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Ob exam 2 - intra comps Flashcards

1
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when is PROM considered prolonged

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when membranes have been ruptured for greater than 18 hours

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fetal & newborn risk of (P)PROM

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-respiratory distress syndrome (esp pporm)
-sepsis
-malpresentation
-prolapse of the umbilical cord
-non reassuring FHR pattern
-compression of the umbilical cord
-premature birth

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nursing care of clients with PPROM

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-determine duration of rom
-assess GA
-observe for signs & symptoms of infection
-assess hydration status
-assess fetal status
-assess childbirth preparation & coping
-encourage resting on left side
-comfort measures
-education

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what meds might you deliver to a pt w/ (P)PROM

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maternal corticosteroid administration to enhance fetal lung maturity
betamethasone 12 mg IM x 2 doses; 12-24 hrs apart

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when does preterm labor (PTL) or premature onset of labor (POL) occur

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between 20-36 6/7 weeks

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uterine contractions that correspond to PTL

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4 within 20 mins or 8 in 1 hour

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PTL S/s

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-cervical change or dilation
-mild menstrual like cramps felt low in the abdomen
-pelvic pressure
-ROM
-low, dull backache
-increased vaginal discharge

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strongest predictors of preterm birth

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-positive fetal fibronectin results
-abnormal cervical length measurement (shortening, <25mm before term
-hx of PTL
-presence of infection

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what to monitor w/ procardia (nifedipine)

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BP bc we are not giving it for high BP but instead to relax the uterine muscles
do not give if SBP is <90

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what are the tocolytic medications to stop contractions

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-procardia (nifedipine)
-mag sulfate
-terbutaline (brethine)
-progesterone therapy

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what to monitor w/ mag sulf

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alertness, respirations, BP, reflexes & I/Os

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what to monitor w/ terbutaline

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length of administration -> acute use so only 2-3 days
do not give if HR is greater than 120 bc can cause tachy
side effects include flushes face, heart is racing and trembling

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does mag sulf need to be in the primary or secondary line

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primary only do enough for 2hr worth at a time for safety

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what is a secondary benefit of mag sulf when being used for preterm labor

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neuroprotective decreases the risk of intracranial hemorrhage & necrotizing enterocolitis in the babies

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what is the steroid window

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48 hours past 1st dose

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what is the effect of steroids that promotes lung maturity

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causes a release of surfactant

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cervical insufficiency “incompetent cervix”

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painless dilation of the cervix without contractions cervical defect, will see shortened cervical length <25 mm
dx could be made if pt has had pervious miscarriages w/o contractions

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cervical insufficiency medical care

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-serial cervical ultrasounds beginning between 16-24 wks GA
-bed rest
-progesterone supplementation
-abx (not entire pregnancy)
-education about signs of impending birth (lower back pain, pelvic pressure, changes in discharge & bleeding after cerclage) *call HCP**

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cervical insufficiency surgical intervention

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cerclage surgical closure of cervix using suture (stitching)

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when would a cerclage be used

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-cervical insufficiency
-prophylactic pregnancy w/ multiples

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if a cerclage is placed, what should be monitored

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bleeding
activity level -> pt does not need to be on strict bed rest at home, goal is for cervix to stabilize and light activity be performed

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if a cerclage is placed, when is it removed

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for delivery -> cut either before a vaginal birth or if C section then can be left in place and removed later

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placenta previa

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placental implantation in the lower uterine segment which causes placenta villi to be torn from the uterine wall leading to bright red painless bleeding

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placenta previa causes

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-high gravidity
-increasing age / advanced maternal age
-prior C section
-recent spontaneous or induced abortion
-cigarette smoking
-male fetus (more common)

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placenta previa: complete

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the placenta completely covers the cervix

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placenta previa: partial

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the placenta partially covers the cervix

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placenta previa: marginal

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placenta is near the cervix low lying

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placenta previa: low lying

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low lying
fairly close to cervix but not touching it

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placenta previa nursing care

