Final Exam - Powerpoints Flashcards
When is it gestational DM vs just normal DM1 or DM2
if it develops after 20 weeks it is gDM
if it develops before 20 weeks its just DM
Gestational DM (gDM) cycle in pregnancy
high BG in mom –> extra weight gain in baby (RF macrosomia) –> extra glucose to baby –> 39 week induction
why do gDM babies need to be induced at 39 weeks
what are they at risk for
because of their rapid growth rate they are at RF shoulder dystocia and macrosomia
Risk factors for gDM
BMI > 25 Age >25 Hx of gDM, abn glucose tolerance, Family Hx of DM High risk ethnic group
gDM care focuses mainly on …
Managing normal BG levels
gDM baby be more likely to have
Laboured breathing and hypoglycemia
(NTD, RDS, CHD)?
Glucose challenge test values
Fasting: >126
Nonfasting: >200
Oral glucose tolerance test
Fasting: >95
1 hr: >180
2 hr: >155
3 hr: >140
? good sources of sugars
6 saltine crackers
4-6 oz of juice
3 glucose tablets
1 tbsp of honey or syrup
The need for folic acid … during pregnancy.
doubles
folic acid deficiency related to what defect
spinal bifida
foods with folic acid
leafy greens
vegetables
legumes
Thalassemia common in …
Mediterranean and Asian peoples
Thalassemia causes what
less hgb and less RBCs
Sickle cell disease (SCD)
abn hgb, most common in AA
SCD pts should avoid
infection, exertion
SCD pts should stay
hydrated, maintain good oxygenation, take prophylactic ATB and take folic acid supplements
Anemia hgb minimum in 1st and 3rd trimester
hgb < 11
Anemia hgb minimum in 2nd
hgb < 10.5
Fe deficiencies are common in … of pregnancies
75%
Classification of gestational HT (gHT)
develops after 20 weeks
otherwise is considered chronic HT
Pathophysiology of Preeclampsia
increase in peripheral vascular resistance decreasing circulation to all organs resulting in a generalized vasospasms
Preeclampsia prevention
early/regular prenatal visits
controlled wt gain
deceased stressors
Risk factors of Preeclampsia
Primigravidia or Multifetal pregnancy Family Hx Obesity AA Teen or >35 Vascular disease, chronic renal disease, diabetes