Complications Of Preggers Flashcards
Qualitative vs Quantitative Test
Which are routine
Give examples
Qualitative: Routine
Hcg ( + or - ) Detected within 3 days of implantation
Quantitative: Non Routine
Numeric value
<5 Not preggers
>5 Preggers
Quantitative Hcg Test: Non Routine
Numeric value
<5 Not preggers
>5 Preggers
Give normal Values of Hcg value increase
And Peak….
Monitored with preggers complications…..
Doubles every 48 hrs
Peaks 75th day
Threatened abortion
Ectopic preggers
Molar Preggers
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Ectopic vs Molar Preggers
______ occurs outside the uterus, often in a fallopian tube, and can cause dangerous bleeding. A ________ happens within the uterus due to abnormal tissue growth, leading to high hCG levels and possible bleeding. Ectopic pregnancies may need surgery
ectopic pregnancy
Molar Preggers
High Hcg levels from having twins which symptom will get increasing worse with the rise of Hcg
Nausea
Hemorrhagic conditions
Bleeding / Spotting initial months
Name 3 conditions
Abortion
Ectopic
Gestational trophoblastic disease
(Aka Molar/ hydatiform mole)
Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
SAB
Induced
MIP, VIP,VTP
Abortion = loss of pregnancy Before Viability
Medical / State MI definition
Medical: <20 weeks or <500 g
State MI: <400 g
Abortion: Loss of pregnancy Before
Medical: <20 weeks or <500 g
State MI: <400 g
What is it called it baby dies after these guidelines
Interuterine demise
SAB (spontaneous abortion)
19 - 31% of all pregnancies
50- 70% happen in which trimester….
Most common causes…. (3)
Care Priorities (4)
Which age group is most likely….
50- 70% happen in which trimester
1st trimester
Most common causes
Chromosomal 50 - 60%
Congenital anomalies
Often incompatibility with life
Care Priorities:
Hemorrhage risk
Infection risk
Pain treatment
Psychological support
Which age group is most likely
> 45 yrs old - >50%
Vaginal bleeding, cramping, backache & pelvix pressure occurs in a Threatened Abortion
Is the fetus still viable…..
Interventions
Yes still viable
Interventions
Notify provider
Vag US
Serum beta-Hcg amd progesterone levels/ Normal for GA
Limit sex when bleeding
Monitor for SS of infection
Psychological support
Up to inevitable Abortion cannot be stopped (Membranes rupture, cervix dilates, contractions/bleeding)
Interventions (5)
IV acceds and T&S (hemorrhage risk)
Natural evacuation of POC
Vacuum Curettage: Clears out uterus with Vacuum (Early GA)
Dilation and Curettage (D & C) Scraping of uterine wall to rid POC <14 WEEKS
IOL: Oxytocin & prostaglandin administration >14 Weeks
POC ….
Products of conception
Baby, membranes, placenta
Incomplete abortion
Fetus delivers but some POC are left.
Bleeding/ cramping
Risks…..
Interventions (5)
Hemorrhage & infection
Interventions
T&S
IV & Fluids
D &C
IV oxytocin
Hemorrhage meds
Misoprostol: Stops hemorrhage
Methylergonovine (Methergine)
Prevent or control postpartum hemorrhage. Raises BP Contradicted in Preeclampsia/ HTN
Carboprost (Hemabate)
Prostaglandin analogue used to control severe postpartum bleeding when other treatments are ineffective.
It induces strong uterine contractions, helping to reduce hemorrhage by constricting blood vessels in the uterine lining.
Side effects like fever, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Contraindicated in patients with asthma due to the risk of bronchospasm.
Interventions for a Complete Abortion
All POC are expelled (4)
Verify all POC are expelled
No additional interventions needed unless Bleeding & Infection occur
Monitor for Bleeding, pain, fever
Psychological support
Missed abortion
Fetus is dead but retained during which part of preggers….
Uterus decrease in size (Amniotic fluid absorbed) urinary frequency stops, red/brown bleeding may occur, Maceration of fetus in uterus.
Interventions
1st half
Interventions
US to confirm lack of FHR
hCG test
Delivery options:
Watch & Wait: Body will naturally miscarry pregnancy.
