Postterm Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Late term and postterm pregnancies are associated with:
A
Macrosomia
Oligohydramnios
Uteroplacental insufficiency
Meconium aspiration
Dysmaturity
2
Q
Why is there more meconium in amniotic fluid in postterm pregnancy (42 weeks)?
A
Greater time in utero allows activation of more mature vagal system
Fetal hypoxia
3
Q
What is the primary reason to induce labor at 41 weeks?
A
Reduce risk of stillbirth, among the others
4
Q
What are the manifestations of fetal dysmaturity?
A
Meconium (green/yellow) stained skin and nails
Long nails
Dry peeling skin
Long thin body
Small placenta
