High Risk Prenatal Care

This set of flashcards covers key terms and definitions related to high-risk prenatal care, focusing on gestational conditions, hypertension, and diabetes, among others.

Gestational Hypertension

A type of hypertension that develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy without proteinuria.

Preeclampsia

A pregnancy-specific syndrome marked by high blood pressure and signs of damage to organ systems, typically occurring after 20 weeks of gestation.

HELLP Syndrome

A severe form of preeclampsia characterized by Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelets.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum

A condition of excessive vomiting during pregnancy resulting in dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

Abruptio Placenta

Premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall after 20 weeks of gestation.

Ectopic Pregnancy

A pregnancy where the fertilized ovum implants outside the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tube.

Preterm Labor

Labor that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation, often characterized by contractions and cervical changes.

Tocolytics

Medications used to suppress premature labor by relaxing the uterus.

Chronic Hypertension

Hypertension that is present before pregnancy or diagnosed before 20 weeks of gestation.

Diabetes Mellitus

A common endocrine disorder in pregnancy that can be pregestational or gestational, characterized by impaired insulin action and hyperglycemia.