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03/17/2013

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Term
Abortion
Definition
Birth occurring before the end of 20 weeks gestation
Term
Acrocyanosis
Definition
a bluish discoloration of hands and feet and may be present in the first few hours of birth but resolves with improve circulation
Term
Amenorreah
Definition
absence of menses. Primary and secundary
Term
Amniocentesis
Definition
Procedure whereby amniotic fliud is obtained for genetic disorders, fetal health status and evaluation of fetal maturity
Term
Antepartum
Definition
Time btw conception and onset of labor. (prenatal)
Term
Ballotment
Definition
Rebound of the fetus or passive fetal movement felt by the examiner by pushing the fetal body up against the cervix
Term
Braxton HIcks Contractions
Definition
irregular, usually painless uterine contractions ocurring intermitently throughout pregnancy, beginning around 4 month. (False Labor)
Term
Chadwick´s Sign
Definition
Bluish purple discoloration of cervix, vagina, vulva and mucus membrane (4 weeks)
Term
Ballotment
Definition
Rebound of the fetus or passive fetal movement felt by the examiner by pushing the fetal body up against the cervix
Term
Braxton HIcks Contractions
Definition
irregular, usually painless uterine contractions ocurring intermitently throughout pregnancy, beginning around 4 month. (False Labor)
Term
Chadwick´s Sign
Definition
Bluish purple discoloration of cervix, vagina, vulva and mucus membrane (4 weeks)
Term
Chloasma (Melasma)
Definition
Facial darkening of skin around forehead and prominent in dark-haired women worsened by exposure to the sun (mask of pregnancy)
Term
Colostrum
Definition
Yellowish or creamy looking that is tickers than mature milk and contains more protein, fat soluble vitamins and minerals, antibodiesIgA and provide passive immunity
Term
Couvade Syndrome
Definition
Development of physical symptoms such as fatigue, backage, depression by the partner of the pregnant woman
Term
Diastasis Recti
Definition
Separation of the rectus abdominis muscle due to excess pressure of the enlarged uterus resulting in pendulous abdomen
Term
Funic Souffle
Definition
a soft blowing sound of blood pulsating through umbilicus occurs at same rate as the fetal heart rate
Term
Gestation
Definition
Number of weeks of pregnancy since the first day of the last menstrual period
Term
Goodell´s Sign
Definition
Softening of the cervix-due to estrogen and progesterone probable sign of pregnancy
Term
Gravida
Definition
Any pregnancy regardless of duration including present one
Term
Hegar´s Sign
Definition
Softening of the isthmus of cervix'around 6-8 weeks
Term
Linea nigra
Definition
Pigmented line extending from pubic area to umbilicus
Term
Multigravida
Definition
A woman in second or any subsequent pregnancy
Term
Multipara
Definition
A woman who had 2 or more births at more than 2 weeks gestation
Term
Nullipara
Definition
Woman who had no births at more than 20 weeks gestation
Term
Nulligravida
Definition
woman who has never been pregnant
Term
Para (parity)
Definition
Birth after 20 weeks gestation regardless of whether infant is born alive or dead
Term
PICA
Definition
Persistent eating of substances such as clay, soil, soap, etc
Term
Postpartum
Definition
Time from birth until the body returns to prepregnancy state
Term
Primigravida
Definition
a woman who is present pregnant for the first time
Term
Primipara
Definition
A woman who has had one birthat more than 20 weeks gestation, regardless of whether the infant was born alive or dead
Term
Postterm Labor
Definition
Labor occurring after 42 weeks
Term
Preterm labor
Definition
Labor occurring after 20 weeks, but before 37 weeks gestation
Term
Postpartum Labor
Definition
TIme from delivery of the placenta and membranes until woman returns to pre-pregnant condition
Term
Pseudoanemia
Definition
Physiology anemia of pregnancy. Increase plasma volume 50 %, is greater than total erythrocyte volume of 30%, the hematocrit decrease.
Term
Quickening
Definition
is a fluttering sensation in the abdomen. Perception of fetal movement. Occurs about 18'20 weeks in a primiparous but as early as 16 weeks in a multiparous
Term
Stillbirth
Definition
an infant born dead after 20 weeks of gestation
Term
Striae Gravidarium
Definition
stretch marks, reddish and wavy
Term
Uterine Souffle
Definition
A soft blowing sound heard during abdominal auscultation over the uterus at same rate with maternal pulse-due to increased uterine blood flow
Term
Full Term
Definition
38-42 weeks
Term
Pregnancy
Definition
period btw conception through complete birth of the products of conception
Term
Progesterone
Definition
Hormone of pregnancy
Term
Estrogen
Definition
Beauty hormone
Term
Reproductive Changes in Pregnancy
Definition
Increase amount of estrogen ad growing fetus
Term
Mcdonalds sign
Definition
ease of flexing the body of uterus againts the Cervix
Term
Uterus
Definition
increase in size by the en of the 12 week above the symphysis pubis by end of 12 wks pear to globular shape
Term
Lightening
Definition
Descent of the fetal head into the pelvis
Term
Ovaries
Definition
ovum production ceases
Corpus luteum persists and secrets hormones until wks 6-8. Secretes progesterone until wks 7
Placenta assumes its function
Term
Vagina
Definition
Ph 4-5
Increase estrogen levels. Thickness mucos, secretions (leukorrhea)
Connective tissue relaxes
Term
Breast
Definition
Increased estrogen and progesterone levels
Increased size
Fullness , areolas darken
Colostrum produce during 3rd trimester
Blue veins, Montgomery tubercule enlarge
Striae
Term
Respiratory Changes
Definition
To meet increased O2 demand. Levels of progesterone causes:
Increase volume 30-40%
Decreased airway resistance
Hyperventilation SOB
Increase antero-posterior diameter
Nasal stiffness due to increase estrogen levels
Epistaxis due to hypersecretion of mucus and vascular congestion
Term
Cardiac
Definition
CO & blood volume increases
Uterus size interferes with blood volume return
Increased level of red blood cells to increase O2 delivery to cells
Pseudoanemia
Hypercoagulation state
Supine hypotension
Pulse rate increase
BP decreases
Edema and varicosities
Term
Hcg Hormone
Definition
Nause, vomiting symptoms
Stimulates progestorone & estrogen secretion to maintain pregnancy
Secreted by trophoblast (placenta)
Term
GI
Definition
Heartburn, pyrosis due to relaxation of cardiac sphincter
Constipation, flatulence=due to displacement of stomach, decrease peristalsis
Nause, vomiting = Hgc
Hyperptyalism(increase salivation) = estrogen levels
Risk for gallstones formation= elevated cholesterol levels
Gingival hypertrophy-bleed easily
Term
Renal System
Definition
Increase Blood Volume 50% by second
To compensate renal tubular reabsorption increases
Glycosuria
Urinary frequency
Term
3 trimesters
Definition
1-13 first
14-26 second
26-40-42 third
Term
Musculoskeletal
Definition
Relaxation of joints caused by increased estrogen and progesterone
Wadding gait
Lordosis
Diastasis rectis
Term
CNS
Definition
Decrease attention, concentration and memory
Depression
Memory loss dissappears after birth
Term
Endocrine System
Definition
Metabolism increased
Thyroid enlargement
Pituitary enlargement . Anterior pituitary produce prolactin
Parathyroid enlargement allows for better use of calcium and vitamin D
Term
Changes
Definition
Pancreas: 1 st trimester decreased insuline. After that the woman has increased insulin needs

