DEP 2004 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Plantar Reflex, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Primitive Reflexes
6 Sep 2016
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Braxton-hicks contractions: the first, usually painless, contractions of childbirth. Cervix: the narrow lower end of the uterus, through which a baby passes to reach the vagina. Oxytocin: a hormone that stimulates labor contractions. Episiotomy: a surgical incision between the birth canal and anus that widens the vaginal opening. Lamaze method: a childbirth method in which women are educated about childbirth, breathe in patterns that lessen pain during birth, and have a coach present. Vernix: oily white substance on the skin of premature babies. Incubator: a heated, protective container for premature infants. Apgar scale: a measure of a newborns health that assesses appearance, pulse, grimace, activity level, and respiratory effort. Brazelton neonatal behavioral assessment: a measure of a newborns motor behavior, response to stress, adaptive behavior, and control over physiological state. Rooting reflex: turning mouth and head toward stroking of the cheek or corner of mouth.
