Test #3 Flashcards
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What items do you need to know at an Intrapartum assessment?
Weight
Medical Hx
OB history
Allergies- Meds and Food
Date of last period (Due Date)
Blood Type
Substance Abuse - Smoking, Drinking also
LABS:
H&H, RH Factor, Rubella Status, GBS Status, Platelets

What do you need to assess for during an intrapartum assessment?
Vital Signs
All body systems
Fetal HR
Basic UA for ketones, protein and glucose
Psychological Assessment (Support, anxiety, knowledge)
What is Dilation?
The opening of the Cervix
0-10

What is effacement?
Thinning of the cervix
100%=Completely thinned

What is station?
Where the fetal head is in relation to the mothers ischial spine
What are the premonitory signs of labor?
LIghtening:
Fetus descends into pelvic inlet
Braxton Hicks:
Irregular, intermittent contractions that occur during pregnancy. Causes more discomfort closer to onset of labor
Cervical changes:
Cervix begins to soften and weaken (ripening)
Bloody Show:
Loss of cervical mucous plug, causes blood-tinge discharge
Rupture of membranes
Sudden burst of energy:
Known as nesting, usually occurs 24-48 hours before start of labor
Loss of 1-3 lbs
Diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomitting may occur prior to onset of labor
After your water breaks, how long do you have before you need to deliver the fetus?
24 hours
What do we do during a Domestic Abuse Assessment?
All women should be screened for domestic violence. This should be completed when the pt is alone.
Has anyone close to you ever threatened to harm you?
Have you ever been hit, kicked, slapped or chocked by someone close to you?
Has anyone including your partner ever forced you to have sex?
Are you afraid of your partner or anyone else?
*Can contact authorities in regards to BABY!
What is Asthma?
A chronic disorder characterized by:
Smooth muscle spasms
Bronchial edema
Tenacious Mucous
What are some contributing factors to asthma?
Genetics
Environmental (Extrinsic) factors
Intrinsic factors
What are some assessments for asthma?
Wheezing
Tachypnea
Retractions
Nasal Flaring
Paroxysmal, irritative and non-productive cough
Prolonged expiratory phase
What are some daily medications for Asthma?
Long Acting Beta 2 Agonists
Inhaled corticosteroids
Methylzanthines
Mast cell inhibitors
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
What are some quick release medications for Asthma?
Short acting beta 2 agonists
Corticosteroids
Anticholinergic
What do we know about immune systems in babies under 3 months old?
They have lower infection rate due to protection of maternal antibodies
What do we know about infections in 3-6 month babies?
Infection rates soar
What do we know about infection in toddler/preschool kids?
They have a high incidence of infection but they decrease steadily
By age 5 what happens when pertaining to infections?
Less frequent infection rate
Some mycoplasma pneumonias
Strep infections increase
Nursing care on admission focuses on providing orientation to the unit and obtaining overall physical assessments of mother and fetus… What all do you assess?
Maternal vital signs and FHR
Any recent symptoms
Perform vaginal exam to determine cervical dilation and state of membranes
Determine frequency and intensity of contractions
Review systems such as respiratory, cardiac and neurological
Assess woman’s understanding of labor process and identification of woman’s support system
What information do you need to get during admission to develop a clinical pathway for four stages of labor?
Prenatal information
Current assessments
Expected teachings
Nursing care expected for each stage
Expected activity level
Proposed comfort measures
Elimination and nutritional needs
Level of family involvement
What do you need to get for the initial Intrapartum assessment?
Current Meds/Herbals
FULL head to toe going through all body systems
Psychosocial and Knowledge assessment
Why do you want to know what the top of the skull looks like?
You will see the suture lines
MAIN THING: Pay attention to the anterior fontanele.
-That is going to tell you the position when checking mom
What is the first phase of Stage 1?
Latent BEST time to do education
What is the second phase of Stage 1?
Active Dilation between 4-6cm
Baby moves to the pelvis
Anxiety rises as contractions get stronger
Doing a lot of reassuring to the mom
Physiological changes: Inc BP, O2 demand Inc, Mild respiratory acidosis at time of birth, Edema may occur, keep bladder empty bc it can empede baby coming down, Gastric volume remain inc, WBC inc during labor
What is the third phase of stage 1?
Transition
Contractions worse
Dilated 7-10
Body tremors, inc feelings of anxiety, irritability, eager to complete birth process, need support at bedside





































