PPROM Flashcards
1
Q
What are the RF for PPROm (3)
A
SMoking
previous pre term
uti
2
Q
What do we need to rule out in terms of infection when it comes to PPROM
A
Chorioamnionitis => needs IOL
3
Q
What do we give as prophyllactic for pprom in regards to infection (2)
A
Erythromycin + betametasone
4
Q
What do we give to delay labour (2)?
A
Tocolytics => Nifedipine
mg sulphate
5
Q
As well as chorioamnionitis, what are 3 other complications of a pPROM
A
Umbilical cord compression => Foetal asphyxia / CP
Placenta abruption
Pre-term baby
