Obstetrics Flashcards
1
Q
Which antibody is congenital heart block assoc with?
A
Anti-Ro SS-A
2
Q
How does kidney change in pregnancy?
A
Increase GFR, renal blood flow, glycosuria, and proteinuria
3
Q
Options for BP control?
A
- Methyldopa - can’t use in depression
- Clonidine
- Labetalol
- Nifedipine - can’t use with aortic stenosis
4
Q
THyroid changes in pregnancy?
A
Low TSH
Total T4 + T3 increase by mid 2nd trim
fT4 + fT3 decrease gradually
5
Q
Medical Rx of mitral stenosis?
A
- Beta blocker - improve diastolic filling
- Anti coag
- Frusemide