Obstetrics Flashcards
29% of exam, ~ 51 questions 1. A&P of Pregnancy 2. Prenatal Care 3. Assessment of Fetal Well Being 4. Medical & Obstetric Complications of Pregnancy (Evaluation, Diagnosis, Treatment, Referral, Counseling/Education) 5. Postpartum Care & Complications
Define: gametogenesis
development of gametes: oogenesis or spermatogenesis
Define: oogenesis
development of mature human ovum - haploid # of chromosomes
Define: spermatogenesis
development of mature, functional spermatozoa - haploid # of chromosomes
Define: meiosis
two successive cell divisions that yield cells/egg/sperm that have 1/2 the number of chromosomes of somatic cells
Define: mitosis
somatic cell division in which the daughter cell contains the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell
Define: haploid
23 chromosomes, i.e. 1/2 the number of chromosomes in a typical somatic cell (46)
Define: fertilization
when the ovum and spermatazoa unite - occurs in fallopian tube usually within minutes or hours after ovulation. Typically occurs when intercourse occurs within 2 days of ovulation
What is a zygote?
a diploid cell with 46 chromosomes that results when ovum is fertilized by spermatozoan
What is a blastomere?
this is the product of mitotic cell division (cleavage) of the zygote wherein the daughter cells (blastomeres) have 46 chromosomes like the parent zygote.
What is a morula?
the solid ball of 16 or so blastomeres that enters the uterine cavity ~3 days after fertilization
What is a blastocyst?
this is when the morula has entered the uterus and fluid enters between blastomeres, converting the morula to a blastocyst. Inner cell mass @ one pole becomes embryo and the outer cell mass becomes the trophoblast.
Embryo
Between fertilized ovum and fetus, exists from weeks 2-8
Fetus
the developing conceptus after embryonic stage (i.e. after 8 weeks)
Conceptus
all tissue products of conception: fetus/embryo, fetal membranes, placenta
How does the blastocyst implant?
It adheres to the endometrial lining by eroding epithelial cells; trophoblasts burrow into endometrium; the blastocyst eventually becomes encased by the endometrium
When/where (typically) does implantation occur?
6-7 days after fertilization
upper, posterior wall of uterus
Implantation of the blastocyst provides…
maternal/embryonic physiological exchange until the placenta develops
What is the chorion?
the outer membrane that early on is the outer wall of the blastocyst. it eventually gives rise to the chorionic villi
What is the chorion frondosum?
outer chorion surface that has villi that contact the decidua basalis (the placental part of the chorion)
What is the chorion laeve?
the smooth, nonvillous portion of the chorion
What is the syncytiotrophoblast?
the outer layer of cells that cover the chorionic villi of the placenta and are in contact with the maternal blood or decidua
What is the cytotrophoblast?
the thin inner layer of the trophoblast composed of cuboidal cells
What is the decidua capsularias?
the part of the decidua that surrounds the chorionic sac.
What is the decidua basalis?
the part of the decidua that unites with the chorion to form the placenta
What is the decidua parientalis (vera)?
the endometrium during pregnancy, except the site of the implanted blastocyst
What is the amnion?
the innermost fetal membrane that holds the fetus in amniotic fluid; by end of 3rd month it fuses with the chorion forming the amniochorionic sac (bag of waters)
What function does the placenta serve? (3)
fetal lungs, liver, kidneys until birth
6 anatomical components of the placenta
trophoblasts, chorionic villi, intervillous spaces, chorion, amnion, decidual plate
5 steroid hormones produced by trophoblasts
estradiol, estriol, progesterone, aldosterone, cortisol
How is blood flow to the placenta regulated?
maternal blood transverses the placenta randomly by entering the intervillous spaces, propelled by maternal arterial pressure
How are oxygen and glucose transported across the placenta?
facilitated diffusion
What are the anatomical components of the umbilical cord?
