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Question 1

What is the most important parameter to monitor when administering magnesium sulphate for eclampsia

Answer 1

Respiratory rate as it can cause respiratory depression

Question 2

Features of erb’s palsy

Answer 2

• damage to the upper brachial plexus
• adduction and internal rotation of the arm, with pronation of the forearm

Question 3

normal pregnancy can cause a raise in with liver enzyme

Answer 3

ALP - Alkaline phosphatase

Question 4

3 causes of oligohydramnios

Answer 4

• pre-eclampsia
• premature rupture of membranes
• Potter sequence: bilateral renal agenesis + pulmonary hypoplasia

Question 5

Symptoms of pre-eclampsia

Answer 5

• Headaches
• Oedema
• epigastric pain
• brisk reflexes
• decreased urine output