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L&D III Flashcards

Exam 2

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What is the indication for external cephalic version?

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Breech, shoulder, or oblique presentation

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What is the indication for internal version?

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Position of second twin in a vaginal birth

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What are the contraindications for vaginal birth?

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Uterine malformations, Previous cesarean birth, Placenta abnormalities, Third trimester bleeding, Cephalopelvic disproportion, Multifetal gestation, Oligohydramnios, Intrauterine growth restriction, Uteroplacental insufficiency, Engagement of fetal head into the pelvis

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Are changes to fetal heart rate common during versions?

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Yes

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What are some serious risks to the fetus during versions?

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Umbilical cord entanglement, fetal hypoxia, abruptio placentae

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Can maternal sensitization to fetal blood type occur during versions?

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Yes

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What is external cephalic version?

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Turning the baby from a breech position to a head-down position
Need to check:
Nonstress test (NST) to
bpp –
Determine gestational age beyond 37 weeks
Administer tocolytic drugs
Use ultrasound to guide manipulations Rho(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) given

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What is a nonstress test (NST) used for?

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Evaluate fetal well-being

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What is a bpp used for?

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Determine if the baby is able to do the turn

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Why is gestational age beyond 37 weeks important?

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Determining if it is safe to perform external cephalic version

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What is a tocolytic drug used for?

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Relax the uterus

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What is the role of ultrasound in external cephalic version?

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Guide manipulations

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What are some maternal indications for operative vaginal birth?

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Exhaustion, inability to push effectively, infection, cardiac or pulmonary disease

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What are some fetal indications for operative vaginal birth?

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Failure of presenting part to descend in the pelvis, partial separation of the placenta, non-reassuring FHR patterns

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What is the desired station for the baby for operative vaginal births?

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Zero station

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What is an operative vaginal birth?

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Assisted delivery using instruments

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What are the instruments used in operative vaginal birth?

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Forceps and vacuum extractor

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What are the contraindications for forceps or vacuum extraction?

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Severe fetal compromise, acute maternal conditions, high fetal station, cephalopelvic disproportion

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What are the risks of forceps and vacuum extraction?

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Trauma to maternal and fetal tissues

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What are the potential maternal complications of forceps and vacuum extraction?

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Laceration and hematoma of the vagina, pelvic floor disorders, anal sphincter disruption, infection

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What are the potential infant complications of forceps and vacuum extraction?

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Ecchymoses, facial and scalp lacerations and abrasions, facial nerve surgery, cephalohematoma, subgaleal hemorrhage, intracranial hemorrhage, scalp edema

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What is the technique used in forceps delivery?

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Locking blades applied to fetal head

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What is the technique used in vacuum extraction?

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Cup attached to fetal head and traction applied

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What nursing consideration should be observed for the mother after an operative vaginal birth?

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Observe mother for trauma after birth

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What is a sign of potential complications in the mother after an operative vaginal birth?

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Bright red bleeding with firm fundus

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What nursing consideration should be observed for the neonate after an operative vaginal birth?

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Observe neonate for trauma after birth

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What is a potential sign of trauma in the neonate after an operative vaginal birth?

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Facial asymmetry

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What are two different ways a tear can occur during childbirth?

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Slanted or cut down

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29
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What are the indications for episiotomy during childbirth?

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Shoulder dystocia, Vacuum or forceps-assisted births, Face presentation, Breech delivery, Macrosomic fetus

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What are the risks associated with tears during childbirth?

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Infection, Perineal pain, Extensive tearing (3rd or 4th degree)

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31
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What methods to promote gradual stretching of the perineum during the second stage of labor?

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Perineal massage and ice packs

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32
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When should pushing during the second stage of labor be delayed until?

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Until the urge is felt

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33
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What should be done during pushing during the second stage of labor?

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Push with an open glottis

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What complications should be observed for after childbirth?

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Hematoma and edema

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When is a cesarean birth necessary?

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When complications make vaginal delivery unsafe or not possible.

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36
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What are some common reasons for a cesarean birth?

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Dystocia
Cephalopelvic disproportion
Hypertension
Maternal diseases
Active genital herpes
Previous uterine surgical procedures
Persistent indeterminate or abnormal FHR patterns
Prolapsed umbilical cord
Fetal malpresentations
Hemorrhagic conditions

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What is the purpose of preparation for a Cesarean birth?

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Laboratory studies
Anesthesia
Time-out
Fetal surveillance
Prophylactic antibiotics
Skin prep
Foley catheter

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What are the types of incisions used in Cesarean birth?