2 arteries carry fetal deoxygenated blood to the placenta
1 vein carries oxygenated blood from the placenta to the fetus
Wharton’s jelly for protection
Typical umbilical cord measurements
0.8 - 2 cm in diameter
length ranges from 30 - 100 cm, average is 55 cm
What is an extremely short cord associated with?
abruptio placenta and uterine inversion (rare)
What is an abnormally long cord associated with?
vascular occlusion by clots and true knots
What produces amniotic fluid before the 2nd trimester?
the amniotic epithelium
What produces and regulates amniotic fluid starting in the 2nd trimester?
fetus: swallowing, urinating, inspiring
Define: polyhydramnios
AFI >/= 24 cm or maximum vertical pocket >/= 8 cm
excess of amniotic fluid
Incidence: polyhydramnios
1%
Etiology: polyhydramnios (7)
50-60% idiopathic fetal anomaly fetal infection twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome maternal diabetes isoimmunization multiple gestation
Risks: polyhydramnios (5)
fetal macrosomia preterm labor PPH cord prolapse erythroblastosis
Management: polyhydramnios
monitor w/ NST & BPP starting at 34 weeks
When is amniocentesis indicated for poly?
if AFI is >35 cm
Possible med tx for poly
indomethacin (thought to slow fluid production in utero…lungs/urine)
Define: oligohydramnios
AFI = 5 cm or max vert pocket < 2 cm
low amniotic fluid
Fetal conditions associated with oligo (6)
chromosomal abnormalities congenital abnormalities growth restriction demise post dates ruptured membranes or PROM
Placental conditions associated with oligo (2)
abruption
twin-twin transfusion syndrome
Maternal conditions associated with oligo (5)
Uteroplacental insufficiency hypertensive disorders diabetes drugs (ACE, prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors) idiopathic
What could you do to treat oligo that results in repeated variable decels?
Amnioinfusion
When does organogenesis in the embryonic development phase begin?
3rd week after fertilization
How early can a serum and urine assay detect hCG?
as early as 1 week after conception
How long does organogenesis last in the embryonic development phase?
8 weeks after fertilization
What happens 4 weeks after fertilization?
heart partitioning
arm/leg buds
amnion unsheathes body stalk that becomes the umbilical cord
What happens 6 weeks after fertilization?
head larger than body
heart completely formed
finger/toes present
What happens by 8 weeks after fertilization?
All major organ systems are formed, aside from the lungs
When does fetal development begin?
8 weeks after fertilization (10 after LMP)
What happens @ 12 weeks?
uterus palpable at pubic symphysis
fetus starts making spontaneous movements
What happens at 16 weeks?
sex determinable on US by experienced observers
What happens at 20 weeks?
fetus weighs 300 g
weight now begins to increase linearly
What happens at 24 weeks?
fetus weighs 630 g
fat deposition begins
terminal sacs in the lungs are still not completely formed
What happens at 28 weeks?
fetus weighs 1000 g
papillary membrane has disappeared from the eyes
90% chance of survival with no abnormalities
What happens at 32 - 36 weeks?
fetus continues to increase in weight as more subQ fat accumulates
Mass and volume of normal nonpregnant uterus
70 g
10mL
@ 6 weeks, the uterus is…
soft, globular, asymmetric (Piskacek’s sign)
@ 12 weeks, the uterus is..
8 - 10 cm
rising out of pelvis
@ 14 weeks, the uterus is…
1/4 the way to the umbilicus
@ 16 weeks, the uterus is…
1/2 the way to the umbilicus
@ 20 weeks, the uterus is…
at the umbilicus
After 20 weeks, the number of cm from the pubic symphysis to the fundus is…
of weeks gestation, within 2 cm
Term pregnancy uterus mass and volume
1100 g
5 L
2 anatomical changes to the cervix during pregnancy
increased vascularity
thick mucus plug forms
What is Hegar’s sign?
softening of the isthmus of the cervix
What is Chadwick’s sign?
bluish color of the cervix and vagina
What is Goodell’s sign?
