Obesity and pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Should you try and lose weigth in pregnancy if you’re obese
A
No - doesnt reduce chance of complications
2
Q
What cna do to help if obese in pregnancy
A
Healthy balanced diet
Exercise
3
Q
Challenges with delivery in obese mums
A
More likely instrumental delivery
Harder ot do an epidural
4
Q
What is there an increased chance of in preganncy if you’re obese?
A
Miscarriage
Gestational diabetes
HPTN and pre-eclampsia
VTEs
Shoulder dystocia
PPH
Emergency C section or instrumental delivery
Stillbirth
Neural tube defect eg spina bifida
5
Q
Why need high dose folic acid if BMI >30
A
Prevent neural tube defects that are more likely in obese women
6
Q
What should pregannat women with a BMI > 30 be prescribed
A
High dose folic acid 5mg OD
