Hemorrhagic Disorders Part 1 Powerpoint Flashcards
1
Q
Types of spontaneous abortions:
A
- threatened
- inevitable
- incomplete
- complete
- missed
- Please be mindful when you are discussing spontaneous abortions with patients. Maybe use term miscarriage with patient
2
Q
Stillbirth is defined as:
A
Death gestational age of ≧ 20 weeks
3
Q
What is cerclage used for?
A
Treatment of choice for cervical insufficiency
Procedure: McDonald technique
Follow up care: bed rest, pelvic rest ( no sex),
Patient education on infection and preterm labor s/s