Post partum Flashcards
A women is diagnosed with fetal demise - labs show low fibrinogen and platelets in the low range. Next step?
induction of labor to prevent DIC
How is lactation suppressed?
ice packs and tight bra
What is the mechanism of ovulation suppression in lactating women?
inhibitory effect on GnRH by prolactin
A patient presents with difficulty with the cold, loss of hair and no milk letdown following pregnancy and a loss of blood. This is..
sheehan’s syndrome
A patient presents with foul smelling lochia and a fever after delivery. This is..
endometritis
Factors that increase the risk of endometritis include..
c section, internal fetal monitoring
Post partum depression is defined as …
symptoms lasting longer than 2 weeks occuring within 6 months of delivery
Breastfeeding decreases the risk of…
ovarian cancer
A cause of fevers in the absence of
Other symptoms that must be considered
Septic pelvic thrombophlebitis
