oB exam 3 Flashcards
> 3mm could indicate genetic disorder on what scan
nuchal translucency scan
when can an amniocentesis be performed
after 14wks
excessive amniotic fluid
polyhydramnios
cause: unknown, may be r/t DM or twin-to-twin infusion
polyhydramnios
decreased amniotic fluid that may be caused by fetal anomalies or PROM
- fetal anomolies associated w/ poor kidney function, PROM
oligohydramnios
tx oligohydramnios
amnioinfusion or LR into amniotic sac
T/F: obesity decreases ability for mother to sense fetal movements/kicks
T
includes NST, fetal breathing movement, fetal muscle tone, amniotic fluid volume
biophysical profil (BPP)
2 eggs fertilized, fraternal twins
dizygotic
one egg fertilized & then split into 2, identical twins
monozygotic
unusually acute nausea & vomiting
hyperemesis gravidum
what can hyperemesis gravidum lead to?
malnutrition, electrolyte imbalances, wt loss
- occurs before 20wks GA
- normally result of chromosomal abnormalities
- evaluate for bleeding, cramping, passage of tissue
spontaneous abortion
pregnancy occurring outside of uterus, most commonly the fallopian tube
ectopic pregnancy
what is a possible complication if an ectopic pregnancy isnt treated?
fallopian tube rupture
what to do with a suspected miscarriage
watchful waiting
this med stops cell division, tx for ectopic pregnancy
methotrexate
HTN &/or stable/pre-existing proteinuria prior to 20wks GA & persisting after 12wks PP
chronic HTN
development of preeclampsia or eclampsia in pt w/ chronic HTN
superimposed preeclampsia or eclampsia
systolic BP >140 &/or diastolic BP 90+ without proteinuria or s/s end-organ dysfunction after 20wks GA
gestational HTN
development of convulsions or coma in preeclamptic pt
eclampsia
this medication lowers seizure threshold, tx preeclampsia; reduces CNS irritability caused by cerebral edema
magnesium sulfate
140/90mmHg+ on 2 occassions at least 4h apart & proteinuria OR other organs effected
preeclampsia
during seizure:
tun on side (aspiration), O2 admin
- severe headache that won’t go away w/ meds
- swelling of face/hands
- wt gain 2lb+ in 1 wk
- difficulty breathing, gasping, panting
- nausea after mid-pregnancy
- changes in vision
- RUQ abdominal pain/shoulder pain
- increased DTR
preeclampsia s/s
want serum mg to be:
4-7
mag reversal agent
calcium gluconate
HELLP syndrome
hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelets
GDM
maternal body not able to keep up with demands
when do you screen for GDm?
24-28wks
if BG is over _____, further testing is indicated
130
DM diagnosed during pregnancy & diet controlled
A1
DM diagnosed during pregnancy requiring medication
A2
if a GDm pt is getting a c-section, can she take her AM insulin?
no