Common symptoms in pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Management of constipation in pregnancy (2)
A
Encourage fluids + fibre
If necessary, bulk-forming laxative
2
Q
Management of leg cramps?
A
Suggest elevating foot of bed by about 20cm
3
Q
Management of headache?
A
Check BP and urine to exclude pre-eclampsia
Simple analgesia
4
Q
When does nausea + vomiting usually resolve by?
A
14-16 weeks
5
Q
What should be excluded with severe nausea + vomiting? (3)
A
Multiple pregnancy
Trophoblastic disease
UTI
6
Q
Management of N+V? (3)
A
Simple lifestyle measures
Ginger, P6 acupressure
Anti-emetics if severe/disabling
7
Q
Darker pigmentation usually of the face, which often occurs in pregnancy?
A
Chloasma/malasma
8
Q
Management of symphysis pubis dysfunction?
A
Simple analgesia
Consider referral to physio for elbow crutches/pelvic support