Adrenal: Increase aldosterone.

Neck: Slight hyperplasia of thyroid in the 3rd trimester, small, nontender node
Term
Weight Gain
Definition
Normal: BMI 25-35
3-5 lbs 1st trimester
1lb week 2nd-3rd
12-15 2nd trimester
12-15 3rd trimester

Overweight: 15-25 lbs
Underweight: reach ideal wt PLUS gain 25-35 lbs
Obese less or equeal to 15 lbs
Term
Nutrition
Definition
needs and additional 300 cal/day
prenatal vitamins
Term
Estrogen
Definition
Controls development of female secondary sex characteristcs
Assist in the maturation of the ovarian follicles
Causes endometrial mucosa to proliferate following menstruation
Causes uterus to increase in size and weight
Increased myometrial contractility in both the uterus and fallopian tubes
Increases uterine sensitivity to oxytocin
Inhibits FSH production
Stimulates LH production
Term
Progesterone
Definition
Decreases uterine motility and contractility
Facilitates vaginal epithelium proliferation
Secretion of thick viscous cervical mucus
Increases breast glandular tissue in preparation for breast feeding
Produced by Corpus Luteum- 1st 5 weeks intil placenta do
Term
Human Placental Lactogen (hPL)
Definition
antagonist of insulin, decreases material metabolism of glucose to favor fetal growth
Term
Relaxin
Definition
Inhibits uterin activity, decreasing uterine contractions
Term
Prostaglandins
Definition
fatty acids produced by the endometrium classified as hormones

