Term
| Normal blood glucose levels for a newborn |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Newborn blood glucose levels below ______ require immediate intervention |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Infants at risk for hypoglycemia (5) |
|
Definition
LGA/SGA
Premature
Postmature
Born of diabetic mothers
Hypoxic or depressed at birth |
|
|
Term
| S/Stx of newborn with hypoglycemia (5) |
|
Definition
Apathy
Irregular respiration
Hypothermia
Refusal to nurse
High pitched cry |
|
|
Term
| Tx for hypoglycemic newborns with levels 45 mg/ml or above (2) |
|
Definition
Nursed as often as possible
Water with molasses every few hours (1 tsp/cup) |
|
|
Term
| The coroner must be notified of any stillborn weighing _____mg or more |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Protocols for midwife regarding stillbirth and neonatal death (6) |
|
Definition
Notify coroner if >500mg
Spend time with parent first few weeks
Encourage parents to prepare memorial
Discuss basic phases of grieving with parents
Give referrals to support groups
Give written materials on speaking to children |
|
|
Term
| Condition in which infant has not been hypoxic for long but is already attempting to breathe more rapidly in utero |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Condition in an infant who has been hypoxic in utero and making second attempt to breathe more rapidly without succeeding in restoring oxygen levels |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What is management for primary apnea? |
|
Definition
| Stimulation, blow-by oxygen, or a few breaths of mouth to mouth should revive this infant |
|
|
Term
| Management for secondary apnea |
|
Definition
Immediate ventilation via mouth-to-mouth or bag-mask to reverse acidosis caused by hypoxia
Baby suctioned, then warmed and stimulated by massaging from base of spine up the back |
|
|
Term
| What 3 things guide the choice of resuscitation technique for secondary apnea? |
|
Definition
| Baby's color, muscle tone and respiratory effort |
|
|
Term
Temporary condition in which the newborn has abnormally rapid breathing
Other names for this (2) |
|
Definition
Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN)
wet lungs
type 2 RDS |
|
|
Term
| Occurrence of TTN in newborns |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Normal newborn breathing rates |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
What is TTN caused by?
When does it resolve? |
|
Definition
Delayed absorption of fetal lung fluid
Usually within 24-72 hours |
|
|
Term
| Infants who are at higher risk for TTN (3) |
|
Definition
Infants born to mothers who smoked during pregnancy
Infants born to mothers who had diabetes
SGA |
|
|
Term
| Infants with TTN can have RR up to ____ bpm? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| When should a baby with TTN be transported? |
|
Definition
| If TTN accompanied by any additional respiratory problems, RDS, meconium aspiration, sepsis |
|
|
Term
| How would you support parents after birth of an infant with fetal anomalies? |
|
Definition
Remain present until anomaly is noted
Point it out if not noticed without extended discussion
Encourage bonding by seeing perfect features
Refer to resources for info and support |
|
|
Term
What is most common unknown fetal anomaly?
What two anomalies require immediate transport? |
|
Definition
Heart defect (presenting as cyanosis and respiratory distress)
Heart defects, spina bifida |
|
|
Term
| What should you do if baby born with severe anomalies incompatible with life and parents don't desire transport? |
|
Definition
| Follow parents' lead unless baby seems viable (obligated to give life support) |
|
|
Term
| What action done by the midwife can help to rule out a concealed partial separation? |
|
Definition
| Guard uterus with hand resting on fundus as soon as birth occurs and leave there until placental delivery |
|
|
Term
What sign can indicate that the placenta has separated in the center with outer margins still attached?
What is danger of this?
|
|
Definition
Uterus grows larger (filling with blood)
Mom goes into shock (concealed hemorrhage) |
|
|
Term
| What action can cause partial separation of placenta and hemorrhage? |
|
Definition
| Prodding or massage of fundus |
|
|
Term
| Signs of placental separation in 3rd stage of labor |
|
Definition
Cord lengthening
Gush of blood |
|
|
Term
| Signs of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (4) |
|
Definition
Nasal flaring
Grunting upon exhalation
Retractions of the chest and abdomen
Cyanosis |
|
|
Term
| Management for baby with signs of RDS |
|
Definition
Blow-by oxygen administered
Baby immediately transported to hospital with notification of pediatric support |
|
|
Term
| Management of baby with difficulty in respirating (lung obstruction or rapid respirations) with no signs of RDS |
|
Definition
Use steam to loosen any congestion
Apply percussion in each lung quadrant with baby on lap head down |
|
|
Term
| Issues with IUD as contraception for postpartum parents (2) |
|
Definition
| Can cause chronic bleeding and low grade infection |
|
|
Term
| Issues with Basal Body Temp/cervical mucus as contraception for postpartum parents |
|
Definition
| May not stabilize for some time after birth and during nursing |
|
|
Term
Issues with Estrogen/progesterone birth control pills as contraception for postpartum parents
Progesterone-only mini-pills? |
|
Definition
Can cause milk production to slow or stop
Not as effective for birth control |
|
|
Term
| Issues with Norplant and Depo-Provera as contraception for postpartum parents |
|
Definition
| Can cause heavy bleeding and may delay start of menstruation when stopped |
|
|
Term
| Best contraception method for nursing mother |
|
Definition
| Barrier methods (condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps) |
|
|
Term
| Three elements to avoiding postpartum hemorrhage |
|
Definition
Good nutrition and supplements
Familiarity with the mother
Delivery of placenta without urgency |
|
|
Term
| Supplements good for preventing PPH and maintaining hemostasis more readily |
|
Definition
Liquid chlorophyll
Red Raspberry and nettles
Tincture of nettles, yellowdock, alfalfa and red rasp
Multivitamins |
|
|
Term
| Things to remember for a mom recovering from birth (6) |
|
Definition
Requires 10 full days of absolute rest
Sleep and eat well
Not become stressed (interferes with involution)
Walk several times daily
Jug of water at hand at all times
Room comfortably warm with baby/personal needs close |
|
|
Term
Where should the uterus be at Day 1 postpartum and how should it feel?