RISK: Hemorrhage, infection, prolonged emotional pain
Intervene: Dilation & Evacuation, Dilation & Curettage or IOL depends on GA
Usually between 13-24 weeks of pregnancy.
Dilating the cervix to allow suction and specialized tools are used to evacuate the contents.
D&E is commonly used in cases of missed or incomplete miscarriage, second-trimester abortion, or when the pregnancy poses health risks to the mother.
Dilation & Evacuation
Recurrent Spontaneous abortion
2 or more SAB
Mostly happen from…
Other causes: Abnormalities of reproductive tract
Bicornuate uterus
Uterine septum
Adhesions
Incomplete cervix
Fibroids
Diseases….
Interventions….
Chromosomal abnormalities 60%
Bicornuate uterus: Heart shapped fetus
Uterine septum: Septum forms in uterus
Adhesions
Incomplete cervix
Fibroids
Diseases….
Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Diabetes
PCOS: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Lupus
Endocrine
STD
Interventions
Rho-gam
Examine reproductive system
Genetic screening
Managing disease process:
DM : Normal BS
Endocrine: Correct hormones
Incomplete cervix: Cerclage
Ectopic pregnancies
97% = fallopian tube
Risk factors;
S&S
Ruptured tube is this level of medical emergency
Risk
Previous Ectopic
Endometriosis
Pelvic infection
PID
Surgery
Failed tubal ligation: Procedure to permanently prevent pregnancy by blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes.
IUD
ART
Multiple VTP
S&S
Missed period
+hCG test
Unilateral ab pain
Vaginal spotting
Ruptured tube = Deadly
Give SS of a Ruptured Tube associated with Ectopic pregnancies
Deadly
Sudden/Severe pain in Ab, radiating scapula pain, hemorrhage & Hypovolemic shock
________ is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus, often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other pelvic organs.
This misplaced tissue responds to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, leading to inflammation, pain, and sometimes scar tissue or adhesions.
Symptoms can include severe menstrual cramps, pain during intercourse, heavy periods, and, in some cases, infertility.
The exact cause of endometriosis is not fully understood, but treatment options may include pain management, hormonal therapies, and, in some cases, surgery to remove the excess tissue.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where…..
Leading to inflammation, pain, and sometimes scar tissue or adhesions.
Symptoms can include…..
The exact cause of endometriosis is not fully understood, but treatment options may include pain management, hormonal therapies, and, in some cases, surgery to remove the excess tissue.
tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus, often on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other pelvic organs.
severe menstrual cramps, pain during intercourse, heavy periods, and, in some cases, infertility.
ART
Artificial reproductive technology
Ectopic pregnancies
Why the increased amount…
AMA
And already have endometriosis
How to diagnose a Ectopic pregnancy
Interventions….
Medication…
Transvaginal US & Low beta HCG
Methotrexate (Chemo drug that stops cell growth)
Linear salpingostomy
Salpingectomy
Rhogam
f/u hCG
Methotrexate does what during a salpingostomy…
Type of drug…
SE
Teaching:
Avoid….
Use these precautions as a nurse
Stops cell growth - during salpingostomy
Chemotherapy agnet/ Folic acid Antagonist
SE: N/V & pain r/t egg expulsión
Avoid: folic acid or alcohol Decreases effectiveness
Use chemo precautions for medication & urine handling
Gestational Trophoblastic disease
Aka…..
Describe…..
Big risk…
Hydatidform Mole or Molar Preggers
Trophoblasts from fertilized ovum proliferate abnormally creating Placental-like tissue that fill the uterus
Big risk: May become cancerous - metastize To lungs, vag, liver, brain
Molar Preggers aka Gestational Trophoblastic disease
Interventions
Terminate pregnancy
D & C
Risk factors for Hydatidiform Mole…
SS….
Dx….
Tx / Follow up….
