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Unit 3
Whos at risk for having complications with an ectopic pregnancy
people who can rupture
what does a marginal placenta previa test show
if the placenta is lying near the cervix
if a pregnant women is spotting bright red vaginal bleeding, is it normal?
no
what would you anticipate to be ordered if a pregnant women is spotting?
an ultrasound, bedrest, and npo
what would be an early indication that a mom is anemic in the third trimester?
fatigue, pallor, and low hemoglobin level
is an anemic mom a concern?
yes because its a compromise to the baby considering she doesnt have enough rbcs to carry oxygen throughout her entire body
what would be a reason to call the provider with a molar pregnancy
an increase in pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, and fever
is alcohol recommended for pregnancy?
no, there is no safe time to consume alcohol
whos at a higher risk for complications during pregnancy
advanced maternal age (35+) smokers, drug users, high bmi, and uncontrolled hypotension
whos at risk for developing high blood pressure during pregnancy
women age 35 or older (advanced maternal age)
why is there an increased risk of blood clots during pregnancy
because the increase in blood plasma volume is thicker during pregnancy
what may a mom have whos experiencing placenta previa?
painless vaginal bleeding
what is dysuria
painful/ uncomfortable urination (ex: uti)
what is an alpha fetoprotein test
its a screening for fetal anomalies
does an alpha fetoprotein test diagnose?
no, its a screening
what are the risks of hypothyroidism during pregnancy?
preeclampsia and postpartum hemorrhage
how often should a mom with hyperthyroidism get blood work done?
every four to six weeks
whats the number one priority as a nurse who has a mom with a placental abruption and is bleeding
to assess vital signs
who is more at risk for developing eclampsia
somebody with an unexpected placental abruption
what does a mom with preeclampsia present with?
high bp, blurred/ double vision, headaches, and gi pain
why administer magnesium sulfate to a mom who has HELLP syndrome
to reduce cerebral vasospasm
what type of urine test may be ordered for a mom presenting with preeclamptic symptoms
a twenty four hour urine collection
whos at risk for an ectopic pregnancy
women with a history of pelvic inflammatory diseases or stis
if a nurse suspects that mom has placenta previa what should she avoid on doing
a vaginal exam
what test is ordered to confirm placenta previa
an ultrasound
whos at risk for having a molar pregnancy
people with a history of infertility
whats the most common cause of spontaneous abortion?
chromosomal abnormalities
whos more at risk for developing type two diabetes
moms with a bmi greater than twenty five
what is polyhydramnios
too much amniotic fluid
what are people with polyhydramnios at risk for
placental abruption
what is hyperemesis gravidarum
morning sickness that lasts all day
what might occur with hyperemesis gravidarum
an increase in their hcg levels