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Low transverse, low vertical, classical

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Which type of incision is associated with a better outcome for TOLAC?

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Low transverse

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40
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Does the risk of Cesarean birth increase with the number of previous c-sections?

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Yes

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41
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What is the recommended practice for internal incision during a cesarean section?

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Low transverse

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42
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Would a low lying placenta previa be a reason to opt for a classical incision?

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yes

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43
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If a woman has previously had a cesarean section, what type of incision is most likely to be repeated?

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The same cut

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44
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What are some nursing considerations for Cesarean birth?

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Emotional support, teaching, postoperative care

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45
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What is labor dystocia?

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Failure to progress

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What is tachysystole?

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More than 5 contractions in ten minutes

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47
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What are abnormal presentations or positions?

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OP (baby looking up) or OT (baby transverse)

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What is CPD?

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when a baby’s head is too large to fit through the mother’s pelvis

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What are the problems with the passenger?

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Multi-fetal pregnancy or fetal anomalies

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50
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What soft tissue and skeleton obstruction can contribute to dysfunctional labor?

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Bladder and pelvis shape

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What are some psychological problems that can occur in dysfunctional labor?

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Pain, fear, lack of privacy, anxiety, etc.

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How is abnormal labor duration defined?

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Prolonged - longer than 1.2-1.5 cm/hr of cervical dilation in active phase and/or 1-2 cm descent into cervix/vaginal canal

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What is the higher risk associated with prolonged labor?

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Infection

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54
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What is precipitatous labor?

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Occurs within 3 hrs of onset with or without a provider

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What is precipatous birth?

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No provider present

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56
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What is considered prolonged pregnancy?

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Longer than 42 weeks

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What are the complications associated with prolonged pregnancy?

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Insufficient placental exchange, Oligohydramnios, Cord and oxygen problems, Meconium aspiration, Large baby, Increased risk of CPD

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What is the therapeutic management for prolonged pregnancy?

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Determine gestational age, Determine fetal status, Induce

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What are the concerns for a mom who comes in without prenatal care?

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Increased risk for complications

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What are intrapartum emergencies?

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Emergencies that occur during labor and delivery

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What is umbilical cord prolapse?

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When the umbilical cord slips through the cervix ahead of the baby

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What is placental abruption?

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Premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall

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What is placenta accreta?

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Implanted into the uterine wall or too deep in wall

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What is placenta increta?

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Chorionic villi invade the myometrium

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What is placenta percreta?

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Perforation through uterine musculature and onto organs

66
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How much blood loss would be considered abnormal for the mother?

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5 L
Replace blood and do a type and screen. Blood products for replacement should be available, and two large-bore IV lines should be started for replacement of fluid if indicated.

67
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What is uterine inversion?

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Uterus turning inside out

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What causes uterine inversion?

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Delivery of the placenta

69
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How is uterine inversion managed?

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Manual replacement, surgical intervention

70
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What is a risk factor for fundal inversion?

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Pulling too hard or anything in abdomen that has extra pressure or pushing on the fundus

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What are some causes of fundal inversion?

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Excessive traction on cord, fundal pressure during birth, fundal pressure on incompletely contracted uterus after birth, increased intraabdominal pressure, abnormal adherent placenta, congenital weakness of uterine wall, fundal placenta implantation

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What are some signs and symptoms of fundal inversion?

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Absent or depressed fundal area, interior uterus seen through cervix or protruding in vagina, massive hemorrhage, shock, severe pain

73
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What is the therapeutic management for uterine inversion?

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Quick identification, provider replacement of uterus through the vagina or surgical replacement

74
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What are the nursing considerations for uterine inversion?

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Maintain blood volume, Frequent fundal assessments, Observe vital signs and oxygen saturation, Monitor for shock/cardiac dysrhythmias, Foley catheter, intake and output, NPO until stable

75
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What is uterine rupture?

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Separation through the thickness of the uterine wall

76
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When can uterine rupture occur?

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Prepartum, intrapartum, or postpartum

77
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What are some causes of uterine rupture?

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Prior cesarean section, especially with a classic incision or abdominal surgery; thin uterine wall

78
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What are the common effects of uterine rupture?

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Bleeding in mom, lack of oxygen to baby

79
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When is uterine rupture most likely to happen?

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During labor but can occur antepartum and postpartum

80
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What are the signs and symptoms of uterine rupture?

