Mark Klimek: Maternity/ob Study Guide Graded A+

what are positive signs of pregnancy {Ans: Fetal skeleton on X-ray Fetal presence on ultrasound Auscultation of FHR (heard at week 8, most likely at 10 and should be heard by 12) Examiner palpates fetal movement}transient phase of labor {Ans: 8-10 cm frequency is 2-3 mins duration is 60-90 secs intensity is strong}calculate a due date {Ans: take the first day of LMP add 7 days, subtract 3 months ex Last LMP 6/10-6/15 3/17}if the fundus is above the umbilical what trimester is she in {Ans: 3rd}the most common presentation in pregnancy {Ans: roa loa}what is Hegar's sign {Ans: softening and compressibility of lower uterus}