Pregnancy complications Flashcards

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What is an ectopic pregnancy

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fertilized egg implants outside of the uterine cavity - usually fallopian tube

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what are some of the treatments for ectopic pregnancy

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laproscopy, salpingostomy (removal of fallopian tube), partial salpingostomy, or methotrexate

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what does methotrexate do

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stops fetal growth

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4
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what is another name for gestational trophoblastic disease

A

molar disease

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5
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what is molar disease

A

fluid filled grape like clusters rather then fetus

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who is a risk for having a molar pregnancy

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high maternal age, previous molar pregnancy

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what are the ss of a molar pregnancy

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absence of FHR, high hcg, low maternal alpha- fetoprotein, looking further along, higher BP before 24 weeks

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8
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what is an inevitable SAB

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no expulsion of contents but bleeding and dialation of cervix cants stop it

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what is the treatment for SAB if they dont pass it on their own

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DNC (dilation and curettage - scraping contents out), DNE (dilation an evaluation - sucks it out)

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10
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what is a missed SAB

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death of fetus but contents retained

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what is cervical insufficiency

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structural inability of cervix to remain closed in absence of preterm labor

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who is at risk for cervical insufficiency

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cervical trauma, hx of LEEP, family hx DES

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what is a recurrent SAB

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3 or more SAB could be because of genetics, anatomical, chromosomal

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14
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who is at risk for a ectopic pregnancy

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hx of STI, past ectopic pregnancy, use of IUD, endometriosis, assisted reproduction

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what are the ss of a ectopic pregnancy

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Unilateral stabbing abdominal pain, lower quadrant pain, vaginal bleeding, could have shoulder pain from referred bleeding

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what is a complete SAB

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complete expulsion of contents

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what is an incomplete SAB

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partial expulsion of contents

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18
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what is the treatment for a molar pregnancy

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removal of uterine contents

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19
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why is there lots of follow up for a molar pregnancy

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because of the high hcg levels if they dont go down they may need chemo - bc of that dont get pregnant again for a year

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what is a SAB

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Miscarriage less then 20 weeks

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what is a potential cause for 1st trimester SAB

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chromosomal abnormalities, infection, maternal anatomical defects, immunological, endocrine factors

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what is a threatening SAB

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signs of SAB without dilation- fetus is still alive and attached

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what are the ss of SAB

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vaginal bleeding, cramping, decrease ss of pregnancy

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what is a potential cause for 2nd trimester SAB

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chronic infection, maternal uterine/cervical defects, exposure to fetotoxic substance, drug use, trauma/shock

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what is a septic SAB

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Content and/or uterus becomes infected during abortion process

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26
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what can be done for cervical insufficiency

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placement of clerclage at cervical/vaginal opening

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27
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when would a clerclage be removed

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at 37 weeks to give birth

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28
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what could be some adverse effects for hyperemesis

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alkalosis, ketouria, decreased weight, potential fetal growth restrictions, dehydration

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who is at risk for hyperemesis

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increase placental mass, molar pregnancies, thimaine and vitamin D deficiency, increase hormones

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30
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what is placental previa

A

implantation of placenta in lower uterine segment

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31
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what is a complete placenta previa

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covers entire opening of cervix

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32
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what is a partial placenta previa

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covers part of cervix opening

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33
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what is a marginal placenta previa

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placenta is approaching cervical opening but not covering it

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34
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what is a low lying placenta previa

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in between normal level and marginal level (aka not covering but not where its suppose to be)

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what are the ss of placenta previa

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painless, can have bright red bleeding

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what is a placental abruption

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premature seperation of placenta from uterine lining

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what are the ss of placental abruption

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3rd trimester bleeding with sudden severe abdomen pain, uterine tenderness, may or may not have bleeding (concealed or revealed)

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what is the treatment for placental abruption

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depends on degree, hospitalization, continuous monitoring, if severe may need immediate c -section

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39
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what are some ss of DIC

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bleeding from gums, mouthm nose, decrease platelets, decrease fibrogen

