NORMAL LABOR
Physiology of labor & Mechanism of Labor
, Definition of terms related to
normal labour:
LABOUR:
is described as the process by which the
fetus, placenta and membranes are expelled
through the birth canal.
, Cont:definitions:
LIGHTENING:
2-3 weeks before the onset of labour,the
lower uterine segment expands and allows
fetal head to sink lower, it may engage.
The fundus no longer crowds the lungs, thus
breathing is easier, the heart and stomach
can function more easily and the woman
experiences relief which is known
lightening
, Cont:definitions:
ATTITUDE:
This refers to the posturing of the joints and
relation of fetal parts to one another.
The normal fetal attitude when labor begins
is with all joints in flexion.
Physiology of labor & Mechanism of Labor
, Definition of terms related to
normal labour:
LABOUR:
is described as the process by which the
fetus, placenta and membranes are expelled
through the birth canal.
, Cont:definitions:
LIGHTENING:
2-3 weeks before the onset of labour,the
lower uterine segment expands and allows
fetal head to sink lower, it may engage.
The fundus no longer crowds the lungs, thus
breathing is easier, the heart and stomach
can function more easily and the woman
experiences relief which is known
lightening
, Cont:definitions:
ATTITUDE:
This refers to the posturing of the joints and
relation of fetal parts to one another.
The normal fetal attitude when labor begins
is with all joints in flexion.
