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Obstetrics Flashcards

(18 cards)

1
Q

how much does the HR increase during pregnancy?

A

15 - 20 BPM

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2
Q

pregnancy can cause arrhythmias due to increased CO and HR. what are the arrhythmias?

A

ectopic beats or SVT

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3
Q

what does the hormone relaxin do?

A

it leads to the relaxation of ligaments usually around the pelvic area to facilitate child birth

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4
Q

describe the first stage of labour?

A
  • onset of contractions begin and there is an increase in frequency, strength of contraction, and duration
  • amniotic sac ruptures ie. water breaks
  • effacement of the cervix
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5
Q

what are the intervals of contraction in the first stage of labour?

A

5 - 15 mins apart

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6
Q

when does the first stage of labour end?

A

when the cervix is fully dialated

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7
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primip vs multip labour length

A

18 and 12 hours respectivly

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8
Q

what marks the end of second stage labour?

A

the baby is fully delivered

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9
Q

what is normal blood loss in the delivery of the placenta

A

<500ccs

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10
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what is term gestation

A

> 37 weeks

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11
Q

what are the benefits of delayed cord clamping?

A
  • reduces the risk of iron deficiency and anemia
  • improves Neuro developmental outcomes
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12
Q

how long after postpartum can pre-eclampsia occur?

A

6 weeks after

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13
Q

what is the BP for a preeclamptic patient?

A

140/90

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14
Q

what gestation age should the neonate be placed in a plastic bag?

A

neonates <32 weeks gestation

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15
Q

why is room air ppv used initially during NERP

A

to avoid oxygen toxicity and retinopathy

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16
Q

when would you assign CTAS 1 for an obstetric pt?

A

pregnancy >= 20 weeks w/ presenting fetal parts, prolapsed cord, and vaginal bleeding

17
Q

when would you assign CTAS 2 for an obstetric pt?

A

pregnancy >=20 weeks in active labour <2 mins apart, Abdo pain, Preeclampsia symptoms
or
heavy vaginal bleeding +/- pregnancy

18
Q

when would you assign CTAS 3 to a pregnant pt?

A

> = 20 weeks ; active labour >2 mins apart and leaking amniotic fluid