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40
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who is a risk for placental previa

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multiple pregnancies, previous scaring of uterus, smoking, drug use, hx of SAB, maternal age

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41
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why could complete/partial not be vaginally birthed

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because the placenta would come out first and cut off o2 supply to the baby

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what are the interventions for placenta previa

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VS Q 15min, iV fluids, 02 given, no vaginal exams because it could irritate it more and cause more bleeding

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43
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who is at risk for placental abruption

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maternal hypertension, smoking, SAB, short umbilical cord, domestic violence

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what is disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (DIC)

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bleeding disorder (caused by something else) but all the clotting factors go to placenta leaving rest of mom defenseless

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45
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what are some interventions for DIC

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strict I/O, side laying to increase blood flow to baby,

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46
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when does preterm labor happen

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between 20-37 weeks

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47
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what are some ss of preterm labor

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can be painful/painless contractions, pelvic pressure, vaginal discharge (could have blood), water may break, “i just dont feel right”

48
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what are some late term complications of preterm labor

A

cerebral palsy, intellectual & developmental issues, retinopathy

49
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what is the goal of preterm labor

A

inhibit/reduce contractions, stop dilation, optimize fetal status

50
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what does the tocolytic: BIfedipine/procardia do

A

calcium channel blocker, watch for decrease BP from vasodialation

51
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what does Bethamethasone do

A

IM if fetus is 24-34 weeks, it increases fetal lung maturity series of 2 shots 24 hours apart it works for 48hrs -7 days after 7 days if another preterm labor risk you can give the shots again

52
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what are some causes for PROM

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infection in genital tract, smoking, multibaby

53
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what increases risk for preterm labor

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could be unknown, abruption, uterine over distension, hormonal changes, , bacterial infection

54
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what are some short term complications of preterm labor

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respiratory distress, intraventricular hemorrhage, necrotizing enterocolitis, patent ductus arterioles

55
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what does tocolytic: magnesium sulfate do

A

decreases BP and seizures in pre eclampsia

56
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what do you need to monitor for magnesium sulfate

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urine output, BP, deep tendon reflexes, magnesium levels

57
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what do you need to keep on you when your patient is taking magnesium sulfate

A

calcium gluconate to reverse adverse effects

58
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what is PROM

A

premature rupture of membrane before labor

59
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what are the ss of PROM

A

vaginal leaking of fluid

60
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how do you confirm PROM

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ferning (microcope looking at fluid), Nirogene (cotton color changing thing), aminosure kit

61
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what teaching is involved for PROM

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no baths, no sex, nothing in the vagina

62
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what does SPASM stand for (pre eclampsia)

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significant Bp changes, protienuria, arterioles, significant lab changes, multi organ systems, before 24 weeks

63
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what is eclampsia

A

progression from pre-elcampsia involves CNS aka seizures

64
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what increases the risk for hypertensive disorders

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smoking, obesity, diabetes, family hx,

65
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what are the ss of severe hypertensive disorders

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HELLP (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelet count)

66
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when does postpartum pre eclampsia

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usually develops 48hrs to 6 weeks after delivery

67
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how much proteinuria needs to exist to fall into hypertensive disorders

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excretion of 300mg ever 24 hours, or 1+ in 2 random urine samples 4-6 hours apart

68
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what can hypertensive disorders cause

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abruption, preterm labor, low birth weight, poor fetal growth, hepatic failure

69
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what is chronic hypertension and when does it show up

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before pregnancy or before 20 weeks - over 140/over 90

70
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what is gestational hypertension

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new onset hypertension after 20 weeks without proteinuria

71
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what is gestaional pre - elampsia

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> 140/>90 x2 4 hours apart, with proteinuria

72
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what position can help gestational hypertension

A

left side laying

73
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what is the only cure for pre-elcampsia/ eclamspia

A

delivery

74
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what are the ss of HELLP syndrome

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pre- eclampsia, n/v, hepatic dysfunction, acute renal failure

75
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how many calories do you need to increase for 2 babies

