OB ATI Flashcards
Probable signs of pregnancy
Changes that make the examiner suspect a woman is pregnant. Abdominal enlargement, cervical changes, Hegars sign which is softening and compressibility of the lower uterus, Chadwicks sign which is a deep purple blue color of the vaginal mucosa, Goodells sign which is softening of the cervical tip, Ballotement which is rebound of the fetus, Braxton Hicks contractions, positive pregnancy test, fetal outline felt by examiner
Presumptive signs of pregnancy
objective or subjective signs that make a woman think she is prego
amenorrhea, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, urinary frequency, breast changes, Quickening-Feeling the baby move, uterine enlargement, Linea Nigra, chloasma-mask of pregnancy, striae gravidarum
Positive signs of pregnancy
Signs that are only explained by pregnancy they include fetal heart cells, visualization by an ultrasound, fetal movement felt by the examiner
McDonald’s method
Measuring the fundal height in cm between 18-30 wks
GTPAL
Gravida-number of pregnancies Nulli-never Primi-first Multi 2 or more Term 38 wks Preterm <20 wks or 2 lbs Living children
TORCH
Toxoplasmosis (cat) flu like, fever
infection
rubella joint and muscle pain, rash
cytomegalovirus (member of herpes) droplet, mono like
herpes
These can cross the placenta and effect the fetal development
Ambivalence
Conflicting feelings such as having joy and sorrow at the same time
Types of birthing plans
Dick-read: Childbirth without fear. Control breathing and relaxation. Completely relax between contractions.
Lamaze: is to promote a healthy, natural, safe approach with early parenting
Leboyer: Births without violence stress is decreased. Dim room soft voices, warm room, Waterbirth
Bradley: Partners involvement as a coach. Natural breathing, relaxation, nutrition, exercise
Weight gain during pregnancy
3 to 4 pounds during the first trimester, 1 pound a week after that. A total of 25-35 pounds.
increase of 340 cal a day during the second trimester.
Increase 452 a day during the third trimester.
If breast-feeding take an additional 330 The first six months and 400 the second six months.
Folic acid
Leafy vegetables, dried peas and beans, seeds, orange juice, and other foods that are fortified such as breads, cereals, grades. 600 µg during pregnancy and 500 while lactating.
Iron foods
Take between meals and with vitamin C. Milk and caffeine interferes with the absorption. Liver, red meat, fish, poultry, dried peas and beans, fortified cereals and bread. May need a stool softener
Calcium
Milk, fortified soy milk, fortified orange juice, nuts, legumes, dark green leafy vegetables. 1000 mg per day. If under 19 take 1300 mg per day.
Foods to avoid with PKU
Protein, fish, poultry, meat, eggs, nuts, and dairy products
BPP
5 things measured.
Score 2 is normal, 0 abnormal. 8-10 normal, 6 equivocal. < 4 abnormal
Reactive fetal heart rate
fetal breathing movements at least one episode of 30 seconds in 30 minutes
gross body movements at least three extensions in 30 minutes fetal tone at least one episode of extension and flexion
amniotic fluid volume
Methotrexate
Used to supress cell division in ectopic pregnancy
Avoid alcohol and folic acid.
Avoid sun exposure.
Infections
Group b, test 35-37 wks, Trt pcn G in labor
Chlamydia, Trt zithromax ro erythromycin
Erythromycin given to babies eyes for ophthalmia neonatorum
Gonorrhea. Rocephin or zithromax
Erythromycin to baby
Candida albicans, diflucan,