OB High-Risk Pregnancy & Newborn Care Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards for OB Final Exam Study Guide focusing on High-Risk Pregnancy & Newborn Care.

Magnesium Sulfate

CNS depressant; blocks neuromuscular transmission by decreasing acetylcholine.

Betamethasone

Corticosteroid that stimulates fetal lung surfactant production.

Insulin

Facilitates glucose uptake into cells.

Surfactant

Reduces surface tension in alveoli to keep them open.

GDM (Gestational Diabetes Mellitus)

Insulin resistance during pregnancy.

HELLP Syndrome

Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets.

Preeclampsia

Hypertension + proteinuria or organ dysfunction during pregnancy.

PPROM

Premature Prolonged Rupture Of Membranes

RDS (Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

Grunting, nasal flaring, retractions in a newborn.

Placenta Previa

Bleeding that is Painless; avoid vaginal exams.

Placenta Abruption

Painful, firm uterus, dark bleeding; fetal distress likely.