Primaries: PGE and PGF
PGE relaxes smooth muscles
PGF increases contractility of muscles

High concentration in pregnancy
Exact function unknown
Decreased amount may lead to HTN/eclampsia
Associated with onset of labor
Term
Presumptive Pregnancy
Definition
Amenorrhea
Nauseaand vomiting
fatigue
Urinary frequency
Breast changes
Quickening
Term
Objective (probable) signs of pregnancy
Definition
Pelvic organ changes
Goodell´s and Chadwick´s sign
Hegar´s sign and McDonald´s sign
Uterine enlargement
Braxton Hicks Contractions
Uterine Souffle
Skin pigmentations
Pregnancy test
Ballotment
Fetal outline
Term
Diagnostics positive changes
Definition
Fetal heartbeat audible with stethoscope at 18-2' weeks, doppler 10-12 wks

PReFetal movement felt examiner 20-24 wks, mother 16-20 wks

Visualization of the fetus. Ultrasound per vagina gestational 5 weeks
Term
Pregnancy Test
Definition
Urine Test
Serum test
OTC pregnancy test

if negative test may be repeated in 1 week if period has not occurred

Enzyme immunoassay tests
Performed on urine
Sensitive
Detect even low levels of hCG
Instructions must be followed carefully
Term
Mom´s Psychological Changes
Definition
1st trimester: acceptance of pregnancy
2nd trimester: acceptance of baby. quickening
3rd trimester: Acceptance of birth. anxiety about birth nesting occurs
Term
Dad´s Psychological changes
Definition
1st trimester: disbellief, unreal
2nd trimester: involvement, role, resent attention. begins to decide which behaviors of own father he wants to imitate or discard
3rd trimester: couvade, role. Anxiety about labor and birth
Term
Rubin´s four tasks
Definition
ensuring safe passage through pregnancy, labor, and birth
acceptance from others
Commitment as a mother
Term
Family Psychological changes
Definition
siblings: threat to security in relation with parents
Grandparents: Usually supportive, excited
Term
Cultural competency on birth
Definition
main beliefs
wishes
traditions
values
behaviors about pregnancy and chilbearing
Assess for universal tendencies of rituals-celebrations
Assess individual uniqueness
Term
Adolescents Pregnancy
Definition
Early adoslescence 14 and under. Conformity to peer group

Middle adolescence 15-17 seeks independence

late adolescence 18-19 understand and accepts consequeences for behaviors
Term
Risks in adolescence pregnancy
Definition
preterm labor
low birth weight infant
cephalopelvic disproportion
iron deficiency anemia
preeclampsia
STI´s
Term
Older Women
Definition
fetal death risk older than 35
more likely to have chronic medical conditions
Chronic medical conditions could pose a risk to the fetus
Increase risk for cesarean section
Risk Down Syndrome
Risk for autosomal dominant inherited disorders
Term
Scope of Practice
Definition
limits of practice set by state statutes
Term
Standard of care
Definition
minimum criteria for competence delivery of nursing care- protection of public
Term
Informed consent
Definition
right to autonomy-self determination
Term
Emancipated minor:
Definition
under 18 pregnant teens
mature minors 14-15 y
right to privacy
DNR
Term
The unborn child
Definition
chilhood defined starting at conception
Designed to promote prenatal care on 2002
George W Bush
Term
Intrapartum
Definition
from onset of true labor until birth of fetus and placenta
Term
Nagels Rule
Definition
Begins with the 1st day of LMP substract 3 months and add 7 days. base on 280 days of pregnacy
Term
fundal height
Definition
measurement from symphysis pubis to top of uterus in cms
Term
8 weeks
Definition
fundus at symphysis pubis
Term
10-12 weeks
Definition
fundus just above symphysis pubis
Term
20 weeks
Definition
at umbilicus
Term
fundus height correlates
Definition
with weeks 22-34
Term
Assessment of fetal development
Definition
quickening
fetal heartbeat
ultrasound
Term
TPAL
Definition
T: number of term infants born