softening of the cervix
Biggest anatomic change for ovaries?
anovulation
maybe produce relaxin
How long does the corpus luteum persist? What keeps it going?
until 12 weeks
maintained by hCG
What role does the corpus luteum play?
secretes progesterone and maintains endometrium and pregnancy until placenta takes over
4 anatomical changes to vagina in pregnancy
Chadwick’s sign
thickened mucosa
increased secretions
connective tissue loosening in preparation for birth
5 anatomical changes to breasts during pregnancy
increased size (mammary hyperplasia)
increased size and deepening pigmentation of areola
colostrum may be expressed after the first several months of pregnancy
Montgomery’s follicles
increase in vascularity
4 pelvic types
anthrpoid
android (male)
gynecoid (female)
platypelloid (rare)
Pregnancy changes to mouth and pharynx (3)
gingivitis and bleeding of gums
increased salivation
epulis (gum swelling)
Pregnancy changes to esophagus (2) and biggest thing it causes
decreased lower esophageal sphincter and tone
widening of hiatus w/ decrease in tone
heartburn!
Pregnancy changes to stomach (3)
decreased gastric emptying time
incompetence of pyloric sphincter
decreased gastric acidity and histamine output
Pregnancy changes to intestines (3)
decreased tone/motility
altered enzymatic transport across villi = increased absorption of vitamins
displacement of intestines, cecum and appendix by growing uterus
Pregnancy changes to gallbladder (1)
decreased tone/motility
Pregnancy changes to liver (1)
altered production of liver enzymes, plasma proteins, and serum lipids
Why are pregnant people more susceptible to UTI?
because of the dilation of renal calyces, pelvis and ureters
What happens to the bladder during pregnancy?
tone is decreased
What happens to renal blood flow during pregnancy?
increases 35 - 60%
What happens to the renal threshold for glucose, water-soluable vitamins, calcium, and hydrogen ions during pregnancy?
decreases
What happens to GFR during pregnancy?
increases 40 - 50%
What happens to the RAAS during pregnancy? What does this result in?
All components increase, causing retained sodium and water, resistance to pressor effect, and maintenance of normal BP
What role do relaxin and progesterone play on the MSK system during pregnancy?
they affect cartilage and connective tissue resulting in
- the loosening of sacroiliac joint and symphysis pubis
- the ‘characteristic gait’ of pregnancy
How else does pregnancy affect the MSK system?
lordosis
What happens to the diaphragm during pregnancy?
Rises 4 cm because of uterine size increase
What happens to thoracic circumference during pregnancy and residual volume during pregnancy?
circumference increases by 5-6 cm and volume decreases
What occurs because of decreased PCO2 during pregnancy?
mild respiratory alkalosis
Nasal changes during pregnancy?
congestion!
RR, TV, minute ventilatory and minute oxygen uptake changes during pregnancy?
RR remains the same, but all others increase
What do some pregnant people experience as a result of increased TV and lower PCO2?
dyspnea
How does blood volume change in pregnancy?
increases 30 - 50%
how does plasma volume change in pregnancy? what does this cause?
plasma volume expands leading to physiologic anemia
Average Hgb of pregnancy?
12.5
T/F some women require iron supplements during pregnancy
True
why is pregnancy considered a hypercoagulable state?
Fibrinogen (factor 1) and factors 7-10 increase
How is cardiac volume affected in pregnancy?
increases by 10%, peaks at 20 weeks
How does resting HR change during pregnancy?
increases by 10-15bpm and peaks at 28 weeks
Where is the slight cardiac shift?
up and to the left because of growing uterus
What percent of pregnant women develop this heart sound?
90%
systolic heart murmur
What other heart sounds are possible during pregnancy? (3)
exaggerated S1 split, audible S3, soft transient diastolic murmur
How does cardiac output change during pregnancy?
increased!
