Prenatal & Natal final exam Welcome to your Women's Health final exam Name Email The Upadhatu of Rasa is connected with which other Dhatu? Rakta Dhatu Mamsa Dhatu Meda Dhatu Artava Dhatu None The first stage of labor is considered: The onset of labor until the cervix is completely dilated to 8 cm The onset of labor through the transition The onset of true labor until the cervix is completely dilated to 10 cm The onset of true labor until midway to complete dilation None How many days does it take for the body to digest food and refine it enough tomanufacture ojas? 20 days 35 days 30 days 15 days None From an Ayurvedic perspective, it is considered important to cut the umbilical cord as soon as possible after the baby is born. True False None Which Dosha could cause dysmenorrhea along with menorrhagia? Kapha Dosha Vata Dosha Pitta Dosha All Three Doshas None The phase of life of adulthood is primarily dominated by Kapha Dosha True False None How many days does it take for eggs to reach maturity and travel from the depths of the ovary to the surface, to be released from the follicle during ovulation? 90 days 130 days 110 days 150 days None Classifying Dhatus and Srotas in the light of structure vs. function, Dhatus represent structure. True False None Exposure to light triggers ovulation True False None The primary role of progesterone in the female body is: To stimulate the growth of tissue, such as the development of breast and reproductive organs, and ensures their function. The preparation of the uterus for pregnancy To dilate blood vessels, and prevents plaque formation in blood vessel walls. Stimulate the growth of the uterine lining None Estrogen is secreted by the ovarian follicle in the first half of the cycle, pre-ovulation. True False None Primary actions of herbs to favor during pregnancy include: Alternative and circulatory Laxative and cholagogue Adaptogen and emmenagogue Tonic and anabolic None In the 2nd month of embryonic development, the 5 elements express into the 3doshas and the kalala assumes a ball-likee shape is it is male and an egg like shape is it isfemale. True False None Causes of estrogen dominance are: Peri-menopause Xenoestrogens Excess body fat All of the above None Estrogen can be converted into cortisol and create a strain and reduction of sexhormones, thereby impairing the proper function of Artava. True False None By the end of which month is the physical structure of the fetus distinctly formed? 6th month 8th month 5th month 7th month None Beverages to consume during labor to maintain hydration are: Gatorade and soda to calm the stomach Water and natural electrolyte supplements Milk and cucumber water Coca Cola and coffee for energy None During labor, it is important for a mother to remain in one position for the safety ofthe child and ease of delivery True False None The Vata Dosha is associated with which aspect of the menstrual cycle? The menstrual blood and menstruation Increased hormonal activity and pending ovulation The movement and timing of ovulation Increased energy, libido, and cervical mucus at the time of ovulation None Cortisol is quick-acting and triggers a fight or flight response to real or perceivedthreats to well-being and survival True False None Primary reproductive herbs that benefit both Shukra and Artava include: Vidari and Shatavari Vidari and Gokshura Ashwagandha and Gokshura Manjistha and Vidari None After 20 weeks, discontinue back lying poses, use side-lying positions instead True False None While Artava is cool, active and more alkaline in nature, Shukra is hot, passiveand more acidic. True False None Hormones the can serve as stress buffers include: Oxytocin and Relaxin DHEA and cortisol Prolactin and Oxytocin Estrogen and Oxytocin None Luteinizing Hormone stimulates the growth of Ovarian follicle which holds thegrowing egg. True False None Dysmenorrhea is worsened by: A diet rich in fiber Eating an ama producing diet Ingesting a lot of kale, chard, and other leafy greens Drinking a lot of cucumber juice None Apana is one of the five subdoshas of Pitta Dosha. True False None It is not safe for a woman to consume any food at any point during her labor. True False None Examples of grounding asanas to favor during pregnancy include: Bound angle (Baddha Konasana) and squats (Garland pose- Malasana) Pigeon (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) and forward bend (Paschimottanasana) Head to knee pose (janu sirsasana) and half seated twist (Ardha Matstendrasana) Child’s pose (Balasana) and shoulder stand (Sarvagasana) None Pitta type menstrual symptoms are improved by heat application. True False None Ayurvedic fertility is based upon healthy Sukra and Artava and the nourishmentof the dhatus. True False None High levels of stress hormones increase the risk of: Heart disease Digestive impairment Menstrual disturbances All of the above None Ovum carries a Y chromosome and sperm carry an X chromosome. True False None Infertility is considered after how long of regular sexual union without contraceptionwith no conception, implantation or ability to retain the fetus until childbirth? Six months Nine months 12 months 10 months None Sperm can live in the uterus for around 7 days and the lifespan of an egg is 24-36hours True False None In the 6th month, ojas moves from the mother to the fetus. True False None Some of the best Ayurvedic herbs for dysmenorrhea are: Ashoka and Manjistha Gokshura and Mustaka Shatavari and Ashwagandha Vidari and Kapikacchu None Essential Fatty acids contribute to brain development, regulation of inflammatoryprocess, and oxygen transport True False None Prolonged inversions are recommended during the menstrual cycle to increasecirculation. True False None The baby will deplete mother’s stores if not enough of which major mineral in a mother’s diet during pregnancy? This mineral also plays a role in preventing irritability, insomnia, and leg cramps. Calcium Iron Protein EFAs None A pregnant woman should ideally consumer half her body weight in grams ofprotein throughout her pregnancy. True False None Kapha type of menstrual cycle is characterized by which is the following: Scanty, irregular cycle Shorter menstrual cycle in terms of length Migraines and increased bowel movements Heavy cycle with clotting None Shatavari is the best Ayurvedic male reproductive tonic and Ashwagandha is thebest female reproductive tonic. True False None Ojas building foods and herbs include: Deep leafy greens Almonds and dates Grapefruits, lemons, and limes Apple pie with whipped cream None Milk is one of the best anupans to target both Shukra and Artava. True False None Some key general guidelines to follow for Asana practice during pregnancy include: Widen legs and practice twists to increase circulation to the baby Widen legs and avoid crunching the abdominal muscles Favor inversions even if you have not done them before to enhance circulation Enjoy the effect of the relaxin and the ability to stretch a little father during pregnancy None In the case of a hospital birth, it is not time to go to the hospital until the beginningof the transition phase. True False None During labor one of the most important keys is conscious breathing – deep fullbelly breathing or ujjayi pranayama. True False None The marga of Artava is the: Fallopian tubes, uterus, cervical canal, yoni Yoni ostha (the labia) Ovaries, areola of nipples Fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus None Which type of gunas bring balance to a pitta type menstrual cycle? Catalyzing Warming Cooling Heavy None Time's up