P: number of preterm infants

A: number of pregnacies ending in either spontaneous or therapeutic abortion

L: number of currently living children
Term
Prenatal medical visits
Definition
Every 4 weeks for the first 28 weeks gestation

Every 2 weeks until 36 weeks gestation

Every week until chilbirth after week 36
Term
T.O.R.C.H
Definition
T: toxoplasmosis
O: Hepatitis B
R: Rubella
C: Cytomegalovirus
H: Herpex Simplex Virus
Term
Pelvic Inlet
Definition
diagonal conjugate
measure at least 11. 5 cm

Obstetric conjugate -10 cm or more
Term
Fetal Activity Monitoring
Definition
Cardiff Couting method:
Focus in couting fetal movements and keeping 3 records
movement good
no movement no good
Term
Daily fetal movement
Definition
less than 3 fetal movement within 1 hour warrant further evaluation
Term
NonStress TEst
Definition
use of an electronic fetal monitor to determine fetal well being
no oxytocin
20-30 min
Reactive -good lasting 15 second or more in a 20 min windw at least 2 of 15 bpm above baseline
Term
Contraction stress test
Definition
evaluate respiratory function of the placenta
NEGATIVE- 3 good contractions of 40 or more secs in 10 minutes, without late decelerations (desire)
Positive-repetitive late decelaration with more than 50% on contractions
equivocal or suspicius: nonpersistant late decels or decels assiaciated with hyperstimulation
Term
Doppler blood flow
Definition
16-18 weeks and at regular interval for pregnancy at risk
normal S/D ratio below 2.6 by 26 weeks or below 3 at term
Above 3 is abnormal
Term
Amniocentesis
Definition
Procedure used to obtain amniotic fluid
Done after 14 weeks btw 15-16 or in late pregnancy 30-35 weekss

genetic concerns
Congenital anomalies
Fetal maturity
Fetal hemolytic disease
99% accuracy
Term
Chonic Villus Sampling (CVS)
Definition
10-12 weeks removal of small tissue from fetal portion of the placenta
Term
Percutaneous Umbilical Cord Sampling
Definition
1-4 ml of blood is removed
During 2nd and third trimester
Term
Danger Signs
Definition
Persistent vomiting: HYpermesis gravidarum
Severe headache: Hypertension, preemclampsia
Edema: preeclampsia
Muscular irritability: Preeclampsia, eclampsia
Epigastric pain: Preeclampsia, ischemia in major abdominal vessel
Oliguria: renal impairment, decreased fluid intake
Dysuria: UTI
Absence of fetal movement: maternal medication, obesity, fetal death
Term
Fetal development
Definition
pre-embryonic 2 weeks
Embryonic 3-8 weeks
Fetal period 9 week to birth
Term
4 weeks
Definition
4-6 mm, brain formed from anterior neural tube, limb buds seen, heart beats, GI system begins
Term
6 weeks
Definition
12 mm, primitive skeletal shape, chambers in heart, respiratory system begins, ear formation begins
Term
Teratogenesis
Definition
embryo is most vulnerable to teratogenesis during the forst 8 weeks of cell diferentiation and organ system development.
Term
Effects to teratogens
Definition
maternal and fetal genotype
stage of develoment when exposure occurs
dose and duration of exposure to the agent
Term
Week 16
Definition
about 11.5 - 13 cm and wrights 100 g
eyes, ears, and nose are formed, face
Fetus is covered with lanugo
Baby sex
fetus active
Term
Week 32
Definition
weights about 1800-2100 and is about 31-33 cm
Sense of taste
skin red and wrinkled
Term
Week 40
Definition
considered term at 38
weighs 3000-3600 48-52 cm long
Baby fully formed
Term
20 week
Definition
heartbeat with fetoscope
quickening
Regular schedule
hands grasp
fav possition
vexnix and lanugo
head hair, eyebrwon, eyelashes
Term
28 weeks
Definition
eyes open and close
baby can breath
surfactant needed
2/3 final lenght
Term
32 weeks
Definition
baby fingernails
subcutaneus fat
less red and wrinkled
Term
Effects of use of cocaine and crack
Definition
Maternal effects: seizures, hallucinations, pulmonary edema, cerebral hemorrhage, heart problems, respiratory failure, spontaneous abortion, abruptio placentae, preterm, and stillbirth exagerated sartle reflex, diarreah, cocaine crosses into breast milk

