Exam 3 Flashcards
what is the best plan of care for an ectopic pregnancy?
methotrexate less than 8 weeks
salpingectomy to remove part of the tube
what are the adverse effects of mag sulfate
respiratory depression low BP uterine bogginess in postpartum absent DTR's decreased urine output
what are the expected outcomes of mag sulfate?
therapeutic range 4-7
decreased BP
relaxed smooth muscle
explain the warning signs you may see with a pt with cerclage
discharge
complications of incomplete abortions
sepsis (profuse bleeding, cramping, fever, chills)
potential complications of placenta previa?
bleeding and hemorrhade
contraindications with a placenta previa?
hypotension, tachycardia are signs for bleeding
Trendelenburg and oxygen
important labs associated with pre-eclampsia and HELLP
elevated liver enzymes
low platelets
most concerning symptoms of pre-eclampsia
swelling of face and hands
CST
contraction stress test stimulate contractions with oxytocin over 10 min to look at FHR Positive = BAD for late decelerations do UNCOIL done for abnormal Biophysical profile
plan of discharge for a 28 wk pregnant patient with pre-eclampsia
no ace inhibitors monitor bp measure I&O kick counts edema diet control ( increase protein, low sodium) NO fluid restriction bedrest
how do you know if mag sulfate is effective?
no seizures, monitor DTR’s (2+, 0 Clonus is normal), serum levels therapeutic 4-7, no pulmonary edema
nursing interventions for patients with pre-eclampsia
anti-hypertensive meds
minimize environmental stimulation
seizure precautions
inevitable abortions
dilated cervix without passage of tissue, first 20 weeks, no bleeding manage symptoms, if bleeding d&c
incomplete abortions
open cervix with tissue in cervix, heavy and profuse bleeding, maybe D&C, suction or cytotec
risk of sepsis
important interventions for preterm pregnancies with placenta previa
2 doses of betamethasone
no pelvic exams and complete pelvic rest
signs and symptoms of molar pregnancy
dark red vaginal bleeding
increased fundal height
hyperemesis
preeclampsia prior to 20 weeks
what’s included in a biophysical profile
US measurement of amniotic fluid, fetal movements, fetal tone, NST, and fetal breathing movements