Asian
Young / Old maternal age
Hx of Molar Preggers
SS: Elevated HCG, Large uterus for GA, Hyperemisis r/t increase hCG, & PIH
Dx: High hCG, US shows vesicles, absence of fetal sac & no FHR, Preggers Induced Hypertension / Hyperemisis
Tx: Vacuum extraction & Curettage
Follow up: Serial hCG 1 for 1 year
Chest X-ray, CT Scan, MRI to R/O metastatic disease
LATE HEMORRHAGIC CONDITIONS
(4)
Placenta previa
Abruptio Placentae
Accreta/ Increata/ Percreta
Vasa Previa
Placenta previa
Abruptio Placentae
Accreta/ Increata/ Percreta
Vasa Previa
Have in common
LATE HEMORRHAGIC CONDITIONS
When the placenta grows over cervix blocking new borns birth route.
Complete, partial, marginal (Which are always C sections)
Can placenta move / migrate during pregnancy
Placenta previa
Complete & partial are always C Sections
Yes they can move
Placenta previa during labor (Describe the blood)
Placenta abruption (Describe what it is and blood during labor)
Placenta previa (Placenta blocks cervix) during labor = Bright red blood Not painful
Placenta Abruption (Placenta separates from uterine lining) Painful, board like stomach, may or may not be blood (Dark blood)
The placenta should grow on the uterine wall with a easily separated plane between the placenta and uterine lining.
Describe condition where the placenta grows too deep.
Accreta Grows too deep into uterine wall
Increta: Grows even deeper into uterine wall
Percreta: Grows through uterine wall and into surrounding organs
Vasa previa is a rare complication in which….
fetal blood vessels run near or across the opening of the cervix, unsupported by the umbilical cord or placenta.
These exposed vessels are at risk of tearing if labor begins or the membranes rupture, which can lead to rapid and life-threatening blood loss for the baby.
Vasa previa is typically diagnosed through ultrasound during pregnancy.
C/S 34 -37 Weeks
Total, partial, marginal Placenta Previa
Placenta too close to or covers the cervical OS. Baby can’t exit uterus
Risk factors…
S&S…..
Risk factors: PREVIOUS C/S or other uterine surgery, pervious Placenta Previa, AMA, Multiparas
S&S; Sudden Painless uterine bleeding, Scant or Perfuse.
Bleeding may not occur until labor starts.
Bloody show
Blood-tinged mucus from the cervix, often signaling that labor may begin soon. This occurs when the cervix begins to dilate & efface and the mucus plug—a thick barrier at the cervix—to dislodge.
The mucus may appear pink, red, or brown.
bloody show is a common sign that labor could start within hours or days
Describe the difference in appearance with Bloody Show and blood from Placenta Previa….
Placenta previa is more watery and bright red & PAINLESS
With placenta previa the main diagnosis is from a SVE
T or F
F
No vag exams. May separate the placenta
Placenta previa
Repeat US often due to Placental migration
Which posistions could have a vag delivery route…
Low-lying
Total / Complete Always C/S
Placenta previa may monitor from home
What are things cant a woman with placenta previa do?
No strenuous activity/ No sex
Why would bleeding during placenta previa be a Urgent C/S
Bleeding = Lowered perfusion to baby
Increases risk for PPH: Higher risk of placenta accrete among placenta previa patients
T or F
T
Placenta accrete: Placenta grows too deep on uterus and may attach to other organs
Separation of Placenta before fetus is born….
Abruptio Placenta
Abruptio Placenta
Maternal risk:
Infant risk:
Risk factors:
Maternal risk: Hemorrhage, shock, DIC
Infant risk: Asphyxia & Premature
Risk factors: COCAINE & TRAUMA
cigs, HTN, PROM, Multigravida, short cord & Hx of abruption
Abruptio Placenta: Separation of Placenta before fetus is born
Tx
Marginal: Medications
Total Abruption
Marginal Spotting may resolve (Bedrest, tocolytics, EFM, Steroids, home monitoring when stabel)
Total abruption: Emergency STAT C/S (No Blood flow to baby) - Treat for hypovolemia & shock
Bleeding vaginal or concealed (trapped in hemotoma)
Uterine tenderness or Ab
HARD BOARD-LIKE ABDOMEN
From Abruptio Placenta
Describe
Fundal height
HR
Restlessness
BP
Urine output
FHR
Name serious fetal consequences…..
