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1
Q

What simple analgesia can be used?

A

Paracetamol

Codeine

2
Q

What is gas and air also known as?

A

Entonox

3
Q

What is gas and air?

A

50% nitric oxide + 50% oxygen

4
Q

When is gas and air used?

A

Short term during contractions

5
Q

How are pethidine/diamorphine given in labour?

A

IM

6
Q

What side effects can pethidine/diamorphine have?

A

Maternal - drowsiness

Fetal - resp depression

7
Q

What is an epidural?

A

Needle inserted into epidural space (between 2 layers of dura)

Local anaesthetic + fentanyl injected into space

8
Q

What are the risks of an epidural?

A
Headache
Hypotension
Motor weakness
Prolonged 2nd stage
Instrumental delivery