Anaemia in Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
anaemia in pregnancy
A
being pregnant can increase risk of getting anaemia
2
Q
when is anaemia screened for
A
booking
28 weeks
3
Q
what are the common types of anaemia in pregnancy
A
iron deficiency
folate deficiency
4
Q
what are the potential complications if anaemia is left untreated
A
low birth weight
premature birth
maternal mortality
5
Q
management
A
oral ferrous sulphate, give 3 weeks after levels have been corrected
6
Q
what are the cut off levels
A
first trimester - 110
second/third trimester - 105
post partum - 100
