Partogram Flashcards
1
Q
How often do you PV a patient in active phase labour?
A
2 hourly
2
Q
How often are observations done in latent and active phase?
A
Hourly and half hourly
3
Q
What are the two diagonal lines?
A
Alert line and action line
4
Q
How long are contractions monitored for?
A
10 minutes
5
Q
When is the partogram started?
A
Once labour is confirmed- contractions, cervical changes and/or rupture of membranes
6
Q
Why are partograms used?
A
To monitor normal progress of labour. To monitor for danger signs in mother and fetus.
7
Q
How often do you PV a patient in latent phase labour?
A
4 hourly
