C-Sec Flashcards
1
Q
What are 4 indications for a C-sec
A
Breech delivery
Placenta praevia / abruption
MAternal HIV
Previous C-Sec
2
Q
Pre Op to a C-sec, what are we giving them (5)
A
PPI
Abx
LMWH
Metoclorpramide
Epidural
3
Q
What type of incision is made in a C-sec
How big is it
A
Pfannenstiel incision 10-15cm
4
Q
Post operation, what do we do for C-sec
A
Keep them in for a few days and monitor your wounds and look for signs of infection
5
Q
RIsks of C-sec (3)
A
Abdominal pain
VTE
Risk of future pregnancies (placenta problems + still birth rates)
6
Q
Can a c-sec lady have a vaginal birth after a c-sec
What are they at risk of/
A
75% success rate of a VBAC
Risk of uterine scar rupture