Fetal Neonatal effects: IUGR, small head circumference, cerebral infarction, altered brain dev, shorter body lenght
Term
if cocaine use after childbirth
Definition
prohibits breastfeeding
Term
Effects of use of Marijuana
Definition
no evidence in teratogenic
Withdraw and ecessive crying
Term
Effects of use of Ecstasy
Definition
MDMA
euphoria and feelings of empathy for others
Dead
fetal brain development
Term
Effects of use of Heroine
Definition
CNS depressant narcotic
Euphoria
malnutrition
IUGR and meconium aspiration
hypoxia
vomiting seizures
withdrawal
poor consolability
Term
Effects of use of Methadone
Definition
Blocks withdrawal symptoms
Abnormal fetal presentation
Crosses placenta
Term
Effects of Alcohol use
Definition
CNS depressant
Potent teratogenic
Maternal: malnutrition
bone marrow supression
liver disease
withdrawal seizures
new born may suffer withdrawal syndrome
mental abnormalities
Term
Cardinal Signs of DM
Definition
Polyuria
polydipsia
polyphagia
weight loss
Term
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Definition
first diagnose during pregnancy
difficult to control
Risk for ketoacidosis
HTN may occur
Nephropathy
Retinopathy
Term
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Definition
1st trimester easy to control after that more complicated

babies are bigger with mom diabetes bc they consume the extra sugar
Term
Margnesium Sulfate
Definition
Lower uterine contraction
contraindications: HTN, DM, preemclampsia
HOLD magnesium if knee-jerk reflex absent
Term
Oxytocin (pitocin)
Misoprostol (Cytotec)
Definition
Precipitate or increase uterine contractions
Contraindications: cephalopelvic disproportion, malpresentation, nonreasuring fetal signs, placenta previa, active genital herpes, uterine scar.
Discontinue if contractions are less than 2 minutes or last more than 90 seconds, then use left side lying position oxygenm prepare for cesarean
Term
Carboprost (hemabate)
Definition
Uterine stimulants to decrease post partum bleeding
give antidiarreah, asses for bleeding
Term
Misoprostol (cytotec) dinoprostone (cervidil)
Definition
Electtive abortion 12-28 weeks
Asses, dinoprostone: elevation temperature, notify physician of chest tightness
Term
Magnesium sulfate
Definition
anticonvulsant
lower seizures in preeclampsia
Assess low BP, low Respirations, pulse rythm, seizure precautions
Discontinue for tighness in chest or absence of knee jerk reflex, chech serum magnesium levels 6 hours, warm flush is expected
Term
Glucocorticoids
Definition
Bethametasone (celestone), dexamethasone

lower neonatal respiratory distress syndrome.
F &E imbalance, cerebral edema . discontinue slowly if used more than 1 week
Term
Antihypertensive
Definition
hydralazine, labetalol, nifedipine (procardia)

Lower BP in preeclampsia
Asses BP, pulse fluid imbalance, respiratory depression, hyporeflexia
Term
calcium gluconate
Definition
magnesium sulfate overdose antidote
Term
Maternal risk on DM
Definition
Polyhydramnios/hydramnios
hyperglycemia
preeclampsia-eclampsia
ketoacidosis
infections-monilial, vaginitis, UTI
Term
Fetal Neonatal Risk
Definition
Macrosomia
Congenital anomalies
IGRU
Respiratory distress syndrome
Polycythemia
Hyperbilirubemia
Term
screening DM
Definition
50g random glucose test at 24-28 weeks
Results over 130 -140 require further testing

Three hour GTT (OGTT)
FBS - 95
1 hour 180
2 hour 155
3 hr 140

any 2 of 3 hr GTT=diagnosis
Term
DM
Definition
diet and insulin
HbA1c
Lispro or aspart taken beofre meals and NPH or Lente before breakfast and at bedtime
Term
Antepartal management DM
Definition
fetal well being NST
BPP
MSAFP offered at 16-20 weeks
Ultrasound 18 and 20 weeks
Dayly fetal activity
Education hypo and hyperglycemia
Term
Antepartal management DM
Definition
fetal well being NST
BPP
MSAFP offered at 16-20 weeks
Ultrasound 18 and 20 weeks
Dayly fetal activity
Education hypo and hyperglycemia
Term
during lactation
Definition
calories needs increase 500-800 kcal above prepregnant state
Term
intrapartal management DM
Definition
Timing birth
to prevent neonatal hypoglycemia/check hourly
IV lines 5% dextrose-saline solution
decrease insuline requirement
Term
Causes of bleedng on 1st and 2nd trimester
Definition
Chromosomal abnormalities
Teratogenic drugs
Faulty implantation-ectopic
Placental abnormalities
Maternal infections
Term
Classification of spontaneous abortions
Definition
threatened abprtion
imminent abortion
complete abortion
Incomplete abortion
Missed abortion
habitual abortion
Term
Nursing management abortion
Definition
bedrest
VS, FHT
Signs of shock
Count/weight pads
Asses FHR
Prepare for IV and O2
assess coping mechanism
Labs, type & cross match, transfusion, Hct, Hgb
Rhogam

