OB Medications (ANTEPARTUM) Flashcards
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Brethine (Terbutaline) PRE, MOA, S/SX,ROUTE
A
PRE: take BP before because med increased BP
MOA: stop preterm labor or slow contractions
S/SX: feel like heart is racing/anxious
ROUTE: Sub q
2
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Procardia (Nifedipine) PRE, MOA, ROUTE
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PRE: assess BP before and after (will lower)
MOA: slow preterm labor or lower BP
ROUTE: Sublingual or PO
3
Q
Why is patient ed important for RhoGam?
A
because of antibody response of Rh-/Rh+ factors
4
Q
Folic Acid MOA
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MOA: prevention of neural tube defects (also in prenatal vitamins that women take throughout pregnancy)
5
Q
Ferrous Sulfate MOA
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MOA: prevent iron deficiency anemia
6
Q
Betamethasone MOA
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MOA: before baby is born to help develop baby’s lungs