Topic 5: Danger Signs in Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
this refers to the low implantation of the placenta that causes vaginal bleeding
A
placenta previa
2
Q
this is refers to the abrupt separation of the placenta
A
abruption placenta
3
Q
t/f: vomiting is normal during pregnancy unless it is 2x ore more in a day
A
true
4
Q
due to changes in HCG that causes persistent vomiting and nausea or medically called as
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hyperemesis gravidarum
5
Q
t/f: chills and fever could be cause by an intra uterine infection and hydration
A
false: “dehydration”
6
Q
t/f: sudden escape of fluid from the vagina or PROM indicates pre term lahbor, risking the baby of ascending infection
A
true
7
Q
what could be the causes of abdominal and chest pain in pregnany
A
pulmonary embolism or ectopic pregnancy
8
Q
11 dangers signs of pregnany
A
vaginal bleeding nausea and vomiting chill and fever sudden rupture of membrane abdominal and chest pain edema rapid gain weight flashes of light or dots before eyes dimness or blurring of vision severe headache decrease urine output