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-no vaginal exams
-assess for bleeding (active = transfusion)
-VS & fetal monitoring & contractions
-anticipate unengaged fetal presenting part (transverse lie is common)
-obtain consent for C section ICE
-administer tocolytics as ordered

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abruptio placentae

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premature separation of a normally implanted placenta from the uterine wall

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abruptio placentae: marginal

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placenta separates at its edges

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abruptio placentae: central

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placenta separates centrally -> concealed bleeding hard abdomen where blood is pooling

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abruptio placentae: complete

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total separation -> massive vaginal bleeding

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abruptio placentae: grade 1

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48%
mild separation, slight vaginal bleedingV

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abruptio placentae: grade 2

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27%
partial abruption with moderate bleeding

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abruptio placentae: grade 3

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24%
complete separation with moderate to severe bleeding

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abruptio placentae S/s

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-sudden & stormy onset
-bleeding is external or concealed
-blood is dark
-severe & steady pain, uterus is tender
-uterine tone is firm

38
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placenta previa S/s

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-quiet & sneaky onset
-external bleeding
-blood is bright red
-pain only present at labor, uterus is not tender
-uterine tone is soft & relaxed

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abruptio placentae care

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-external monitoring of contractions
-external monitoring fetus
-monitor for c/o abdominal pain
-monitor for development of DIC (coag test)
-immediate priorities are maintaining maternal cardiovas status
-C section is usually safest delivery

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maternal and fetal risks of multiple gestations

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PLT
uterine dysfunction
abnormal fetal presentations
instrumental or C section
PP hemorrhage
higher mortality rate than for single fetus
decreased intrauterine growth rate
increased incidence of fetal anomalies
increase in cord accidents
increase in cerebral palsy

41
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multiple gestations: discomforts

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-SOB / dyspnea on exertion
-bachache
-round ligament pain
-heartburn
-pelvic or suprapubic pressure
-pedal edema

42
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multiple gestation: comfort measures

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-side lying position w/ lower body elevated
-pelvic rocking
-good posture
-good body mechanics

43
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multiple gestation: care

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-more frequent visits & educate on signs of fetal activity and preterm labor
-serial ultrasounds
-anesthesia & cross match blood ready @ delivery
-dual monitoring
-likely choose c section

44
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multiple gestation: nutrition

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-prenatals
-daily folic acid intake of 1mg
-wt gain of 40-45 lbs (24 lbs gain by wk 24)

45
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amniotic fluid embolism

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amniotic fluid leaks into the maternal circulation through a small tear in the amnion or chorion of the uterus during placental separation or through cervical tears under pressure -> embolism blocks vessels of the lungs rare but 80-90% mortality rate

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amniotic fluid embolism S/s

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chest pain, dyspnea, cyanosis, frothy sputum, tachycardia, hypotension, massive hemorrhage

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amniotic fluid embolism: care

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-stabilize cardiovascular & res system
-displace uterus to allow better blood flow
-infusion of whole blood
-placement of central venous pressure line to monitor fluid overload
-immediate birth may be needed

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dysfunctional labor patterns: hypertonic contractions

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tachysystole -> more than 5 contractions in a 10 min time period

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dysfunctional labor patterns: hypotonic contractions

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fewer than 2-3 contractions in 10 minutes (low intensity contractions)

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tachysystole care

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-assess contractions, vitals & FHR
-comfort measures
-change positions & back rubs
-turn off oxytocin
-tocolytic
-sedation / pain meds

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care for hypotonic contractions

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-assess contractions, vitals & FHR
-consider cephalopelvic disproportion
-rule out malpresentation
-maintain adequate hydration
-monitor for signs of infection
-stimulation of contractions (oxytocin)

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post dates

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pregnancy has gone beyond estimated date of birth

53
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post term

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pregnancy has gone beyond 42 completed weeks

54
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care for post term pregnancies

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-assess fetal well being
-daily fetal movement counts
-NST
-biophysical profile
-induction of labor

55
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maternal risks for post term pregnancy

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-perineal damage
-hemorrhage
-increased risk of C section
-anxiety
-emotional fatigue
-persistence of normal discomforts

