Term
|
Definition
Mucus plug in the cervical os |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Mother feels the fetus move (16-20 weeks) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Fetus decends into the pelvis (39-40 weeks) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
The state of a woman being pregnant |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
The state of a woman haven given birth to a viable fetus. |
|
|
Term
A)Gravida 1, Para 0 B)Gravida 1, Para 1 C)Gradida 2, Para 0 D)Gravida 2, Para 1 C)Gravida 2, Para 2 |
|
Definition
A)currently pregnant for 1st time or was pregnant once and lost the pregnancy B) Delivered a viable fetus from her 1st pregnancy or delivered viable twins (or more) from her 1st pregnancy C) Currently pregnant for the 2nd time after losing 1st pregnancy or lost 2 pregnancies D) Pregnant for the 2nd time, 1st pregnancy was viable E) Pregnant twice, both delivered |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
blood test screening for birth defects (15-18 weeks) |
|
|
Term
Women who are overweight are __% less likely to conceive. |
|
Definition
40% less likely to conceive. |
|
|
Term
"A lone factor, be it insult, irritant, hormone, gene, with whatever the potential it may possess for altering the body, must still rely on the response of that body to dertermine its impact." |
|
Definition
?...a system that is properly functioning to its potential, may resist destructive forces more successfully with less damage. |
|
|
Term
When should you make healthy changes before conception? |
|
Definition
at least 3 months to a year. |
|
|
Term
According to research, the most effective care is given by: midwive, family physicians, or obstetricians? |
|
Definition
All equally effective, women were slightly more satisfied with care from midwives and family physicians. |
|
|
Term
Why are the first 12 weeks of pregnancy important? |
|
Definition
Time of organogenesis and heightened fetal vulnerability to teratogens. |
|
|
Term
Air travel for pregnant women is safe until ___. |
|
Definition
4 weeks before the EDD. Lenghy trips increase the risk of venous thrombosis. |
|
|
Term
What are some contraindications for breastfeeding? |
|
Definition
maternal HIV, chemical dependency, certain medications. |
|
|
Term
Caloric requirements for pregnant women increase by |
|
Definition
340-450 kcal/day in 2nd and 3rd tri's. |
|
|
Term
Pregnant women should gain approxiamtely |
|
Definition
25-35 lb. during pregnancy. |
|
|
Term
Of aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, and acesulfame-k, which would you most want to limit or avoid? |
|
Definition
saccharin: it can cross the placenta and may remain in fetal tissue. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
May act as a uterine stimilant or lead to abortion |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
May alter hormone levels, and lead to possible premature labor. May result in high prolactin/estrogen levels. May elevate blood pressure |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
May worsen heartburn and GURD May promote flow of bile from gall bladder and aggravate gallstone symptoms. |
|
|
Term
Pregnant patients history should include: |
|
Definition
Current pregnancy Past pregnancies Medical Hx Contraceptive Hx Family Hx Psychological Hx Plans for childbirth Risk factors |
|
|
Term
Pregnant patients "cheif complaint" should include: |
|
Definition
Patient's age Marital status Gravidity and parity Last Menstrual period Previous usual menstrual period Expected date of delivery Occupation Father of baby and his occupation |
|
|
Term
Pregnant patients "present Problem" should include |
|
Definition
Description of current pregnancy previous medical/health care Attention given to specific problems: nausea, vomiting, fatigue, edema |
|
|
Term
Review of symptoms special attention is given to: |
|
Definition
Reproductive system Cardiovascular system Endocrine system Urinary tract Respiratory function |
|
|
Term
The growing fetus accounts for __lbs. of the total weight gain. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Most of the weight gain associated with pregnancy is due to |
|
Definition
Placenta Amniotic fluid Uterus Blood and fluid volumes Breasts Fat reserves |
|
|
Term
What is accountable for most of the weight gain during: 2nd tri 3rd tri |
|
Definition
2nd: Maternal tissue growth 3rd: Baby growht |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
"stretch marks" 2nd tri May be influenced by cortisol levels (stress). Hydration and nutrition are the best prevention. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
"vascular spiders" May be found on face, neck, chest, and arms usually resolve after delivery. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
old ones may increase in size, new ones may develop. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
result from epithelial hyperplasia |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Found to some extent in all pregnant women. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
pigmentation of linea alba |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
"mask of pregnancy" 70% of pregnant women Hyperpigmentation Usually fades, sun exposure worsens, makes it more likely to be permanent. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Diffuse redness covers the entire palmar surface or the thenar and hypothenar eminences. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Fine: breasts and abdomen due to stretching Ru Roh: Generalized itching, begins in palms and soles starting in 3rd tri. Sign of more serious condition. (liver being strained, skin taking some of detox role) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Some degree of goiter may develop if iodine defficient. A thyroid bruit may be heard due to increased vascularity |