D & C
If bleeding persist 12 weeks induction of labor by oxytocin and protaglandins

Emotional support
Term
Ectopic Pregnancy
Definition
Implantation of the blastocyst or ovum in a site other than the uterus
Common fallopian tubes
Term
Risk Factors in Ectopic
Definition
any factor that results in tubal occlusion such as PID and IUD

Previous tubal surgeries
Anomalies of the fallopian tubes
Endometriosis
Uterine exposure to DES
Term
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
Definition
Sharp unilateral pain (adnexal mass) palpable over ovary fallopain tube, and syncope

Referred shoulder pain, Lower abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding
Fainting and dizziness
Hypovolemia
Rigid tender abdomen

1-2 missed menses
hcG present
Term
Ectopic Pregnancy
Definition
Low hcG levels
History of missed menses
Pelvic mass and tenderness
Low progesterone levels
Ultrasound
Term
Ectopic Pregnancy Treatment
Definition
Salpingostomy- possile before rupture
Salpingectomy

inyection of Intramuscular methotrexate- destroy rapid dividing cells
Term
Gestational Trophblastic disease (molar pregnancy)
Definition
Pathologic proliferation of trophoblastic cells
Hydatidiform mole
Choriocarcinoma
Uterine enalargement greater than gestational age, vaginal bleeding
Term
Hydatidiform Mole
Definition
Abnormal development of the placenta (degeneration of trphoblastic villi) into fluid filled, grape like clusterd

complete mole
partial mole
Term
Hydatidiform Mole
Definition
Present in 50%
May pass hydropic vesicles
Hyperemesis gravidarum
higher serum hCG leves
Term
Diagnosos of hydatidiform mole
Definition
Hcg positive
Ultrasound= no fetus
Urinalysis= proteinuria
Term
Hydatifiform mole
Definition
Ultrasound
D & C
Curettage
Emotional support
Hysterectomy for excessive bleeding
Follow up one year
hCG level indicates choriocarcinama
SINGLE AGENT CHEMOTHERAPY METHOTREXATE
Pregnancy should be avoided for one year
Term
Hydatidiform Mole nursing care
Definition
VS, vaginal bleeding
Check for Abd. pain
assess emotional state
Cross and match
Oxytocin-uterine contraction
Rh immune globulin if Rh negative
delay pregnancy 1 year
Term
Placenta Previa
Definition
implantation in the lower uterine segment
Term
Placenta Abruptio
Definition
premature separation of the placenta
Term
Categories of placenta previa
Definition
total
partial
marginal
low-lying
Term
Predisposing factors placenta previa
Definition
prior
multiple pregnancies and birth
C/S, curretage
advance maternal age
abortion
cigarrete smoking, male fetus
Term
Implications of Placenta previa
Definition
psy stress
transverse lie common
Changes in FHR
Meconium staining
fetal compromise (hypoxia)
Cesarean birth
Neonatal anemia
Term
Placenta previa
Definition
NO VAGINAL EXAM
bed rest
Monitor blood loss, pain, uterine contractility
LAbs hgb, hct, Rh Factors, uniralysis
IV-lactated Ringers
Two units of cross-marched blood
Term
nursing management placenta previa
Definition
NO VAGINAL EXAMS
Subjective and Objective Blood loos, pain, uterine contractility
External Fetal monitoring of FHR
I&O every 5-15 min w/ active hemorrhage
Family cope
Provide information
Term
Placenta abruptio
Definition
usually at 3 trimester
incidence 1:100 births
HTN, cocaine abuse, trauma
Term
Types of placenta abruptio
Definition
marginal
central
complete
Term
Marginal Placenta Abruptio
Definition
Separates its edges
BLood passes btw fetal membranes and uterine wall
Blood escapes vaginally
Term
Placenta abruptio central
Definition
separate centrally
blood trapped btw placenta and uterine wall
Concealed bleeding
Term
Abruptio placenta complete
Definition
Total separation
Massive vaginal bleeding
Term
Placenta abruptio
Definition
excessive intrauterine pressure caused by

