Caring for preggo pt Flashcards
How is the maternal blood volume changed during pregnancy?
30% increase
Fertilization and implantation of the fetus in a fallopian tube resulting in ab pain and heavy bleeding
Ectopic preganacy
A condition in which high blood pressure and proteinuria lead to encephalopathy, coma, miscarriage, and death
Eclampsia
What blood vessel is compressed by fetus that can result in HTN or syncope?
INferior vena cava
_____ and _______ Exacerbated by:
- Lack of attention to Oral Hygiene
- Increased systemic fluid levels & capillary fragility from increased progesterone
and estrogen
- Increased anaerobic bacterial plaque counts
Pregnancy Gingivitis and Exacerbated Periodontitis
- not an actual granuloma as there is proliferation of vascular tissues as well proliferation
of fibrous tissue - forms submucosally and takes the shape a nodular growth
- in pregnancy, it is an exacerbated response to plaque and bacteria precipitated by the
changes in hormonal levels –
Pyogenic granuloma
Epulis gravidarum
Pregnancy Tumor
What is the optimal trimester for dental care?
2nd trimester
HOw is max permissible dose for radiation adjusted for dental workers who are preggo?
Drops to level of non-dental worker
Radiographs are _____ in all but emergency situations. When taken, lead shielding is mandatory
Contraindications
What is the recommended analgesic for preggo pts?
Tylenol
Is aspirin ok to take during pregnancy?
Baby aspirin in low doses only
What abx should never be used during pregnancy?
Tetracycline
Is nitrous oxide ok for dental tx?
Yes in low dose
*high blood sugar affecting pregnant women who
have insufficient insulin production relative to
metabolic needs
*In some instances, it may also be insulin
resistance
*gestational diabetics are at higher risk of
developing type 2 diabetes later in life
*Generally asymptomatic
Gestational diabetes
What type of diabetes are preggo pt more at risk to get if they have Gestational diabetes
Type 2 DM
