3.4.1 Systemic Disorders in Pregnancy Flashcards
What is vasa previa?
Fetal vessels of a velamentous cord insertion cover cervical os
Clinical presentation: painless vaginal bleeding, nonreassuring fetal heart rate tracing
What are some of the hypertensive syndromes in pregnancy?
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What lab findings support the diagnosis of preeclampsia?
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Who is at greater risk for preeclampsia?
People with chronic HTN -> leading to superimposed preeclampsia
How long does a standard pregnancy last?
40 wks
What are some of the possible complications of c section?
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What are some of the idications for C section?
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How often should visits be scheduled during pregnancy?
1st and 2nd trimester: every 4 wks
3rd trimester: every 2 wks
Last month: every wk
What are the risk factors for placenta previa?
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What are the steps in a cesarean delivery?
Horizontal incision in the abdomen
Incise the fascia
Separate the rectus off of the fascia
Open the peritoneum
Create a hysterotomy
Flex fetal head to delivery baby through the incision
Close hysterotomy
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What is placenta previa?
Occurs when placental tissue covers the cervical os
Name 4 risk factors for preeclampsia
Hx of preeclampsia
First pregnancy
Family Hx
Pre-existing medical conditons: pregestational diabetes, CHTN, antiphospholipid antibody syndrome, obesity, chronic kidney disease
What symptoms support the diagnosis of preeclampsia?
Persistent headache, pulmonary edema
How does one assess third trimester bleeding?
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What is a cesarean delivery?
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