Miscarriage Flashcards
1
Q
miscarriage is also called___
A
spontaneous abortion
2
Q
a mom calls the doctors office and tells you she is seeing small amounts of blood on her panties. what do you tell her?
A
spotting is common during pregnancy
3
Q
what are 2 manifestations together that are indicative of miscarriage?
A
bleeding AND cramping
4
Q
the 3 S/S Of a misscariage:
A
1- bleeding
2- cramping
3- backache
5
Q
when the HCG levels start dropping, why do we worry?
A
keeps you pregnant
6
Q
TX include?
A
- bed rest
- abstinence from sex
- may have to be sedated
7
Q
what is a dilatation and curettage?
A
when the doc goes in and removes any remaining products of conception
