preg termination Flashcards
1
Q
misoprostol
A
prostaglandin
stimulate uterine contractions
induces cervical softening
expulsion of products
2
Q
mifepristone
A
anti-progestin
lower progesterone levels in uterus
induces bleeding
uterine contrations
3
Q
methotrexate
A
- anti-metabolite
folic acid antagonist - interferes with trophoblast development
4
Q
Immediate Complications of abortion
A
uterine perforation
hemorrhage - lacerations, atony
cervical laceration
5
Q
short term complications
A
- pain -
- fever - not normal r/o endometriosis
- bleeding - sign of retained products/endome
