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In what academic year was this module taught?
2024-25
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Who is the module lead for MIDW1013?
Dr
Zoey Spendlove
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What is the aim of this session regarding midwifery care?
To apply
perineum
anatomy
and physiology knowledge
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What will students be able to do by the end of this session?
List the
functions
of the
pelvic floor
.
Identify the
deep
and
superficial
layers of the pelvic floor.
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What does the perineum correspond to?
The outlet of the
pelvis
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What structure bounds the perineum anteriorly?
Pubic arch
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What type of mass is the perineal body?
Fibromuscular
mass
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Which structure bounds the perineum posteriorly?
Coccyx
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Where is the perineal body located?
Between
urogenital
and
anal
triangles
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What structures bound the perineum laterally?
Ischiopubic rami,
ischial tuberosity's
and
sacrotuberous
ligaments
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What is another name for the pelvic floor?
Pelvic diaphragm
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What shape is the perineum?
Diamond-shaped
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What is the role of the bony pelvis in relation to pelvic organs?
Protects
the
pelvic
organs
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What is the role of the pelvic floor in relation to pelvic organs?
Holds them
in
position
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What two triangles is the perineum subdivided into?
Urogenital
and
anal
triangles
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What type of tissues primarily compose the pelvic floor?
Soft tissues
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What two groups are the muscles of the urogenital triangle divided into?
Superficial
muscles and
deep
muscles
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What membrane covers the urogenital triangle?
Perineal
membrane
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How many layers of tissue is the pelvic floor comprised of?
Six
layers
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What structures does the anal triangle include?
Anal canal
,
internal and external anal sphincters
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Where do the layers of the pelvic floor extend from?
Pelvic peritoneum
to skin of
buttocks
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What is the smooth covering over the uterus and fallopian tubes?
Pelvic peritoneum
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What is the connective tissue which fills space between pelvic organs called?
Pelvic fascia
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What does the pelvic fascia provide support for?
Pelvic organs
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What are the deep muscles of the pelvic floor collectively known as?
Levator ani
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What is the main function of the levator ani muscles?
Provide strong sling to support
pelvic
organs
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When do the levator ani muscles counteract increased intra-abdominal pressure?
During
laughing
,
coughing
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How do superficial muscles compare in importance to levator ani muscles?
Less important
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When are the superficial muscles most likely to be damaged?
During
vaginal delivery
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What supporting factors do subcutaneous fat provide?
No
supporting
factors
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What role does the pelvic floor play during sexual intercourse?
Important
role
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What supporting factors does the skin provide?
No
supporting
factors
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What is a key function of the pelvic floor in relation to bodily functions?
Maintaining
continence
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What structure does the pelvic floor support?
Pelvic organs
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What role does the pelvic floor play during childbirth?
Flexing and rotating
fetal head
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What is vital for the levator-ani muscles to function correctly?
Control of
bladder and bowel function
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When do levator-ani muscles maintain tone?
Except during
urination
, defaecation and
Valsalva manoeuvre
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What ability do levator-ani muscles have at time of acute stress?
Ability to contract quickly
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What do contracting levator-ani muscles maintain during coughing or sneezing?
Continence
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What do levator-ani muscles do during parturition?
Distend
considerably
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