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fetal risks for post term pregnancy

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-decreased perfusion
-oligohydramnios
-SGA
-macrosomia
-increase risk for meconium stain ed fluid

57
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malposition (OP) techniques to move baby

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-mother rotates side to side
-knee to chest position
-hands and knees position
-physician / CNM may manually rotate fetal head during labor

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malpresentation

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-shoulder presentation
-brow presentation
-face presentation
-breech

59
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version

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turning of the fetus in utero

60
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version: external cephalic version

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external manipulation of maternal abdomen to change fetus from breech to cephalic position

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version: podalic version

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internal
used in delivery of 2nd twin

62
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if a version is about to happen, what must be done

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-pt signs consent to procedure & c sections +
-IV is in place
-ultrasounds
-terbutaline if contracting
-fasting for 8hrs
-fetal monitoring (w/ reactive NST)
-rhogam if pt is Rh negative

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reasons for a non reassuring fetal status

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-variation in HR
-decreased fetal movement
-meconium stained amniotic fluid
-persistent late decels
-persistent severe variable decels

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umbilical cord prolapse

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umbilical cord precedes presenting fetal part and is compressed against maternal pelvis

65
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how to prevent umbilical cord prolapse

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bed rest if fetal presenting part high in pelvis & amniotic fluid is ruptured

66
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if umbilical cord is felt during vaginal exam, what do you do

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keep gloved fingers in vagina to relieve pressure & position for gravity to help relieve compression (knees to chest or trendelenburg) -> apply O2 mask & prepare for C section

67
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is baby has true cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD), how should baby be delivered

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can use vacuum or forceps assessed vaginal birth but best practice is C section

68
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fetal risk for CPD

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-increased risk of cord prolapse
-excessive molding of fetal head
-bruising
-nerve trauma

69
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macrosomia

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large fetus weighing more than 4000 grams

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macrosomia risks

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-dysfunctional labor
-uterine rupture
-perineal lacerations
-postpartum hemorrhage
-should dystocia

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when do you want to ID macrosomia

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before labor begins

72
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if cleared for vaginal delivery with a macrosomia baby, what should the nurse be prepared for

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-lack fetal descent should raise suspicion that infant is too large for vaginal birth
-unexpected shoulder dystocia, may be asked to assist w/ McRoberts maneuver or apply suprapubic pressure to aid shoulder delivery never perform fundal pressure

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shoulder dystocia

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shoulders entrapped behind suprapubic bone

74
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dangers of shoulder dystocia

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-brain damage from hypoxia
-brachia plexus damage
-umbilical cord occlusion

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interventions of a shoulder dystocia

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-lower head of bed
-McRoberts maneuver (rotate legs up and out to open pelvis)
-suprapubic pressure (downward w/ hand)
-document interventions & length of time of dystocia

76
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retained placenta

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retention of placenta beyond 30 mins after birth, bleeding can be excessive & may require manual removal of placenta -> possible transfusion after depending on blood loss
increased risk for infection

77
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lacerations

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-spontaneous tearing of the perineal area
-suspected when bright red vaginal bleeding persists despite well contracted uterus
- 1 to 4 degrees
- assist w. 4th stage labor repair and observe for bleeding and approximation during PP

78
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placenta: accreate, increta / percreta

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-abnormal adherence of the placenta to the uterine wall
-associated w/ maternal hemorrhage & failed placental separation after birth
high incidence of abdominal hysterectomy

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placenta accreta

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chorionic villi attach directly to the uterine myometrium

80
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placenta increta

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myometrium is invaded

81
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placenta percreta

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myometrium is penetrated
-sometimes attaches to nearby organs like the bowel or bladder

82
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where does the placenta usually connect to

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the endometrium

83
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placenta accreate, increta / percreta care

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-monitor for bleeding
-deliver before 38 wks
-type & cross for blood transfusion
-2/3 women have hysterectomy to prevent maternal hemorrhage
-repair organ damage

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if a baby is lost in utero, what organization always has to be consulted

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KODA for organ donation

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