Obstetrics Flashcards
1 cause of 3rd trimester bleeding
Placental Abruption and Placenta Previa
Classic ultrasound and gross appearance of complete hydatidiform mole
Snowstorm on Ultrasound
“Cluster of Grapes” appearance on gross examination
Chromosomal Pattern of a complete mole
46, XX
Molar Pregnancy containing fetal tissue
Partial Mole
Symptoms of placental abruption
Continuous, painful vaginal bleeding
Symptoms of placenta Previa
Self-limited
Painless vaginal bleeding
When should a vaginal exam be performed with suspected placenta previa?
Never
Antibiotics with teratogenic effects
Tetracycline
Fluoroquinolones
Aminoglycosides
Sulfonamides
Shortest AP diameter of the pelvis
Obstetric Conjugate: Between the sacral promontory and the midpoint of the symphysis pubis
Medication given to accelerate fetal lung maturity
Betamethasone or Dexamethasone X 48 hours
Most common cause of post partum hemorrhage
Uterine Atony
Tx for postpartum hemorrhage
Uterine Massage
If that fails
oxytocin
Typical antibiotic for Group B Strep prophylaxis (GBS)
IV PCN or Ampicillin
Pt fails to lactate after an emergency C section with Marked Blood Loss
Sheehan Syndrome (Postpartum pituitary necrosis)
Uterine Bleeding at 18 weeks gestation;
No products expelled, membranes ruptured, cervical os Open
Inevitable abortion