How does BP change during pregnancy? Why?
diastolic BP lower in first 2 trimesters
peripheral tone is relaxed by progesterone
new vascular beds are developed
both of these decrease resistance
Tell me 8 integumentary vascular changes that occur during pregnancy.
palmar erythema, spider angiomas, varicose veins/hemorrhoids, hyperpigmentation, chloasma/ freckles/nevi/recent scars darken, linea nigra, increased sweat/sebaceous activity, striae gravidarum
How does pregnancy affect hair growth?
estrogen can increase the length of growth phase of fair follicles
can also see some mild hirsutism early on
What are two pituitary endocrine changes during pregnancy?
prolactin 10x as high at term
pituitary gland doubles in size
Which thyroid hormone(s) cross(es) the placenta?
Thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins and TRH
Which thyroid hormone does not cross the placenta?
TSH
What happens to thyroxin-binding globulin (TBG) during pregnancy?
increases because of estrogen
What happens to the size of the thyroid gland?
increases ~13%
What happens to the adrenal glands in pregnancy?
twofold increase in serum cortisol
size stays the same but the zona fasiculata increases
What 2 pancreatic changes do we see in pregnancy?
hypertrophy and hyperplasia of B cells
insulin resistance as a result of placental hormones
weight gain for BMI < 18.5 during pregnancy
28 - 40 pounds
weight gain for BMI 18.5 - 24.9 during pregnancy
25 - 35 pounds
weight gain for BMI 25 - 29.9 during pregnancy
15 - 25 pounds
weight gain for BMI > 30 during pregnancy
11 - 20 pounds
How is protein metabolism altered in pregnancy?
increases
How do fat deposit and storage change during pregnancy?
increased to prepare for breast feeding
How does carb metabolism change during pregnancy?
blood glucose levels are 10 - 20% lower
First trimester maternal psych alterations (1 -13 weeks)
focus is on physical changes and feelings
ambivalence
adjustment
Second trimester maternal psych alterations (14 - 26 weeks)
focus on fetus as a person
acceptance
period of radiant health
Third trimester maternal psych alterations (first part 27 - 36 weeks)
focus on baby’s needs
introversion
period of watchful waiting
9 subjective presumptive signs of pregnancy
amenorrhea, n/v, urinary frequency/nocturia, fatigue, breast tenderness/tingling/enlargement/color changes, vasomotor symptoms, skin changes, congestion of vaginal mucus, maternal belief of pregnancy
5 objective presumptive signs of pregnancy
continued elevated basal body temp, Chadwick’s sign, Montgomery’s tubercles or follicles, expression of colostrum, breast changes
10 probable signs of pregnancy
enlargement of abdomen, enlargement of uterus, palpation of the fettal outline, ballottment, changtes in uterine shape, Piskacek’s sign, Hegar’s sign, Goodell’s sign, palpation of Braxton Hicks contractions, + pregnancy test
3 positive signs of pregnancy
FHTs (fetoscope 18-20 weeks or doppler as early as 10 weeks), sonogram, palpation of fetal movement
4 differential diagnoses
pregnancy, leiomyoma, ovarian cyst, pseudocyesis
What is Naegele’s rule?
take the first day of the LMP, subtract 3 months, add 7 days and then add 1 year
When does quickening occur? what is it?
maternal perception of fetal movement
usually occurs 18 - 20 weeks for primaparas
14 -18 weeks for multigravidas
5 types of measurements that are helpful in determining GA
crown rump lenght, biparietal diameter, head circumference, abdominal circumference, femur length
how accurate is CRL in first trimester?
within 3 - 5 days
how accurate is BPD and FL in second trimester?
within 7 - 10 days
how accurate is BPD and FL in third trimester?