hydramnios
multiple gestation
HTN
smoking
alcohol
Advanced maternal age
Multiparity
trauma
MVA
Premature rupture of membranes
Short umbilical cord
Cocaine abuse
Term
Symptoms Abruptio Pacentae
Definition
Sudden onset
Dark venous blood or bright red vaginal bleeding
Abdomen rigid (borad like), hard
Severe pain
Note- opposite of previa

PREPARA FOR EMERGENCY C/S
Term
Incompetent Cervix
Definition
Premature dilatation of the cervix associated with repeated second trimester spontaneous abortions
Term
Possible Causes of inc. Cervix
Definition
Cervical trauma
Infection
Congenital vcervical or uterine anomalies
Increased uterine volume
Term
S & S Inc. CX
Definition
Painless, bloodless second trimester abortion (20 weeks)
Uterine contraction
Pelvic exam show dilatation and effacement

RISK:
Cong. structural defects
Increased maternal age
Hx of cervical trauma
Term
Tx of Incomp. Cx
Definition
Shirodkar procedure (cerclage)
Reinforces the weakned cervix
Purse string suture is placed in cervix
Cesarean birth may be planned
Suture cut vaginal birth
Term
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Definition
Excessive nause and vomiting during pregnancy past 12 weeks
Increase levels of hCG may play role
Dehydration, muscle wasting
Term
Causes of Hyperemesis
Definition
Unknown
Women w/ history of hyperemesis
Migraine headaches, motion sickness
Sickness r/t total contraceptives
Hyperthyroidism
Helicobacter pylori infection
Emotional factor
Term
Hyperemesis
Definition
To control vomiting nd dehydration
antiemetics
Potassium chloride
Vitamin B6
TPN
Term
PROM
Definition
spontaneous ROM prior to onset of laor

Preterm ROM oocurring before 37 weeks

Diagnosis: Nitrazine paper and Ferning test Dark blue (ammniotic fluid) alkaline
Term
PROM
Definition
bed rest
LABS CBC WBC
C reactive protein and urinalysis
Administer BETAMETHASONE
Term
Hypertensive disorders
Definition
Gestational
Preeclampsia-Eclampsia
Chronic hypertension
Chronic HTN with superimposed preeclampsia or eclampsia
Term
Preeclampsia
Definition
Increased BP
Proteinuria
Edema
Term
Clinical man. Preeclampsia
Definition
Mild preeclampsia
BP 140/90 or higher
1 proteinuria
Liver enzymes elevated
Edema
Term
Severe preeclampsia
Definition
BP 160/110 mm Hg or higher
Proteinuria which is 5g/L in 24 hr
Term
Mild Preeclampsia
Definition
Bed rest
Monitors BP
24 urine hr
Low NA diet, High protein
Check fetal movement
Advised to report signs of worsening preeclampsia
Term
Severe preeclampsia
Definition
bed rest
High protein-low NA diet
24 hr urine collection
Fetal well being
Anticonvulsant therapy MAGNESIUM SULFATE
Fluid and electrolyte replacement
Corticorteroid and Antihypertensive drugs
Apresoline, aldomet, procardia, labetelol
Term
Eclampsia
Definition
Grand mal convulsion
antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum
Magnesium sulfate
sedation: dilantin
Furosemide (lasix)
Digitalis: for circulatory failure
I&O
Anti HTN
Term
Normal Urine Output
Definition
30 ml per hour
Term
HELLP SYNDROME
Definition
risk fro placental abruption, acute renal failure, pulmoary edema, hepatic hematoma, ruptured liver
Complication from preemclampsia
Term
Heart Disease
Definition
complicates about 1% of pregnancies
Decrease cardiac reserve
Diminished capacity to handle pregnancy workload
Term
TYPES OF TRAUMA
Definition
Blunt trauma
Penetrating injuries
Gunshot wounds

Motor vehicles accident- most common
Falls
Direct assaults

Maternal shock
Premature labor or spontaneous abortion
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