final exam pt 3 Flashcards
what complication is the mother at risk for after the delivery of a macrosomic fetus (>8.8 lb)?
uterine atony
what are 4 classic signs of abruptio placentae?
- sudden vaginal bleeding
- abdominal pain
- uterine tenderness
- contractions
why can we begin doing amniocentesis around 14 wk of gestation?
that is when amniotic fluid becomes available
what type of patients are given Rh immunoglobulin (RhoGAM)?
Rh negative
what is the priority nursing action following an amniotomy?
assess fetal HR
when is a glucocorticoid injection given to mothers?
premature preterm rupture of membranes
what is the focus of care for premature rupture of membranes prior to 32 weeks?
prolonging pregnancy to reduce risk of preterm complications
what FHR pattern is suspected with umbilical cord compression?
variable decelerations
what should the nurse do if the patient is experiencing hyperstimulation of the uterus due to oxytocin administration?
discontinue oxytocin
what order would these events occur in:
- amenorrhea, lightening, Goodells sign and quickening ?
- amenorrhea
- Goodells sign
- quickening
- lightening
what intervention should the nurse take to decrease the likelihood of hypotension caused by epidural anesthesia?
admin IV fluid bolus
what complication is the priority of care for a macrosomic newborn whos mother has diabetes mellitus?
hypoglycemia
what is the cause of newborn hypoglycemia?
hyperinsulinemia
what actions can the nurse take to promote development for the preterm newborn?
- cluster care
- dimming lights
- use both hands to reposition
- prone position (promote flexion)
what action should be taken first for late decelerations?
change position
what indicates a reactive nonstress test?
2 qualifying accelerations (+15 bpm/15 secs) within 20-mins
what is indicates a nonreactive nonstress test?
< 2 accelerations in 20 mins
when is the FHR audible by doppler?
8 - 17 weeks