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600-900cal/day

76
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what does TORCH stand for

A

toxoplasmosis, other, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex virus

77
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what does toxoplasmosis do to a developing fetus

A

ventricularomegaly, intracranial calcifications, IUGR, hepatosplenomegaly

78
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what does cytomegalovirus do to a developing fetus

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deafness, blindness, intellectual/ developmental disabilities, jaundice

79
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what does cytomegalovirus do to a mom (ss)

A

asymptomatic

80
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what is antepartal HIV vertical transmission

A

virus crosses placenta

81
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what is intrpartal HIV vertical transmission

A

travels from vagina up into uterus during labor or after rupture of membrane

82
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what are some potential complications of multibaby

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preterm labor, diabetes, increase risk for UTI, umbilical prolapse

83
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what group beta strept (GBS)

A

normal flora for many women

84
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what do you treat group beta strept (GBS) with

A

penicillin antibiotics

85
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what can group beta strept (GBS) affect

A

labor/ birth

86
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when is screening done for group beta strept (GBS)

A

36-37 weeks

87
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what is toxoplasmosis

A

spread via cat feces or undercooked meats

88
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what are some maternal ss for toxoplasmosis

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fatigue, muscle pains, myocarditis, lymphadenopathy

89
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what does rubella do to a developing fetus

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deafness, eye defects, CNS abnormalities, cardiac malfunction

90
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what are some maternal ss of rubella

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rash on face/neck/arms/legs lasting 3 days

91
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what is isoimmunization

A

development of maternal antibodies destorying fetal RH+ blood

92
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what 3 things need to happen for isoimmunization

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fetus must have RH+ and mom Rh-, significant amount of fetal blood entering maternal blood (0.1), mom has capacity to produce antibodies

93
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when do you give Rhogam

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RH - mom at 28 weeks and within 72 hours after delivery to RH+ baby

94
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what is pregestational diabetes

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hyperglycemia resulting from limited or absent insulin production, deficent insulin or combo of both

95
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what are the risks for getting gestational diabetes

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ovre 25 years old, obesity, insulin resistance,

96
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if a women has gestational diabetes what are the more likely to get as awell

A

pre eclampsia/ eclampsia

97
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what kind of diet should someone with gestational diabetes be on

A

low carb diet

98
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what kind of diagnostic procedures can confirm embolism

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doppler US, MRI, CT

99
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is the 1st RH+ baby affected

A

rarely affected

100
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is RH+ dominant or recessive

A

dominant

101
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who doesnt need RHogam

A

mom with RH+ blood, Mom with RH- and baby with Rh-

102
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what is gestational diabetes

A

Impairment in carbohydrate metabolism

103
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how does glucose work during preganancy

A

glucose levels decrease in mom during 1st trimester, during 2nd and 3rd trimester insulin requirements slowly increase

104
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what is the 1st half of pregnancy for gestational diabetes called

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anabolic phase= maternal hyperinulinemia

105
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what is the 2nd half of pregnancy for gestational diabetes called

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catabolic phase= fetal hyperinsulinemia

106
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does glucose and insulin cross the placenta

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insulin doesnt glucose does

107
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what are the fetal effects of gestational diabetes

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5x more likely of perinatal death, 2x more likely in congential malformations, sudden intrauterine death, respiratory distress

108
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what are some ss of thromboembolism

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pain, tenderness, warmth, swelling color change

109
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what are some ss of pulmonary embolism

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tachypnea, dyspnea, pleurtic chest pain, anxious

110
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what meds do you give someone with a emoblism

A

anticoagulant

111
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what is a doppler ultrasound blood flow studies

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study of blood vessels in umbilical vessels

112
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what is a contraction stress test

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evaluates FHR reasponse to uterine contractions

113
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what is a negative contraction stress test

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desired - no significant decels in FHR

114
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what is a positive contraction stress test

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late decels with 50% on contractions

115
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what is a reactive non stress test

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15x15 in 20 mins

116
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what is a non reactive non stress test

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absence of accels or less then 2 accels. in 20 minutes