Labour Flashcards
1
Q
When do Braxton Hicks contractions usually start?
A
From 30 weeks onward
2
Q
Management of PROM?
A
if <37 weeks or suspicion of infection- admit
if at term, watchful waiting for labour to commence
3
Q
Definition of premature labour?
A
Onset of regular contractions prior to 37 weeks
4
Q
When is induction of labour normally indicated?
A
if pregnancy progresses beyond 42 weeks
5
Q
Methods of labour induction? (4)
A
Membrane sweep
Vaginal prostaglandins
Artificial membrane rupture
IV oxytocin
6
Q
Stages of labour?
A
1st stage- onset of regular contractions to full dilatation
2nd stage- time from complete dilatation to delivery of baby
3rd stage- delivery of placenta
7
Q
What is passage of meconium stained liquor indicative of?
A
Fetal distress
