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A narrated 3D animation of a normal vaginal birth, stage by stage. It follows the baby head-down in the uterus through the first stage of labour - regular contractions and cervical dilation to 10 centimetres - then the stronger second-stage contractions, the waters breaking, crowning, and the delivery of the head and body. A clear visual introduction to how childbirth progresses, for students, expectant parents, and the curious. Educational content only - not medical advice.
A Cesarean section (C-section) is surgery to deliver a baby. The baby is taken out through the mother's abdomen. In the United States, almost one in three women has their babies this way. Some C-sections are planned, but many are done when unexpected problems happen during delivery. Reasons for a C-section may include Health problems in the mother The mother carrying more than one baby The size or position of the baby The baby's health is in danger Labor is not moving along as it should
This educational video demonstrates how a male (external) condom is used correctly, including application, removal, and its role in reducing the risk of sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. Adult health information only. Educational only — not medical advice.
During the examination, the doctor gently puts a lubricated, gloved finger of one hand into the rectum. He or she may use the other hand to press on the lower belly or pelvic area. A digital rectal exam is done for men as part of a complete physical examination to check the prostate gland .
Part 1 of this educational video shows the dilatation and curettage (D&C) procedure, a gynecological operation used to sample or clear the uterine lining. It demonstrates the instruments and steps involved for clinicians and students. Procedure education only — not personal medical advice.
Part 2 of this educational video shows the dilatation and curettage (D&C) procedure, a gynecological operation used to sample or clear the uterine lining. It demonstrates the instruments and steps involved for clinicians and students. Procedure education only — not personal medical advice.
Pediatric IV insertion is taught in this narrated training video. The instruction covers recommended vein sites in infants and children, the equipment to prepare, and the catheter sizes used in pediatrics. It is a practical study resource for nursing and clinical skills training.
Not every woman undergoes a traditional vaginal delivery with the birth of her child. Under conditions of fetal or maternal distress, or in the case of breech presentation (when a baby is turned feet first at the time of delivery), or if the woman’s first baby was born by cesarean delivery, a procedure called a cesarean section may be required. During a cesarean, a doctor will make either a lateral incision in the skin just above the pubic hair line, or a vertical incision below the navel. As the incision is made, blood vessels are cauterized to slow bleeding. After cutting through the skin, fat, and muscle of the abdomen, the membrane that covers the internal organs is opened, exposing the bladder and uterus. At this time the physician will generally insert his or her hands into the pelvis in order to determine the position of the baby and the placenta. Next, an incision is made into the uterus and any remaining fluids are suctioned from the uterus. The doctor then enlarges the incision with his or her fingers. The baby’s head is then grasped and gently pulled with the rest of its body from the mother’s uterus. Finally, the abdominal layers are sewn together in the reverse order that they were cut. The mother is allowed to recover for approximately three to five days in the hospital. She will also be quite sore and restricted from activity for the following several weeks. There are several potential complications associated with this procedure that should be discussed with a doctor prior to surgery.
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