all measurements less accurate after 26 weeks
within 14 - 21 days
define: fertility rate
live births/1000 females ages 15 - 44 years
define: birth rate
births/total population in the given year(s)
define: live birth
the birth of an infant showing any signs of life (spontaneous breathing, beating heart, pulsation of the cord, movement of voluntary muscles) no matter gestational age
define: neonatal period
28 completed days after birth
define: perinatal period
from the end of 22 weeks to 7 days after birth
OR
births weighing 500 g or more and ending 28 completed days after birth
define: fetal death
spontaneous intrauterine death of a fetus at any time during the pregnancy
define stillbirth:
fetal death at 20 weeks or more
define: stillbirth rate
ratio of fetal deaths divided by the sum of births (including live births and fetal deaths in any given year)
define neonatal death
early neonatal death is death during first 7 days after birth
late neonatal death is during first 7 to 28 days after birth
define: neonatal mortality rate
the number of neonates dying before reaching 28 days of age per 1000 live births in a given year
define: perinatal mortality
number of stillbirths and deaths in the first week of life
define perinatal mortality rate
number of stillbirths and perinatal deaths (first week of life) per 1000 total births
define: infant mortality
death of an infant in the first 12 months
define infant mortality rate
number of infant deaths in the first 12 months per 1000 live births
define: maternal morbidity
illness or disease associated with childbearing
define: maternal mortality ratio
number of maternal deaths that result from the reproductive process per 100,000 live births
define:abortus
fetus or embryo removed or expelled from the uterus during the first half of gestation (20 weeks or less) weighing less than 500 g
define: late preterm infant
34 0/7 - 36 6/7
define early term infant
37 0/7 - 38 6/7
define term infant
infant born after 37 completed weeks gestation up until 42 completed weeks gestation
define: post-term infant
infant born anytime after completion of 42nd week gestation
define: direct maternal death
death of the mother resulting from obstetric complications of pregnancy, labor, or the puerperium and from interventions, omissions, incorrect treatment, or a chain of events resulting from any of these factors
define: gravida
of times a patient has been pregnant regardless of outcome
define: para
number of pregnancies carried to 20th week or beyond OR delivery of an infant weighing more than 500 g
define: nulligravida
never pregnant
define nullipara
never carried pregnancy to 20 weeks or 500 g
define primigravida
patient who is pregnant for the first time
define primipara
patient who has carried a pregnancy past the 20th week or who is currently pregnant for the firwstw time and is carrying past the 20th week
define multigravida
patient who has been pregnant 2 or more times
define multipara
patient who has carried 2 or more pregnancies past the 20th week of gestation or who has delivered an infant weighing more than 500 g more than once
define grand multipara
patient who has given birth 7 times or more
define TPAL
term >/= 37 weeks or 2500 g
premature 20 - 36 6/7; 500 - 2499 g
abortions < 20 weeks and 500 g
living children
how do we measure fundal height
in cm from pubic symphysis to fundus
what are Leopold’s maneuvers and what do they tell us?
4 abdominal palpation maneuvers that tell us the lie, presentation, position, attitude, variety (?) and estimated fetal weight
Components of lab testing at initial prenatal visit (18)
1 blood type 2 Rh factor 3 antibody screen 4 CBC 5 RPR or VDRL 6 rubella titer 7 hep B surface antigen (HBsAg) 8 urine culture/screen 9 HIV (option to decline) 10 GC 11 CT 12 wet mount 13 TSH 14 Hgb A1C 15 Pap 16 PPD skin test 17 Hgb electrophoresis 18 genetic screening
what are the two main types of prenatal genetic tests?
screening and diagnostic
screening tests tell us…
risk for certain genetic disorders
diagnostic tests tell us…
confirmatory information using cells from the fetus or placenta
what are the two types of prenatal screening tests?
carrier screening (mom or dad gets serologic or tissue testing to see if they are carriers) prenatal genetic screening (serologic testing combined with USG performed during pregnancy to screen for aneuploidy, spine and brain defects
when is first-trimester screening performed?
between 10 and 13 weeks
what is involved with 1st trimester screening?
serologic testing for PAPP-A (pregnancy-associated plasma protein) and hCG, US to measure nuchal translucency. mother’s age
used to calculate risk for trisomies 18 and 21
when is second trimester screening performed?
