Hepatic Disease associated w/ Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
__________ hepatits is the most common cause of jaundice in pregnancy
A
Viral
2
Q
Hepatitis ___ virus is the most dangerous in pregnancy w/ fatality approaching 20%
A
E
3
Q
Preeclampsia can lead to HELLP syndrome which stands for?
A
Hemolysis
Elevated liver enzymes
Low Platelets
4
Q
Preeclampsia is characterized by
A
Hypertension
Proteinuria
Peripheral edema
Coagulation abnormalities
5
Q
When does preeclampsia converts to eclampsia?
A
Hyperreflexia and convulsions start in addition to HTN, proteinuria, peripheral edema and coagulation abnormalities