Maternal Coexisting Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What medication might a parturient be on that has hyperthyroidism?
A
Propranolol
2
Q
What is the risk to the fetus with a patient with hyperthyroidism?
A
Goiter which can cause airway issues
3
Q
T/F: Propranolol may exacerbate the hypertension that would be seen with SAB on parturient with hyperthyroidism.
A
False; hypotension
4
Q
Are hyperthyroid patients more or less sensitive to pressors?
A
More sensitive
5
Q
What other issue in the parturient can pheochromocytoma mimic?
A
Pre-eclampsia
6
Q
What is important to remember about Beta blockers with pheochromocytoma?
A
Avoid B blockade w/o 1st Alpha blockade because can have unopposed Alpha stimulation- severe HTN