between 15 and 22 weeks
what is involved with 2nd trimester screening?
quad screening
serologic blood test to detect NTDs and trisomies 18 and 21
serologic testing looking at MSFAP, estriol, inhibin Am and hCG
can also do US 18 - 20 weeks to ID anatomic fetal defects
what is cell-free DNA testing?
can be performed as early as 10 weeks
serologic testing of mother’s blood for aneuploidu (trisomies 13, 18, 21)
what would follow a positive result from cell-free DNA testing?
possibly CVS or amniocentesis to diagnose
when should we screen for gestation DM?
24 - 28 weeks
if a patient is Rh-, what follows?
repeat antibody screen at 26 - 28 weeks
can repeat which labs in third trimester if indicated by history, exam findings, risk factors?
CBC/crit, RPR/VDRL, CT/GC, HIV, hep B
when do we screen for group B strep?
35 - 37 weeks
how frequently should prenatal visits occur?
Q4weeks up to 28 or 32 weeks
then until 36 weeks, Q2weeks
from 36 weeks to 41 weeks, weekly visit
genetic risk factors for pregnancy (4)
age >/=35
previous chromosomal abnormality
fam hx of birth defects or mental retardation
ethic/racial origins (african SS, Med/east asian B thalassemia, Jewish tay sachs)
other risks factors for pregnancy (4)
multiple pregnancy losses/previous stillbirth
psych/mental health disorders
history of IUGR
preterm birth(s)
11 risks factors for current pregnancy
abnormal multiple marker screening exposure to possible teratogens IUGR oligo/poly diabetes HTN multiple gestation PROM postdates decreased fetal movement Rh isoimmunization
4 types of possible teratogen exposure during preganncy
radiation
alcohol/meds/substances
occupational exposures
infections
7 risk increasing infections during pregnancy
toxo, rubella, CMV, herpes, HIV, syph, Zika
CDP (common discomforts of pregnancy): incidence of N/V
50% of pregnant women are affected, 25% affected by nausea only, 25% unaffected; 1st trimester
when should patients start taking a prenatal vitamin before trying to conceive?
3 months prior - can help reduce need for tx for N/V
what are some nutrition adjustments to manage N/V during pregnancy?
eat small, frequent meals Q1-2 hours
avoid spicy/fatty foods
eat protein
bland/dry foods before getting out of bed
other adjustments (non-food) for N/V?
avoid triggers (odors) stop prenatal and iron, but continue folic acid until resolution acupuncture/pressure (?)
3 comfort measures for breast tenderness during pregnancy
supportive bra
careful intercourse
reassurance that it will pass
possible differentials to consider when a pregnant patient presents with backache (5)
strain, sciatica, sacroiliac joint problem, preterm labor, UTI
interventions for backache related to pregnancy (9)
massage, ice/heat, hydrotherapy, pelvic rock, counseling on good body mechanics, pillow in lumbar area when sitting or between legs when laying on side, pregnancy support/girdle, supportive bra, supportive low-heeled shoes
what could you suggest for sacroiliac joint problems in a pregnant patient with backache?