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Chest and shoulder pain, tender abdomen, low fetal heart rate

81
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What is the management for uterine rupture?

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Stabilize for cesarean, possible hysterectomy, blood and blood products

82
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What are the signs and symptoms presented during uterine rupture?

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Abdominal pain and tenderness
Chest/shoulder pain
Hypovolemic shock
Impaired fetal oxygenation
Absent FHR
Cessation of contractions
Palpation of fetus outside of uterus
Loss of station

83
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What are some reasons for an emergency C-section?

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Placental abruption, umbilical cord prolapse, fetal distress, etc.

84
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What are the signs of a prolapsed cord?

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Complete with visible cord or occult (cord slips alongside fetal head or shoulders)
Changes in FHR (bradycardia, variable decelerations, prolonged decelerations)

85
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What are the management techniques for a prolapsed cord?

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Position hips higher than head, maintain vaginal elevation, avoid manual palpation, Ultrasound or doppler, Cesarean Section

86
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Why should you avoid touching or moving the prolapsed cord?

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Can cause a vagal response

87
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What is the increased risk for prolapsed cord?

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Increase inductions

88
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What is the recommended intervention for a prolapsed cord?

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Don’t touch cord – push baby off the cord – Trendelenburg the bed – call for help need to do a c section

89
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What is the pathophysiology of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)?

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Amniotic fluid enters maternal circulation triggering immune maternal reaction

90
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What are the diagnostic criteria for Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)?

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Sudden onset of cardiopulmonary arrest, hypotension and respiratory compromise
- DIC
- Onset of labor or within 30 mins of placental delivery
- afebrile during labor

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What is the morbidity and mortality rate of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)?

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High morbidity and mortaltiy for client and fetus/newborn

92
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When does Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE) typically occur?

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Occurs at or close to the time of birth

93
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What is the connection between Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE) and DIC?

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Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE) can lead to Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)

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Is fever a symptom of AFE?

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No, Afebrile during labor

95
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What is the clinical management for Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Rapid, coordinated emergent care

96
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What position should the patient be placed in during the management of AFE?

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Left lateral position

97
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What intervention may be considered in AFE to potentially save the life of the mother?

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Perimortem cesarean section

98
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What additional medical team should be involved in the management of AFE?

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Neonatal team and neonatal resuscitation

99
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What kind of IV access is preferred during the management of AFE?

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Large-bore IV access

100
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What protocol may be required for the administration of blood products in AFE?

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Blood transfusion protocol

101
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What are the symptoms and treatment for DIC?

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Hemorrhage and bleeding out; transfuse blood products

102
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Phase 3 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy and progression to DIC…

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DIC – problems with clotting – hemorrhage and bleeding out in all different places and this is the third phase want to be prepared to for transfusing blood products

103
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What happens in Phase 1 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Amniotic fluid enters circulation, right-sided ventricular failure

104
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How do you manage Phase 1 of DIC?

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Immediate CPR, consider immediate delivery, avoid excessive fluid resuscitation

105
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What happens in Phase 2 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Release of inflammatory mediators, pulmonary edema, left ventricular failure

106
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What are the symptoms of Phase 2 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Hypotension, acute renal failure, cardiac failure, shock, lung injury, neurologic changes

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How do you manage Phase 2 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Use inotropes (dobutamine or norepinephrine), avoid excessive fluid administration

108
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What happens in Phase 3 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Overwhelming coagulopathy; profound bleeding, disseminated intravascular coagulation

109
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How do you manage Phase 3 of Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE)/ Anaphylactoid Syndrome of Pregnancy?

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Activate massive blood transfusion protocol, treat uterine atony

110
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What are the causes of indeterminate FHR?

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Umbilical cord prolapse, umbilical cord compression, uteroplacental insufficiency

111
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What is shoulder dystocia?

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Baby’s shoulder gets stuck during delivery

112
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What is the ‘Turtle Sign’?

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Baby’s head retracts back into the birth canal after delivery of the shoulders

113
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What can fetal hypoxia indicate?

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Lack of oxygen to the baby

114
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What are some interventions for shoulder dystocia?

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McRobert’s maneuver, suprapubic pressure, changing to supine position

115
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What is the importance of counting time between head and baby being delivered?

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Determining if there is a risk of fetal hypoxia

116
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What are some potential complications if a baby’s shoulder gets stuck on the pelvic bone during delivery?

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Cerebral palsy or developmental delays

117
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What is the purpose of the McRoberts maneuver?

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To move the knees back to the shoulders and encourage pushing the legs out in a supine position

118
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What is PROM?

