Pregnancy and Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
Risks of obesity on pregnancy? - list a few
A
HTN
PET
Gestation DM
VTE
2
Q
What should be followed when treating someone who is obese and pregnant?
A
Guidelines
3
Q
Who leads Rx?
A
Consultant
4
Q
Medications needed pre-conception
A
Folic acid 5mg - 1 month before till end of 1st trimester
5
Q
What vitamin deficiency are obese women more prone to?
A
Vit D deficiency - prescribe Vit D 10mcg
6
Q
Diabetes is screened for - how is this done?
A
OGTT
7
Q
What should be done for the 7 days postpartum to prevent clots?
A
Thromboprophylaxis - LMWH - due to immobilisation
8
Q
Why should they be mobilised soon after delivery?
A
Prevents VTE
9
Q
What delivery option should be done for women with a BMI>30?
A
C-section