ABRUPTION PATTERN: DESCRIBE UTERINE ACTIVITY & TONE
Fundal height UP
HR UP
Restlessness UP
BP DOWN
Urine output DOWN
FHR DOWN
Name serious fetal consequences: Hypovolemic Shock, Fetal Distress, Fetal death
ABRUPTION PATTERN: DESCRIBE UTERINE ACTIVITY & TONE
BOTH INCREASE
Placenta Acreta/ Increta/ Percreta
Risk factors….
Dx….
Risks….
Tx….
Small accrete pieces sometimes remain causing these risks…
Risk factors; Previous C/S or uterine surgery, Placenta Previa, AMA, Multiparas
Dx: US sometimes only during hemorrhage evaluation
Risks: MASSIVE POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE. Injury to surrounding organs (percreta), infection, infertility - due to scar tissue, sterility due to hysterectomy
Tx: Scheduled C/S, Additional PPH resources, Blood products, hysterectomy,
Infection & Subinvolution
Why placental anomalies when previous C/S
Scar tissue
Placenta doesn’t like to grow on scar tissue
Placental Acreta usually ends up with a hysterectomy.
Why?
It’s very hard to remove all the attached pieces of the Placenta from the Uterus
Umbilical Cord implants in membranes & and I front of cervical OS
WHICH DISEASE
Vasa Previa
Vasa Previa
DX US
S&S Sudden painless bleeding
Risk….
Goal…
Tx….
Risk: SROM cause membranes to rip through the cord & massive Fetal Hemorrhage
Goal: Prevention SROM
Tx: Continuous hospitalization 30+ weeks, steroids, planned delivery at 35 weeks, immediate delivery with labor, tocolytics, bedrest and No Intercourse
Risk of FETAL HEMORRHAGE
Goal; PREVENT SROM
This condition
Vasa Previa
Cord implants in membranes & infront of the cervical OS
What is the treatment for Vasa Previa
Continous hospitalization 30+ weeks
Steroids, planned delivery 35 weeks, immediate delivery with labor, tocolytics, bedrest, No intercourse
Late Hemorrhage Risk. all
hemorrhages happen to the mothers blood supply expect…
Vasa Previa
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) aka Consumptive Coagulopathy
Life threatening Macrobleeding & Microclotting
OB risk factors
Missed abortion/ Retained dead fetus
Abruption
Severe PIH
HELLP
Anaphylactoid syndrome (Amniotic fluid embolism)
Sepsis
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) aka Consumptive Coagulopathy
Life threatening Macrobleeding & Microclotting
Lab changes:
Fibrigen
pT
PTT
Fibrin split product
Platelets
Lowered: Fibrogen & Platelets
Increased: PT & aPTT / Fibrin degraded products or Fibrin Split Products (FSP)
DIC
CONSUMPTION OF PLASMA FACTORS resulting in a deficit and therefore BLOOD IS UNABLE TO CLOT.
While anticoagulation is occurring, inappropriate coagulation occurs in tiny blood vessels blocking blood flow to the organs causing _____
Ischemia
DIC
S&S
Interventions
S&S: EXCESS BLEEDING (IV sites, incisions, gums, nose & placental attachment site)
Interventions
CORRECT THE UNDERLYING CAUSE
blood replacement, whole blood, Packed RBC. Cryoprecipitate
Monitor for bleeding/bruising
Epidural maybe Contradicted
Define Readings
Hypertension: Systolic / Diastolic
Severe Hypertension: Systolic/ Diastolic
Hypertensive Emergency: Systolic/ Diastolic
Hypertension:
Systolic: >140 OR
Diastolic: >90
Severe Hypertension:
Systolic: >160 OR
Diastolic: >110
Hypertensive Emergency:
(Persistent, severe Hypertension)
2 severe BP values (>160/110) taken
15 - 60 min apart
Severe values do not need to be consecutive
If severe BP elevations persist for 15 min or more, begin treatment STAT
Severe HTN First line meds….
Prevention of seizures in PreE….
