Pregnancy & Childbirth

Front

What is the single cell formed when the sperm and the egg join together?

Back

zygot

Front

What is the multi-celled mass formed by the divisions of the single cell formed at conception?

Back

embryo

Front

What is the term that describes when the growing cells become recognizable as a human?

Back

fetus

Front

What is the structure in the womb that filters nutrients and waste between mother and baby? Options: umbilical cord, placenta, amniotic sac, uterus

Back

placenta

Front

What is the structure in side the womb that transports oxygen and nutrients to the baby?

Back

umbilical cord

Front

What is fertilization?

Back

When a male sperm cell joins with a female egg cell

Front

A developing fetus grows in which part of a woman's body?

Back

uterus

Front

What is the most common sign of pregnancy? Options: nausea and vomiting, feeling more hungry than normal, headaches and backaches, not getting a period

Back

not getting a period

Front

What term describes when the baby is taken out of the uterus by making an incision in the lower abdomen? Options: Caesar's sectioning, Miscarriage, Caesarian section, Breeched birth

Back

Caesarian section

Front

Which of the following can occur if a mother uses toxic substances during her pregnancy?

Back

The child could have behavioral problems, she could give birth to a stillborn baby, she could increase her risk of having a miscarriage.