Antenatal Care & Screening Flashcards
1
Q
what can morning sickness progress to?
A
hyperemesis gravidarum
2
Q
when does morning sickness usually subside?
A
usually feel better by week 16
3
Q
when does blood pressure drop in pregnancy?
A
blood pressure drops in second trimester and then returns to normal in the third trimester
4
Q
why is GI motility reduced in pregnancy?
A
increased progesterone and decreased motilin
5
Q
how much folic acid in pre-pregnancy counselling?
A
400mcg
