Antenatal Flashcards
(40 cards)
What is Nagele’s rule for estimating the due date?
Subtract 3 months from first day of last menstrual period and then add 7 days
This rule helps calculate the estimated delivery date (EDD) based on the menstrual cycle.
What is the most accurate method for determining gestational age?
First trimester ultrasound
Ultrasound measurements in the first trimester provide the best estimate of gestational age.
How often should prenatal visits occur from conception to 28 weeks?
Every 4 weeks
Regular check-ups are crucial for monitoring the health of both the mother and fetus.
What are the recommended frequencies for prenatal visits from 29 to 36 weeks?
Every 2-3 weeks
As pregnancy progresses, visit frequency increases to monitor for complications.
What are the recommended frequencies for prenatal visits from 37 weeks- till birth
weekly
what are the week ranges for the 1st 2nd and 3rd trimester
1st: 1-13 weeks
2nd: 14-26 weeks
3rd: 27weeks-through term
What Rh incompatibility cauces a problem between mother and baby
Mom is Rh negative and fetus is Rh positive
This condition can lead to hemolytic disease of the newborn if not managed.
What is a nuchal translucency ultrasound?
examines a fluid filled space behind the babies neck to detect for congenital abnormalities like down syndrome
This test is typically performed between 11-14 weeks of gestation.
What is the GBS screen and why is it done
Group B Streptococcus screen which is done since this bacteria can be dangerous to a baby
Positive results require antibiotic treatment during labor to prevent infection in the newborn.
Define Gravida in pregnancy terms.
Number of all pregnancies, including current
This term helps track a woman’s pregnancy history.
What is a Nulligravida?
A woman who has never been pregnant
This term is used to describe a woman’s obstetric history.
what does GTPAL stand for and state exactly what they mean
-Gravida: Number of all pregnancies irregardless of weeks and including current
-Term: Number of babies born after 37 weeks
Preterm: Number of babies born between 20-37 weeks
Abortion: Number of abortions under 20 weeks either spontaneous or elective
Living: Number of current living children not including current baby
What is parity
Number of pregnancies that went beyond 20 weeks
what is multipara
given birth to 2 children or more
nullipara
Not completed a pregnancy above 20 weeks
What are presumptive signs of pregnancy?
symptoms that suggest pregnancy but could be due to other conditions. often subjective indicators
These signs are subjective and may indicate pregnancy but are not definitive.
What are the probable signs of pregnancy?
Signs of pregnancy that are not definitive but are usually strong indicators and don’t suggest other conditions (like all the signs that we learned about)
These signs are more indicative of pregnancy but still not definitive.
What is the risk associated with gestational diabetes?
Increased insulin resistance and potential macrosomia in the fetus
Managing gestational diabetes is crucial to prevent complications during delivery.
What is the definition of pre-eclampsia?
Increase in BP > 20 weeks with or without proteinuria
Pre-eclampsia can lead to severe complications for both mother and baby.
What is the purpose of magnesium sulfate in the context of pre-eclampsia?
To control seizures
Magnesium sulfate is used to prevent eclampsia in severe cases.
What is goodell’s sign
Softening of the cervix or vagina
what is chadwick’s sign
when cervix or vaginal mucosa becomes bluish
What is hegar’s sign
softening of the uterus
what is mcdonalds sign
when you can flex the body of the uterus against the cervix
