Pain Relief in Labour Flashcards
1
Q
What simple analgesia can be used?
A
Paracetamol
Codeine
2
Q
What is gas and air also known as?
A
Entonox
3
Q
What is gas and air?
A
50% nitric oxide + 50% oxygen
4
Q
When is gas and air used?
A
Short term during contractions
5
Q
How are pethidine/diamorphine given in labour?
A
IM
6
Q
What side effects can pethidine/diamorphine have?
A
Maternal - drowsiness
Fetal - resp depression
7
Q
What is an epidural?
A
Needle inserted into epidural space (between 2 layers of dura)
Local anaesthetic + fentanyl injected into space
8
Q
What are the risks of an epidural?
A
Headache Hypotension Motor weakness Prolonged 2nd stage Instrumental delivery
