the menstrual cycle
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What is multiphasic pill?
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oral contraceptive that releases different levels of estrogen and progestin to mimic the hormonal fluctuations of the natural menstrual cycle
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What is the mini pill?
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- aka progestin only pill
- oral contraceptive - small amount of progestin and no estrogen - prevents contraception by making mucus in the cervix so thick that sperm can't enter the uterus |
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What is an intrauterine device?
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device inserted into the uterus through the cervix to prevent pregnancy by interfering with implantation
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What is the rhythm method?
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birth control method in which intercourse is avoided during those days of the menstrual cycle in which fertilization is most likely to occur
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What is emergency contraception?
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- oral contraceptive ills
- taken within 72 hours after intercourse, that can prevent pregnancy |
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What is sterilization?
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surgical procedure to end a person's reproductive capability
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What is vasectomy?
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surgical sterilization procedure in which each vas defrens is cut and tied shut to stop the passage of sperm to the urethra for ejaculation
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What is tubal ligation?
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suturing or tying shut o the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy
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What is tubal occlusion?
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blocking of fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy
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What is laproscopy?
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surgical sterilization procedure in which the fallopian tubes are observed with a laproscope inserted through a small incision, and then cut or blocked
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What is medical abortion?
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termination of pregnancy within 9 weeks of conception using hormonal medications that cause expulsion of the fertilized egg
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What is suction curettage?
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procedure in which the contents of the uterus are removed by means of suction and scraping
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What is dilation and evacuation?
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medical procedure in which the contents of the uterus are removed through the use of instruments
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What is an embryo?
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- organism in its early stage of development
- in humans, embryonic period lasts from the 2nd-8th week of pregnancy |
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What is the amnion?
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innermost membrane of the sac enclosing the embryo/fetus
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What is a fetus?
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human organism developing in the uterus from the 9th week to birth
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What is a placenta?
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organ that develops after implantation and to which the embryo attaches, via the umbillical cord, for nourishment and waste removal
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What is ectopic pregnancy?
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pregnancy in which the fertilized egg has implanted itself outside the uterine cavity, usually in the fallopian tube
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What is miscarriage?
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- pregnancy terminates 20th week of gestation
- aka spontaneous abortion |
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What is rubella?
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- infectious disease that may cause birth defects if contracted by a pregnant woman
- aka german measles |
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What is premature labor?
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labor that occurs after the 20th week to the 37th week of pregnancy
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What is lamaze method?
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- method of childbirth preparation taught to expectant parents to help the woman cope with discomfort of labor
- combination of breathing and psychological techniques |
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What is labor?
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- process of leading to birth
- effacement & dilation of cervix - movement of baby in and through the birth canal - accompanied by strong contractions - contraction of the uterus and expulsion of the placenta after birth |
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What is artificial insemination?
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introduction of viable sperm into the vagina by artificial means for the purpose of inducing conception
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