Obstetrics Complications

A set of 35 vocabulary flashcards based on obstetrics complications to assist in exam preparation.

Substance Abuse

Includes tobacco use and medications that can adversely affect fetal health.

Tobacco Use Effects

Decreased fetal growth, increased spontaneous abortions, increased SID's deaths, and increased premature labor.

Vaping

No data available on effects during pregnancy as of yet.

Medication Use in Pregnancy

Category C medications are not recommended as they can affect fetal health.

Premature Labour

Labor that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.

Causes of Premature Labour

Includes abnormal placenta, smoking, trauma, and maternal factors like cardiac issues.

Signs of Spontaneous Abortion

Cramping, abdominal pain, backache, and vaginal bleeding.

Elective Abortion

Termination of pregnancy before 20 weeks gestation, sometimes up to 28 weeks.

Stages of Abortion

Includes threatened, inevitable, incomplete, and missed abortion.

Placenta Previa

Abnormal implantation of the placenta causing painless vaginal bleeding in the third trimester.

Abruptio Placenta

Premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall after the 20th week.

Signs of Abruptio Placenta

Sudden severe abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and uterine tenderness.

Uterine Rupture

Tearing of the uterine wall during labor or after gynecological surgeries.

Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy

Blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher before 20 weeks.

Gestational Hypertension

Increased blood pressure diagnosed after 20 weeks without systemic involvement.

Pre Eclampsia

A condition characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system.

Triad of Pre Eclampsia

Gradual hypertension, proteinuria, and peripheral edema.

HELLP Syndrome

A severe complication of pre-eclampsia that involves hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count.

Gestational Diabetes

Diabetes that develops during pregnancy due to hormonal influences.

Pulmonary Embolism

A leading cause of maternal death, may occur during childbirth or postpartum.

Trauma Management in Pregnancy

Managing trauma is critical as it is the highest cause of maternal death.

Vulnerability of the Pregnant Woman to Trauma

Increased risk factors like decreased bowel motility and bladder displacement.

Fetal Vulnerability to Trauma

The fetus is cushioned by the muscular wall of the uterus.

Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring

Best indication of fetal status after trauma, normal range is 120 to 160 beats/minute.

Treatment of the Pregnant Trauma Patient

Focus on what is good for the woman is generally good for the fetus.

Uterine Contour Change Symptoms

Severe sharp tearing abdominal pain and shock.

Signs of Pre Eclampsia Progression

Pulmonary edema, severe headaches, confusion, and visual disturbances.

Risk Factors for Pre Eclampsia

Previous hypertension, multiple gestations, obesity, and advanced maternal age.

Complications of Abruptio Placenta

Hypovolemic shock, renal failure, and fetal death.

Sepsis in Incomplete Abortion

May require medical intervention like D&C (dilation and curettage).

Emotional Support During Miscarriage

Providing reassurance and counseling during a distressing time.

Amniotic Fluid Excess

Can contribute to preterm labor and other complications.

HPL in Gestational Diabetes

Human placental lactogen influences maternal insulin resistance.

Delivery Method for Placenta Previa

Definitive management is generally delivery via C-section.

Diabetes Affecting Pregnancy

Hormonal alterations lead to fluctuating blood glucose levels.

Postpartum Complications

Signs such as abruptio, pulmonary embolism and maternal death warrant monitoring.

Monitoring Hypertension in Pregnancy

Regular checks to manage risks associated with gestational hypertension.