Obstetric 3 Flashcards

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pregnancy and radiography

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  • avoid plain film radiographs in 1st trimester, esp trunk or back
  • abdominal lead shield gives some protection
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2
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pregnancy and CT

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not recommended in any trimester

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3
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pregnancy and MRI

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considered low risk and preferential to CT

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4
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pregnancy and dx ultrasound

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  • commonly used, but video display may increase thermal effects
  • esp in 3rd trimester
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5
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dilutional anemia =

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increased blood volume, even with compensatory increase in EPO and RBCs

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6
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EPO/RBC norm for pregnancy:

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~ 10.5 g/dL

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7
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EPO/RBC norm for normal women:

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~ 12-16 g/dL

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8
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chorionic villus sampling used for

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early detection of genetic disorders

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9
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chorionic villus sampling risks

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1-2% chance of miscarriage

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10
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amniocentesis performed when

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16-18 weeks

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11
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amniocentesis risks

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  • most sources cite 0.5-1% chance of miscarriage

- depends on baby health, timing, high risk pregnancy

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12
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What is done in chorionic villus sampling?

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  • sample of chorionic villi are removed from the placenta for testing
  • taken through cervix or abd wall
  • usu performed at 10-13 weeks
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13
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What are chorionic villi?

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  • wispy projections of placental tissue

- share the baby’s genetic makeup

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14
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How is an amniocentesis performed?

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amniotic fluid removed from uterus for testing or treatment

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15
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Why is an amniocentesis performed?

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  • genetic testing
  • fetal lung testing
  • dx of fetal infection
  • tx
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16
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When is amniocentesis used as tx?

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can accumulate too much fluid and some must be drained

17
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precautions with pregnancy and lactation: drugs

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  • anything that can cross the placental barrier may be harmful to the baby
  • restrictions during lactation
18
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What types of restrictions during lactation are there for drugs?

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  • if allowed, should be taken 30-60 minutes after breastfeeding AND
  • 3-4 hrs before next feed
19
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What are the FDA categories in pregnancy?

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Category A
Category B
Category C
Category D
Category X
20
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Category A pregnancy

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controlled human studies show no fetal risks

21
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Category B pregnancy

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animal studies show no fetal risks (no human studies available)

22
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Category C pregnancy

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  • no adequate human or animal studies

- risk cannot be ruled out

23
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Category D pregnancy

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  • evidence indicates fetal risk

- benefits thought to outweigh the risks

24
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Category X pregnancy

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  • contraindicated in human pregnancy

- risks outweigh any potential benefits