CU 5B - Physiological Signs of Pregnancy

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Presumptive Signs of Pregnancy

Subjective signs experienced by the woman that cannot be documented by an examiner.

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Amenorrhea

Absence of menstruation, often a presumptive sign of pregnancy.

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Chadwick’s Sign

Color change of the vagina from light pink to deep violet, indicating pregnancy.

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Hegar’s Sign

Softening of the lower uterine segment, a probable sign of pregnancy.

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Quickening

Fetal movement felt by the woman, typically around 20 weeks of pregnancy.

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Striae Gravidarum

Pink or reddish streaks that form on the abdominal wall during pregnancy.

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HCG

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, a hormone that indicates pregnancy and supports early embryonic development.

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Melasma

Darkened or reddened areas on the face, commonly referred to as 'the mask of pregnancy.'

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Ballottement

A technique used to feel the fetus bounce against the examining hand during a pelvic exam.

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Prolactin

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps prepare the breasts for lactation.

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Physiologic Changes of Pregnancy

Changes occurring during pregnancy that can be local or systemic, affecting various body systems.

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Linea Nigra

A dark vertical line that appears on the stomach during pregnancy.

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Breast Changes

Changes such as tenderness, fullness, and darkening of areola due to increased estrogen levels during pregnancy.

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Palmar Erythema

Redness and itchiness of the hands, often as a response to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.

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Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that persists, requiring medical intervention.

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Supine Hypotension Syndrome

Condition in which lying supine causes obstructed blood flow from the lower body, leading to lightheadedness and faintness.

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Cervical Changes

Increased vascularity and softening of the cervix during pregnancy, important for labor preparation.

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Gestational Diabetes

A form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy, often caused by insulin resistance due to hormonal changes.

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Cardiac Output

The amount of blood the heart pumps in a minute, which increases by 25% to 50% during pregnancy.

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Urinary Frequency

Increased urge to void more often than usual, especially noticeable in the first and last trimesters of pregnancy.

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Leg Cramps

Pain caused by muscle spasms in the legs, often experienced during pregnancy due to pressure on lower extremities.

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Colostrum

A thin, watery, high-protein fluid secreted from the breasts during the later stages of pregnancy.

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