Medical and Surgical Complications Flashcards
1
Q
The leading cause of septic shock during pregnancy
A
Acute pyelonephritis
2
Q
Risk factors for acute pyelonephritis in pregnancy (3)
A
Second trimester
Nulliparity
Young age
3
Q
Immunoprophylaxis and hepatitis B vaccine given to infants born to HBV-infected mothers has decreased transmission dramatically and prevented approximately ___ [%] of infections.
A
90%
4
Q
The most common medical complication of pregnancy
A
Diabetes
5
Q
Screening test for gestational diabetes
A
1 hour 50 g oral glucose challenge test