IV labetalol
IV hydralazine
PO Nifedipine
Magnesium Sulfate (Prevents seizures in PreE)
PO Nifedipine works as quickly as IV Labetalol/ hydralazine
T or F
T
Antihypertensive/ beta blockers
Produces drop in BP without decreasing maternal HR or Cardiac output
Dosage initial 20 mg over 2 minutes. May increase IVP dosage to 80mg
200 mg PO labetalol Starting Dose
SE: Hypotension, dizziness, NV,Dysrhthmias
Nursing interventions……. (Assess How Often)
Labetalol
Intervention
After IVP Bolus, assess BP q5min for 30 min, then 30 min for 2 hrs, then hourly for 6
Which do you give first in a HTN crisis
Labetalol or hydralazine
Labetalol
_______
Antihypertensive, Vasodilator
Relaxes arterial smooth muscle
Doseage: IVP ……..
MAX Dose ……..
Excretion Liver
Precautions: CHD, Maternal pulse <60, Avoid with active asthma, heart disease, CHF. May cause Neonatal bradycardia
Adverse effects: Headache, dizzy, hypotension (Placenta impact), epigastric pain (Confused with worsening PreE)
Hydralazine (Apresoline)
IVP: 5 - 10 mg over 2 min. Every 20 min. PRN
MAX: Don’t exceed 25 mg / 24 hrs
Antidote for Magnesium Sulfate
Calcium Gluconate
_____
Anticonvulsants
Decreases the CNS to act as Anticonvulsants. Also, decreases frequency & strength of UC
Prevention / control of seizures in PreE. Neuro protection for preterm labor
Doseage…..
Therapeutic level…..
Contraindications: Myocardial damage, heart block, myasthenia gravis, impaired renal function.
Doseage: IV loading dose: 4 - 6 g over 20 - 30 min
Therapeutic level: 4 - 8 mg/dl
(>8 may result in respiratory depression/ cardiac arrest)
________
Anticonvulsant
Decrease CNS to act as Anticonvulsant
Prevent/ control seizure activity in preE & neuro protection for preterm
Dose/ Route….
Therapeutic level….
Contractions Myocardial damage, Heart Block, myasthenia gravis, impaired renal function.
Dose/ Route IV loading dose 4 - 6 g over 20 - 30 mins.
IVBP continous infusing 2 g / hr.
Therapeutic level 4 - 8 (>8 may result in respiration depression/ cardiac arrest)
During bolus dose of Magnesium Sulfate. Which is most important nursing interventions
Stay at bedside with patient for full 30 minutes
When does GHTN start
> 20 weeks
CHTN W/ Superimposed PreE
When HTN onset…
Systemic issues…
Before 20 weeks preggers
Systemic SS Yes
Chronic HTN
BP?
HTN Onset?
Systemic?
> 140 or >90
<20 weeks
Systemic NO
GHTN
BP?
HTN Onset?
Systemic?
> 140 or >90
HTN >20 weeks
Systemic NO
PreE & E
BP?
ONSET HTN?
Systemic?
BP Usually >140 or >90 but if no HTN but still systemic issues they Can be diagnosed with PreE
Onset Usually after 20 weeks Typically late preggers or postpartum
Systemic YES
Chronic hypertension
HTN <20 WKS GA
TREATMENT…..
If systemic SS of PreE develop WHAT WILL BE DIAGNOSES
Control BP with antihypertensive meds
Ensure baby getting perfusion
Monitor for onset symptoms of PreE
Considered IOL @ 37 weeks
If systemic SS of PreE develop: Chronic hypertension with Superimposed PreE
GHTN
Peripheral vascular resistance = Circulation to body’s organs decreased
HTN BP >140/90 (2 Readings 6 hrs apart)
More accurate Dx…..
Tx: increases monitoring, antihypertensive, low dose aspirin.
Cure: Deliver baby. Consider IOL @ 37 weeks
Systolic Increase 30 or Dystolic increase 15
Eclampsia…..
Preeclampsia with Seizures
PreE has multiple systems involved
NS, CV, RESP, RENAL, LIVER ,EYES
Describe what bad things happen with the placenta….
Lowered Perfusion, nutrients/ oxygen, IUGR hypoxia, fetal death
Usually >20 wks
Most near term or postterm
Primiparity
Chronic HTN / Chronic renal disease
History of thrombophilia
Multifetal pregnancy
In vitro fertilization
Type 1 or 2 DM
Obese
Lupus
AMA
Risk factors for…
Preeclampsia
Also
Previous preEclampsia / Family history of