1. Dilation
- Definition: The process of the cervix opening to allow childbirth.
- Sentence: The patient was admitted in active labor with 6 cm of cervical dilation.
2. Effacement
- Definition: Thinning and shortening of the cervix in preparation for labor.
- Sentence: Her cervix was 80% effaced and 5 cm dilated.
3. Amniotic fluid
- Definition: The fluid surrounding the fetus in the amniotic sac.
- Sentence: The ultrasound showed a normal level of amniotic fluid.
4. Meconium
- Definition: The first feces of a newborn, often passed in utero during distress.
- Sentence: The presence of meconium in the fluid indicated fetal stress.
5. Placenta previa
- Definition: A condition where the placenta covers the cervical opening.
- Sentence: An ultrasound confirmed placenta previa, requiring a planned cesarean delivery.
6. Pre-eclampsia
- Definition: A pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and organ damage.
- Sentence: She was hospitalized for severe pre-eclampsia at 34 weeks gestation.
7. Epidural anesthesia
- Definition: A regional anesthesia used during labor to relieve pain.
- Sentence: The patient requested an epidural when contractions became intense.
8. Station
- Definition: The position of the fetal head in the pelvis during labor.
- Sentence: The baby was at 0 station, indicating engagement in the pelvis.
9. Postpartum hemorrhage
- Definition: Excessive bleeding after childbirth.
- Sentence: The team quickly managed the postpartum hemorrhage with uterotonics.
10. Neonatal resuscitation
- Definition: Emergency medical procedures to support newborns with breathing or heart rate issues.
- Sentence: The newborn required neonatal resuscitation due to low Apgar scores.