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Pregnancy (19)
Preeclampsia
A pregnant patient complaining of headache, blurred vision/visual changes, or epigastric pain should be assessed for preeclampsia. If preeclampsia is suspected or diagnosed, implement seizure precautions!
Preeclampsia
A pregnant patient complaining of headache, blurred vision/visual changes, or epigastric pain should be assessed for preeclampsia. If preeclampsia is suspected or diagnosed, implement seizure precautions!
Hydatidiform Mole
Hydatidiform mole is a type of Gestational Trophoblastic Disease. Key S&S include: "Prune juice" discharge; Hyperemesis (severe n/v); Elevated hCG levels
Hydatidiform Mole
Hydatidiform mole is a type of Gestational Trophoblastic Disease. Key S&S include: "Prune juice" discharge; Hyperemesis (severe n/v); Elevated hCG levels
Calculating Due Date
How to calculate a pregnant patient's due date: Add 9 months PLUS 1 week from the first day of their last menstrual period.
Calculating Due Date
How to calculate a pregnant patient's due date: Add 9 months PLUS 1 week from the first day of their last menstrual period.
Gestational Age
Between 18 and 32 weeks gestation, the fundal height = gestational age.
Gestational Age
Between 18 and 32 weeks gestation, the fundal height = gestational age.
Ultrasonography
Two types of ultrasonography used in pregnancy are transvaginal (ultrasound transducer placed in the patient's vagina) and abdominal (transducer placed on the outside of the abdomen).
Ultrasonography
Two types of ultrasonography used in pregnancy are transvaginal (ultrasound transducer placed in the patient's vagina) and abdominal (transducer placed on the outside of the abdomen).
Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a teratogenic parasitic infection acquired by consumption of raw or undercooked meat, or by handling cat feces.
Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a teratogenic parasitic infection acquired by consumption of raw or undercooked meat, or by handling cat feces.
Assessing Fetal Heart Tones
The fetal heart tones cannot be assessed using a doppler until around 12 weeks gestational age. Prior to this time, heart tones can only be identified using ultrasound.
Assessing Fetal Heart Tones
The fetal heart tones cannot be assessed using a doppler until around 12 weeks gestational age. Prior to this time, heart tones can only be identified using ultrasound.
Probable Signs of Pregnancy
Probable signs of pregnancy include Chadwick's Sign, Goodell's Sign, Hegar's Sign, ballottement, and a positive pregnancy test. These findings are probably related to pregnancy, but could have other explanations.
Probable Signs of Pregnancy
Probable signs of pregnancy include Chadwick's Sign, Goodell's Sign, Hegar's Sign, ballottement, and a positive pregnancy test. These findings are probably related to pregnancy, but could have other explanations.
Naegele's Rule
A patient's estimated date of delivery can be determined using Naegele's Rule. After determining the first day of the patient's last period, subtract 3 months, then add 1 week and...
Naegele's Rule
A patient's estimated date of delivery can be determined using Naegele's Rule. After determining the first day of the patient's last period, subtract 3 months, then add 1 week and...
Supine Hypotensive Syndrome
Supine hypotensive syndrome is caused by a pregnant patient's heavy uterus compressing the inferior vena cava when lying supine. Educate patients to rest either in a side-lying position, or with...
Supine Hypotensive Syndrome
Supine hypotensive syndrome is caused by a pregnant patient's heavy uterus compressing the inferior vena cava when lying supine. Educate patients to rest either in a side-lying position, or with...
Positive Signs of Pregnancy
Positive signs of pregnancy include identification of fetal heart sounds, fetal movement felt by a healthcare provider, and ultrasound visualization of the fetus. There is no other explanation for these...
Positive Signs of Pregnancy
Positive signs of pregnancy include identification of fetal heart sounds, fetal movement felt by a healthcare provider, and ultrasound visualization of the fetus. There is no other explanation for these...
Maternal Serum Alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP)
Maternal Serum Alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) is a test for genetic abnormalities performed between 15 and 20 weeks gestation.
Maternal Serum Alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP)
Maternal Serum Alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) is a test for genetic abnormalities performed between 15 and 20 weeks gestation.
Lab Tests for First Trimester
First trimester lab testing should include: CBC, urinalysis, STI testing, pap test, blood typing (including Rh factor), rubella titer, Hepatitis B, and HIV. High risk patients may also require quantitative...
Lab Tests for First Trimester
First trimester lab testing should include: CBC, urinalysis, STI testing, pap test, blood typing (including Rh factor), rubella titer, Hepatitis B, and HIV. High risk patients may also require quantitative...
Warning Signs in Pregnancy
Educate patients about warning signs in pregnancy for which they should notify their provider: diarrhea, fever, chills, severe abdominal cramping or pain, severe vomiting, vaginal bleeding, and decreased fetal activity...
Warning Signs in Pregnancy
Educate patients about warning signs in pregnancy for which they should notify their provider: diarrhea, fever, chills, severe abdominal cramping or pain, severe vomiting, vaginal bleeding, and decreased fetal activity...
Ectopic Pregnancy
Any pregnant patient complaining of unilateral stabbing pain in the lower abdomen/pelvis should be evaluated for ectopic pregnancy.
Ectopic Pregnancy
Any pregnant patient complaining of unilateral stabbing pain in the lower abdomen/pelvis should be evaluated for ectopic pregnancy.
Pregnancy Weight Gain
Expected weight gain during pregnancy differs depending on the mother's pre-pregnancy weight.
Pregnancy Weight Gain
Expected weight gain during pregnancy differs depending on the mother's pre-pregnancy weight.
Nonstress Test (NST)
A nonstress test (NST) is a non-invasive test done to examine the fetal heart rate and response to fetal movement.
Nonstress Test (NST)
A nonstress test (NST) is a non-invasive test done to examine the fetal heart rate and response to fetal movement.
Rh-Negative Patients
An Indirect Coombs test is used to determine if a pregnant patient is Rh-positive or Rh-negative.
Rh-Negative Patients
An Indirect Coombs test is used to determine if a pregnant patient is Rh-positive or Rh-negative.
AFP measurement
During amniocentesis, alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels are measured. HIGH levels of AFP are associated with neural tube defects. LOW levels of AFP are associated with chromosomal disorders (such as Down Syndrome)....
AFP measurement
During amniocentesis, alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels are measured. HIGH levels of AFP are associated with neural tube defects. LOW levels of AFP are associated with chromosomal disorders (such as Down Syndrome)....
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