Prenatal Care Flashcards
What is the lungs of the fetus?
Placenta
What is the airway for the fetus?
Umbilical Cord
How many vessels are in the umbilical cord?
3, 2 Arteries, and 1 Vein
What are 4 important Physiological changes that occur during pregnancy?
Helps woman adapt to pregnancy
Maintain health during pregnancy
Prepares the body for L&D of fetus
Creates a safe environment for the fetus
What is the #1 cause of Preterm Labor?
Infection
What is Chadwick’s sign?
Bluish purple discoloration of the cervix
What is Goodell’s sign?
Softening of the cervix
What 3 things are needed during first prenatal visit?
History, Assessment, Labs
Why is Supine Hypotensive syndrome caused? How to relieve it?
When mother is supine and the weight of the fetus occludes the vena cava and descending aorta. Have the mother lay on her side
What is the definition of Preterm?
A birth occurring between 20 and 38 weeks
What is the definition of Term?
A birth occurring between 38 and 42 weeks
What is the definition of Post-term?
A birth occurring After 42 weeks
What does GTPAL stand for?
Gravida Term births Preterm births Abortions Living Children
How to figure Nagele’s Rule? What is EDD for a LMP of Oct 21st of 2013?
First day of LMP, subtract 3 months, add 7 days, adjust the year/ July 28 2014
What are some dangers signs of Pregnancy?
Vaginal Bleeding, ROM, Edema in fingers- Puffiness in face, Continuous pounding headache, Visual disturbances, Persistent Abdominal pain, Fever, Painful urination, Persistent vomiting, Changes in fetal movements,