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S/Sx of Labor

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Lightening, braxton hicks, cervical changes, bloody show, ROM, “nesting.”

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Definitions: Lightening

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Fetus settles/drops into pelvis. Can happen a few weeks prior to labor or just before beginning of labor.

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Lightening: Effects on Body

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Easier breathing, increased urinary frequency, leg cramps, increased LE edema.

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Definitions: SROM

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Spontaneous Rupture of Membranes

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SROM: Nursing Considerations

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Increased risk of infection (ABX possible), optimal to deliver within 24 hr of rupture - can be induced with pitocin
C: color (clear or straw)
O: Odor (fleshy)
A: Amount (gush or trickle)
T: Time

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Definitions: Bloody Show

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Mucousy lining in cervix during labor is expelled.

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Cervical Changes During Labor

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Dilation (Door opening): 0-10 cm

Effacement (thinning/shortening): 0-100%

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Definitions: Braxton Hicks

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Backache and contractions of the uterus occur throughout pregnancy. They are intermittent and irregular. They do NOT cause cervical changes and can lead to women believing they are in labor.

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Nursing Education for Nesting

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Encourage women not to overdo it or become fatigue

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Definitions: Pre-term Birth

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Birth occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy (5-18% of births).

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Definitions: Pre-term Labor

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Cervical changes and uterine contractions that occur between 20-37 weeks.

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What is the Best Biochemical Marker for Preterm Birth?

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Salivary Estriol

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Definitions: PPROM

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Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes. Occurs in 25% of preterm cases, cause is unknown but is often preceded by infection (Chorioamnionitis).

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Definitions: Post Term Pregnancy

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Pregnancy extending beyond 42 weeks.

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Post Term Pregnancy: Maternal Risks

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Dysfunctional labor/birth canal trauma R/T large infant.

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Post Term Pregnancy: Fetal Risks

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Prolonged labor, shoulder dystocia, birth trauma, asphyxia R/T macrosomia, effects of “aging” placenta.

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Definitions: Version

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Turning of fetus from one presentation (position) to another.
Start IV before hand; wait until 37-39 weeks, start the cascade

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Definitions: Shoulder Dystocia

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Head of baby is “born,” but anterior shoulder cannot pass under the pubic arch.

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Shoulder Dystocia: Infant Risks

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Birth injury R/T asphyxia, brachial plexus damage, and fracture.

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Shoulder Dystocia: Maternal Risks

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Blood loss R/T uterine atony or rupture, lacerations, extension of episiotomy, or endometritis.

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Definitions: Prolapsed Umbilical Cord

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Cord lies below presenting portion of fetus.

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Prolapsed Umbilical Cord: Etiology

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Cord > 100 cm, breech position, transverse lying, unengaged presenting part.

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Uterine Rupture: Etiology

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Separation of scar from previous classic cesarean birth, uterine trauma (R/T accidents or surgery), congenital anomalies.

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Amniotic Fluid Embolism: Pathophysiology

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Amniotic fluid containing debris (e.g., hair, meconium) enters maternal circulation and obstructs pulmonary vessels resulting in respiratory distress and circulatory collapse.

