HIGH RISK POSTPARTUM (Exam 3 - Heides notecards) Flashcards
1
Q
Main causes and risk factors of uterine atony?
A
High parity
hydramnios
macrosomia
MgSO4
2
Q
uterine atony, how does the uterus feel?
A
BOGGY
NOT tight
3
Q
What causes lacerations and hematomas?
A
prolonged pressure of the fetal head
forceps assisted birth
large babies
4
Q
Most common Sx of hematomas?
A
pain