Introduction
Trimester
Symptoms
Signs
Investigations
D.D
Fertilization or conception
–Union of a sperm and a mature ovum
Takes place in outer third of the fallopian tube
–Zygote
Initial name for fertilized ovum
–Embryo
Name of product of conception from second through 8th week of pregnancy
–Fetus
Name of product of conception from 9th week through duration of gestational period
Determine whether or not the woman is pregnant.
Identify possible problems that require further evaluation and/or emergency intervention
–ectopic gestation
–threatened abortion
Assess gestation length accurately (in weeks).
Help the patient make and implement her own plans for prenatal care or abortion.