|
|
Term
Corneal changes associated with pregnancy |
|
Definition
Corneal edema and thickening (3rd tri) Causes hypersensitivity |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
increase in corneal epithelial pigmentation. |
|
|
Term
Why might contact lense wearers have a greasy sensation associated with their eyes during pregnancy? |
|
Definition
Tears contain an increased level of lysosome. |
|
|
Term
Costal angle change during pregnancy |
|
Definition
68 degrees pre pregnancy 103 degrees post pregnancy |
|
|
Term
Blood volume during pregnancy |
|
Definition
40% increase, mainly due to increase in plasma volume. |
|
|
Term
Cardiac output during pregnancy |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Heart position during pregnancyq |
|
Definition
shifted to a horizontal position with slight axis rotation. |
|
|
Term
Blood pressure ___ during the 2nd trimester and ____ during the 3rd |
|
Definition
decreases returns to pre pregnancy levels |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
add 7 days to the first day of the last normal mestrual period and count back 3 months. |
|
|
Term
Measure the Fundal Height |
|
Definition
Have the patient empty bladder Patient supine Measure from upper pubic symphysis to superior fundus Recorded in cm. Most accurate between 20-30 weeks fundal height=gestational age. |
|
|
Term
Hormonal influences on muskuloskeletal system during pregnancy |
|
Definition
Progesterone: alterss the vascular supply to the motor unit (decreases smooth muscle tone) as well as the surrounding structures Estrogen: relaxes the joint capsule, allows more "play" in the joints Relaxin: Contributes to the relaxation effect allowing pelvis to open. |
|
|
Term
Women with uncomplicated "morning sickness" have been noted to have better/worse pregnancy outcomes? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
When should morning sickness begin? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Complete:no identifiable fetal tissue Partial: Some recognizable fetal tissue Signs: vaginal bleeding, Hyperemesis Absense of fetal heart tones Treatment:Evacuation and curettage or hysterectomy |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Any pregnancy outside the uterine cavity. 97% Tubal Abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, normal/slightly enlarged uterus, palpable adnexal mass, pelvic pain with manipulation of the cervix. Diagnosis: Ultrasound |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Pregnancy loss at less than 20 weeks 50% of pregnancies complicated by bleeding. 20% of pregnancies (30% may be more accurate) Diagnose: ultrasound, dilated cervix? |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
pregnancy complicated by bleeding before 20 weeks |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
The cervix has dilated, but the products of conception have not been expelled. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Implantation of the placento over or near the internal os of the cervix. Vaginal bleeding in the 2nd or 3rd trimester. Diagnose:ultrasound |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Separation of the normally located placenta after the 20th week of gestation (prior to birth) Compromises blood supply to the fetus 1% of all pregnancies Can be caused by maternal hypertension Presentation: vaginal bleeding, abdominal, back, or uterine tenderness, fetal distress, abnormal uterine contractions, 15% Fetal death Difficult to identify on ultra sound |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Abnormally high levels of amniotic fluid (>2000mL) Exam: rapidly enlarging uterus, difficulty palpating fetus Manage diabetes, steroid therapy |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Inadequate levels of amniotic fluid Causes: fetal uninary tract anomalies, placental insufficiency, premature rupture of membrane, leakage of amniotic fluid Complications: infection, fetal distress |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Pregnancy-specific multisystem disorder of unkown etiology. New onset of elevated blood pressure and proteinuria after 20 weeks' gestation. 3rd leading cause of pregnancy related deaths |
|
|
Term
Preeclampsia history and examination |
|
Definition
visual disturbance, persistant headache, epigastric or R upper quadrant pain, increased edema. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Elevated blood pressure >140 systolic or >90 diastolic Proteinuria >.3g in 24 hour urine collection |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Magnesium sulfate (during labor to prevent seizures) Antihuertensive drug therapy. exercise, lifestyle, chiropractic |
|
|
Term
Preeclampsia-HELLP Syndrome |
|
Definition
Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes Low Platelet count 4-14% preeclamptic women 25% mortality or serious morbidity |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
severe complication of preeclampsia new onset of seizures in a woman with preeclampsia Deliver baby ASAP |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
8-10% of US births Management: Tocolytic Therapy- slow down contractions, can buy up to 3 days Corticosteriods- stimulate lung developement |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Pregnancy 42+ weeks mortality rate doubles at 42 weeks, 4-6x greater 44 weeks |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Glucose intolerance that begins or is first recognized, during pregnancy. Increases preeclampsia, c section, future diabetes. |
|
|