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Rupture of amniotic sac before true labor

119
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What is pPROM?

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< 37 weeks premature rupture of the membranes

120
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What should be assessed for in PROM?

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Infection

121
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What should be tested in PROM?

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Fluid

122
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What should not be done if preterm and there are no contractions?

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SVE (Sterile Vaginal Examination)

123
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What is the time frame for induction in PROM?

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24-hour window

124
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What should be considered in preterm pregnancies for induction?

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Risk vs benefit

125
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What should be given in PROM?

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Antibiotics

126
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What assessments should be done in PROM?

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VS (Vital Signs) + FHR (Fetal Heart Rate) + CTX (Contractions)

127
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What tests should be done in PROM?

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NSTs (Non-Stress Tests), BPPs (Biophysical Profile)

128
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What should be avoided in PROM?

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Breast stimulation

129
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What other activity should be restricted in PROM?

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Activity restrictions

130
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What is the biggest concern in a sterile vag exam?

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Infection

131
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What are the symptoms of infection in a mom after a sterile vag exam?

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Fever, yellow foul smelling discharge

132
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What is considered preterm labor?

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Before the start of week 37

133
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What weeks are considered term?

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Weeks 37-41

134
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At what point is a pregnancy considered nonviable?

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Before 24 weeks

135
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What are some associated factors for preterm labor?

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Infections, GDM, smoking, drug abuse, no prenatal care, previous preterm birth, IVF

136
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What are some signs and symptoms of preterm labor?

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Constant low back pain, cramping, pelvic pressure

137
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What is the benefit of mom not having to dilate the entire way? preterm

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No need for a lengthy labor

138
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What are some risk factors for preterm labor?

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Smoking

139
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How can prenatal care help prevent preterm birth?

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Access to care
Identify risk factors
Adequate nutrition

140
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What can be done to predict preterm labor?

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Cervical length, fFN
lets them know they are going to go into labor in next two week and it is a protein detected in fetus – don’t want to do sve) infection

141
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How can preterm labor be identified?

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Frequent visits, ultrasound, screenings

142
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What are some methods to stop preterm labor?

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Stopping (before 3 cm) – easier when they are 3 cm to stop labor : based on cause
Treat infection, limit activity, hydrate, Tocolytics

143
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How can fetal lung maturity be accelerated in preterm labor cases?

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Corticosteroids

144
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What do oxytocic drugs do?

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Stimulate contractions

145
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What should you monitor for when using oxytocic drugs?

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Tachysystole

146
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What type of monitoring should be done when using oxytocic drugs?

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Continuous FHR monitoring

147
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What is another benefit of using oxytocic drugs?

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Prevent hemorrhage
Misoprostol (Cytotec)
Cervical ripening: 25mcg (1/4 tab), PO or intravaginal
Hemorrhage:1000 mcg, rectal

148
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What are oxytocic drugs?

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Drugs that stimulate contractions of the uterus
10-40 Units/L of D5LR
Start low and slow at 2 mU/min. No benefit after 40.

149
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What are tocolytics used for?

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Delaying labor

150
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At what gestational age are tocolytics most likely to be used?

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<34 weeks

151
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What is the most effective cervical dilation for tocolytics?

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<3cm

152
Q

Magnesium sulfate

A

Slows CTX, neuroprotector (prevents CP)
Loading dose followed by maintenance dose
Not for long term use (<72 hours)
Remember: calcium gluconate antidote

153
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What is the potential side effect of nifedipine (Procardia) [Calcium antagonists]?

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Flushing of face, headache, hypotension, temporary HR increase
may be taken throughout pregnancy

154
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What is the potential side effect of indomethacin (Indocin)?

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None major unless used >48-72 hours
reduces amniotic fluid

155
Q

What is the purpose of corticosteroids?

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Accelerate Fetal Lung Maturity

156
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When should corticosteroids be given?

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At least 24 hours before birth is best

157
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What are the recommended drugs for corticosteroid administration?

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Betamethasone (Celestone) and dexamethasone (Decadron)

158
Q

What is the dosage regimen for corticosteroids?

A

12mg IM x1, repeat in 24 hours

159
Q

What gestational age range is appropriate for corticosteroid administration?

A

24 - 34 weeks

160
Q

When is a single course of corticosteroids recommended?

A

34-37 weeks

161
Q

Does corticosteroid administration have any benefits if given less than 24 hours before birth?

A

<24 hours some benefits

Ngozi's Family Health (7 decks)

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