Miscellaneous Flashcards
What does the mnemonic BRAIN stand for when relating to screening options?
Benefits Risks Alternatives Instinct/Individual Choice Nothing/Doing nothing is still an option
The newborn physical examination aims to detect what 4 main conditions?
Congenital Cataracts
Cardiac Conditions
Hip Dysplasia
Undescended Testes
What range is a healthy BMI?
18.5 - 24
Is partner testing requires for sickle cell if mother is negative?
No
Post 16 weeks gestation, can a mother be screened for Downs, Edwards and Pataus syndrome?
Yes, she can have a quadruple test to screen for T21 and her anomaly scan for T18 and T13.
Name 6 common minor disorders in pregnancy.
Constipation Haemorrhoids Indigestion and Heartburn Nausea and Vomiting Varicose Veins Backache
When can amniocentesis be performed?
After 15 weeks of pregnancy if necessary
When are pregnant women offered diagnostic testing for Downs?
When they receive a result of 1 in 150 or higher from 1st/2nd trimester screening