appropriate exercises, nonelastic sacroiliac belt, trochanteric belt worn below abdomen at femoral heads to increase stability
interventions for fatigue related to pregnancy (6)
reassurance that it will pass (normal in 1st trimester)
mild exercise
good nutrition
planned rest periods
decrease activities
less fluid before bed to decrease nocturia
non-pharm/supplement interventions for heartburn during pregnancy? (3)
small, frequent meals
less fluid with meals - drink fluids in between meals
elevate head of bed 10 - 30 degrees
pharm/supplement interventions for heartburn during pregnancy (4)
papaya, slippery elm bark throat lozenges, antacids, PPIs and H2 blockers (preg cat B)
interventions for constipation during pregnancy (4)
increased fluids and fiber, prune juice or warm beverage in the morning, encourage exercise, stool softeners
interventions for hemorrhoids during pregnancy (7)
avoid constipation/BM straining, elevate hips with pillow or knee-chest position, sitz baths, witch hazel or epsom salt compress, reinsert hemorrhoid with lubed finger, Kegels, topical anesthetics (Preg cat C if combined with steroid)
interventions for varicosities related to pregnancy (4)
support stockings to be worn before getting out of bed
avoid restrictive clothing
perineal pad if vaginal varicosities
rest periods with elevated legs, avoid crossing legs
interventions for leg cramps related to pregnancy (7)
decrease phosphate (no more than 2 glasses of milk/day)
massage
no pointing toes - flex ankle to stretch calf
keep legs warm
walk, exercise
Ca tablets
Mg tablets
interventions for presyncopal episodes during pregnancy (3)
change positions slowly, push fluids and encourage regular caloric/glucose intake, avoid lying flat on back and avoid prolonged standing/sitting
important to do what when a pregnant patient presents with headache?
rule out migraine or other pathologic causes of headache
interventions for headaches in pregnancy (10)
massage, acupressure, hot/cold compress, rest, good sleep hygiene, warm baths, meditation/biofeedback, aromatherapy, smaller/more frequent meals, mild analgesic
important to do what when a pregnant patient presents with leukorrhea?
r/o vaginitis, STI
interventions for leukorrhea during pregnancy? (4)
good perineal hygiene, cotton undies and change frequently, unscented pantyliners, avoid douching and sprays
important to do what when a pregnant patient presents with urinary frequency?
r/o UTI
interventions for urinary frequency?
decrease fluids in evening to avoid nocturia
avoid caffeine
interventions for insomnia?
warm bath
hot drink - warm milk, chamomile tea
quiet/relaxing activities
avoid daytime naps
important to do what when a pregnant patient presents with round ligament pain?
r/o other abdominal pain causes like appendicitis, ovarian cyst, placental separation, inguinal hernia
interventions for round ligament pain (6)
warm/ice compress, hydrotherapy, avoid sudden or twisting movement, flex knees to abdomen/pelvic tilt, support uterus with pillow when lying down, maternity abdominal support/girdle
interventions for skin rash
ice, oatmeal bath, diphenhydramine 25 mg Q4 hrs PRN, derm referral PRN
interventions for carpal tunnel syndrome
good posture, lying down, rest/elevate affected hand(s), ice/wrist splints, mild analgesic
what is the recommended daily caloric intake during pregnancy?
2500
what is the recommended daily protein intake during pregnancy?
60 g
underweight BMI recommended weight gain during pregnancy?
28-40#
normal BMI recommended weight gain during pregnancy?
25-35#
overweight BMI recommended weight gain during pregnancy?
15-25#
obese BMI recommended weight gain during pregnancy?
11-20#
risk factors associated with low gestational weight gain (5)
low fam income, black race, young age, unmarried, low education
low gestational weight gain is associated with…
growth-restricted infants
fetal and infant mortality
high gestational weight gain is associated with…
large infant weight which can cause: fetopelvic disproportion operative delivery birth trauma asphyxia PPH mortality
what replaced the FDA risk factor category labelling on medications?
the PLLR which gives a more comprehensive narrative/description (pregnancy and lactation labeling final rule)
what were the previous FDA risk factor categories for meds during pregnancy?
A - safe (folic acid, levothyroxine) B - probably safe, Zofran, amoxacillin C - not great, sertraline, fluconazole D - risky, phenytoin, lithium X - contraindicated!!!! methotrexate, warfarin
are live vaccines considered safe during pregnancy?
nope
when can you give a live vaccine in relation to pregnancy?
4 weeks prior or during the PP period
which two specific vaccines are contraindicated during pregnancy?
Varicella and Rubella
Which vaccine is recommended every pregnancy?
Tdap
Which vaccine is recommended for high-risk patients who are antigen and antibody negative?
Hep B