Obsterical Flashcards
Describe a ruptured ectopic pregnancy
Almost all ectopic pregnancies—more than 90%—occur in a fallopian tube.
As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the tube to burst (rupture).
A rupture can cause major internal bleeding. This can be a life-threatening emergency that needs immediate surgery.
Describe placenta previa
occurs when a baby’s placenta partially or totally covers the mother’s cervix — the outlet for the uterus. Placenta previa can cause severe bleeding during pregnancy and delivery. If you have placenta previa, you might bleed throughout your pregnancy and during your delivery. Painless
Describe abruptio placentae
Abruptio placentae is defined as the premature separation of the placenta from the uterus. Patients with abruptio placentae, also called placental abruption, typically present with bleeding, pain, uterine contractions, and fetal distress.
When do you give Oxytocin?
Immediately after delivery of ALL babies
What is the initial dosage of Oxytocin?
5 units
What are the different types of births?
Prolapsed cord, limb, multiple, breech