Pregnancy, Labour, And Delivery Flashcards

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4 labour stage process

A

Stage 1 [ preparation]
Stage 2 [ delivery of the baby ]
Stage 3 [ delivery if the placenta]
Stage 4 [ stabilization ]

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How to help mother cope with the discomfort and labour pain

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Let her know your are there to help

Explain what to expect as a labour process

Suggest specific physical activities that she can do to relax ( regulating her breathing )

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APGAR

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is a numerical system used to
assess the condition of a neonate

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Postpartum bleeding

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Postpartum bleeding frequently occurs
within the first few hours after delivery, but it can
be delayed for up to 24 hours after delivery.

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Prolapse cord

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A prolapsed cord occurs when a loop of the
umbilical cord protrudes from the vagina while the baby is still in the birth canal

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Breech birth

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Most babies are born headfirst. However, on rare
occasions, the baby is delivered feet- or buttocks-
first. This is commonly referred to as breech birth

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What to do during a breech birth

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position your index and middle fingers to allow air to enter the baby’s mouth and nose.

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Limb presentation

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Limb presentation prevents the possibility of a
normal birth and could be fatal.

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