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Definitions: Pelvic Dystocia
Contractures of pelvic diameter that reduce size of the pelvis.
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HELPERR Mnemonic
H - help (call for assistance) E - evaluate for episiotomy L - legs (McRoberts Maneuver) P - pressure (suprapubic) E - enter the vagina R - roll the patient to hands and knees R - remove the posterior arm
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Forceps Mnemonic
A - anesthesia B - bladder C - cervix D - determine position (think dystocia) E - equipment F - forceps G - gentle traction H - handle I - incision J - jaw
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Vacuum Mnemonic
A - anesthesia B - bladder C - cervix D - determine position (think dystocia) E - equipment and extractor F - fontanelle; cup positioned near G - gentle traction H - halt traction or procedure I - incision J - jaw
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Definitions: Decelerations
A decrease in fetal heart rate below the baseline rate. These can be early, variable, late - or a combination of more than one!
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Early Deceleration: Cause
Head compression. Usually seen during the later portion of active labor or with breech babies. Not expected in early labor.
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Late Decelerations: Cause
Uteroplacental insufficiency.
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Variable Decelerations: Cause
Umbilical cord compression.
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Definitions: Hypoxemia
Low levels of O2 in blood.
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Definitions: Hypoxia
Low levels of O2 available in tissue - cannot meet metabolic needs.
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Definitions: Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
Growth restriction below the 10th percentile in gestation.
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Compare/Contrast: Symmetric IUGR vs. Asymmetric IUGR
Symmetric: Results from perinatal infections (e.g., cytomegalovirus) and chromosomal abnormalities. Develops early in pregnancy. Less common than asymmetric. Poor prognosis. Asymmetric: Occurs later in pregnancy, more common than symmetrical. R/T uteroplacental insufficiency. Better prognosis.
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Definitions: Intermittent Decelerations
Decelerations that occur with < 50% of uterine contractions in any 20 minute window.
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Definitions: Prolonged Deceleration
Decrease in fetal heart rate from baseline by > 15 bpm, lasting longer than 2 minutes but less than 10 ( > 10 minutes = baseline change).
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Definitions: Recurrent Decelerations
Decelerations that occur with > 50% of uterine contractions in any 20 min window.
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Definitions: Episodic Changes
Accelerations/decelerations occurring without relationship to uterine contractions (e.g., fetal movement).
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Definition: Category I Fetal HR
Fetal HR tracings normal.
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Definitions: Category II Fetal HR
Fetal HR tracings are indeterminate. Essentially, not adequate evidence to classify as category I or category III
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Definitions: Category III Fetal HR
Fetal HR tracings are abnormal. Require prompt evaluation.
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Category III Fetal HR: Interventions
Dependent on clinical situation. Can include: provision of maternal O2, d/c labor stimulation, Tx maternal hypotension.
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When May Internal Fetal Monitoring Be Used?
When the external monitor is of questionable quality, maternal abdominal obesity, maternal movement impairing ability to externally monitor.
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Internal Fetal HR Monitoring: Benefits
Eliminates need to readjust monitor, eliminated possibility of tracing maternal HR.
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Internal Fetal HR Monitoring: Requirements
Membranes are required to be ruptured.
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Definitions: Precipitous Labor
Labor lasting less than 3 hours.
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Labor: Non-pharmacological Interventions
Massage, touch, heat, cold, focal point, distraction, effeurage, distraction, positioning, hydrotherapy, imagery, hypnosis.
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General Anesthesia: Maternal/Fetal Risks
Maternal aspiration of gastric contents, maternal respiratory depression, uterine relaxation, neonate respiratory depression
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Laboring Women With Hx Sexual Abuse: Nursing Considerations
Memories of abuse can be triggered by labor (e.g., exams, pain, loss of control, etc). Offer support, promote comfort, assess, and monitor.
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Left/Right Side Lying is Optimal for Baby
Left side lying.
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Nursing Interventions Throughout Labor (general)
Provide for maternal and infant safety, monitor maternal VS, monitor cervical dilation PRN, monitor fetal HR, monitor contractions, monitor labor progress, monitor coping, include coach.
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Nursing Interventions: Active Labor (Stage 1, Phase 2)
Keep hydrated, provide comfort measures, pharmacologic interventions, provide reassurance, support to laboring woman and coa ch.
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Stages of Labor: Stage 1
Dilation 0-10 cm Further divided into phases Latent Active Transition
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Stages of Labor: Stage 1 (Latent Phase)
0-3 cm dilated 0-30 % effaced Contractions short/far apart Monitor fetal HR for late decels
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Stages of Labor: Stage I (Active Phase)
4-7 cm dilated 100% effaced Breathing techniques and pain management Contractions stronger and longer
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Stages of Labor: Stage 1 (Transition Phase)
7-10 cm dilated 100% effaced Help mom focus and stay in control Contractions strongest and closest Anxiety/vomiting/BM DO NOT push until 10 cm dilated Bloody shown can be seen at this stage Assess color of amniotic fluid
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Stages of Labor: Stage 2
10 cm dilated - baby is TRANSITIONING out. Here we see significant increase in contractions, urge to push (Ferguson reflex), and urge to poop.
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Definitions: McRoberts Maneuver
Pressing the laboring woman's legs to her abdomen. Used with shoulder dystocia to create more room for baby.
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Stages of Labor: Stage 3
Baby to placenta is out
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Stages of Labor: Stage 4
Recovery
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Definitions: Station
Relationship of presenting part of fetus to ischial spines of pelvis (-4 to +4).
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Station of +4 Indicates...
Baby being born
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Station of -4 or Greater Indicates...
Fetus floating or unengaged
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Primary Powers Include...
Uterine contractions + Cervical Dilation (0-10 cm)
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Secondary Powers Include...
Pushing (10 cm - birth)
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Early Labor: Nursing Interventions
Early Labor = Early education and encouragement. Orient to unit/room, admission Hx and physical, build rapport, intake of birth plan, order labs, begin comfort techniques.
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How Can You Differentiate Between True and False Labor?
4 Signs of True Labor: Bloody show, SROM, true labor contractions (increasing in frequency, intensity, and duration. Not relieved with position/activity changes).
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How Can You Differentiate Between Real vs. Braxton Hicks Contractions?
Braxton Hicks contractions are relieved with walking/position changes and are not accompanied by any cervical changes.
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A Laboring Mom Should NOT Push Until They Are _____ cm Dilated
10 cm Risk for cervical swelling and lacerations if they begin pushing sooner.

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