Conditions in Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
for which two maternal conditions do you give Vit K and when?
A
Epilepsy
Obstetric Cholestasis
AT 36 WEEKS (10mg IM)
2
Q
When and how do you deliver the baby in obstetric cholestasis
A
IOL by 37-38 weeks
3
Q
How often do you monitor TFTs in hypothyroidism?
A
every 6 weeks
4
Q
What is different about treating hyperthyroidism in pregnancy?
A
use propylthiouracil instead of carbimazole
Carbimazole also CI in breastfeeding
5
Q
ANAEMIA
when do you test Hb in pregnancy?
What values are cut off for iron Tx?
A
booking + 28 weeks
<11 at booking
<10.5 at 28 weeks