What should bleeding look like?
|
|
Definition
Below mother's umbilicus, firm not tender
Lochia rubra, appears like heavy period, odor fleshy |
|
|
Term
Management for perineum that is still swollen at Day 1 postpartum (2)
What would you suspect if swelling had increased? |
|
Definition
Alternate warm and cool compresses
Rinse 2x/day with warm water and betadine
Hematoma |
|
|
Term
| What is inflammation of a leg vein? Who is at higher risk? |
|
Definition
Thrombophlebitis
Those with varicose veins |
|
|
Term
| How do you differentiate between superficial and deep thrombophlebitis? |
|
Definition
Superficial presents with leg pain, heat, tenderness and redness at inflamed area... (confirmed by Homan's sign)
Deep indicated if high fever, severe pain, edema and tenderness along entire leg |
|
|
Term
| Treatment for thrombophlebitis |
|
Definition
Mother on bed rest with leg elevated
Leg should NOT be manipulated in ANY way |
|
|
Term
| What can you do to confirm thrombophlebitis? |
|
Definition
| Check for positive Homan's sign (pain in mother's calf when knee bent 90deg and foot dorsiflexed at ankle) |
|
|
Term
One in ____ mothers develop depression or anxiety up to a year after birth of baby
___ % should at least ___ signs of clinical depression |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Reasons for post partum depression |
|
Definition
Hormonal shifts
Maternal emotions regarding baby, birth experience and/or maternal role |
|
|
Term
| Why is it important to know details about a previous abortion when working with a client? (2) |
|
Definition
D&C involves scraping of endometrium which may cause scarring and create risk of interference with placental implantation (suction less damaging to endometrial lining)
Emotional reasons |
|
|
Term
| What is Meconium Aspiration Syndrome? |
|
Definition
| Irritation and blockage of the lungs caused by the inhalation of meconium and amniotic fluid at birth. Meconium aspiration syndrome includes airway obstruction, chemical pneumonitis, and surfactant dysfunction. |
|
|
Term
| Cardinal Movements of Birth |
|
Definition
- Engagement
- Descent
- Flexion
- Internal Rotation
- Extension
- Restitution
- Expulsion
Mnemonic device: Even Dumb Fools Instinctively EvadeRectal Exams
|
|
|
|
Term
| What is a Biophysical Profile |
|
Definition
Similar rating system to APGAR
(0-2 for each of 5 criteria)
- Fetal Muscle Tone
- Breathing movements
- NST
- Fetal Movement counts
- Amniotic fluid volume
Mnemonic device: The Baby Needs More Attention |
|
|
Term
| When is physiological jaundice seen? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What are 3 types of physiological jaundice? |
|
Definition
1)Breakdown of excess RBC and release of bilirubin
2)Breast milk jaundice (hormone in milk interferes with newborn's ability to eliminate bilirubin)
3)ABO Incompatibility (Maternal Type O transfers to baby with Type A or B) |
|
|
Term
| What can pathological jaundice be caused by (4) |
|
Definition
Liver disease
Obstructed bile duct
Infection
Rh hemolytic disease |
|
|
Term
| Pathological jaundice usually presents within the first ___ of life, __________ levels are much higher, and if not decreased quickly, ____________ can result. |
|
Definition
24 hours
bilirubin
kernicterus |
|
|
Term
| When should the birth family have items gathered for a home birth by? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What three things should be done in advance in case of transport during labor? |
|
Definition
Have car fueled
Test route to the hospital
Complete and chart hospital admission forms |
|
|
Term
| What does HIPAA stand for? |
|
Definition
| Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act |
|
|
Term
| What 3 legal things summarize HIPAA for the midwife? |
|
Definition
- Maintain privacy of client's healthcare information
- Provide clients with written notice about privacy policies
- May use info for tx, payment, healthcare, inform others in emergency tx, when required by law and if suspicion of abuse or neglect |
|
|
Term
| What should be included in the informed consent document (7)? |
|
Definition
- Advantages/disadvantages or decision to be w/ midwife
- Qualifications of the midwife
- Consent to examination and treatment
- Summary of complications risked in childbirth
- Definition of common terms used during pregnancy/CB
-Details of emergency equipment provided by midwife
- Agreement to transfer recommended by midwife |
|
|
Term
| What are the 4 waking states of a newborn? |
|
Definition
1) Crying
2) Much motor activity
3) Alert
4) Drowsy |
|
|
Term
| Newborns spend ___% of daytime hours in the alert state. Crying communicates a need to be fed, held, suck or sleep; rarely, it is for _____. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| There are two sleep states for the newborn. In _____ sleep, respiratory rates vary, there are frequent _____ movements, and the infant can startle easily. In ______ sleep, there are few ______ movements and respiration is deep and regular. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Healthy newborns spend up to ____% of their time sleeping, mostly in short naps. Over the first ____, the infant begins to spend more time in ______ sleep as opposed to _____ sleep, and in the waking state there is an increase in the ______ state. |
|
Definition
60%
month
deep
light
alert |
|
|
Term
| All women should be offered HIV testing and alpha-feto protein or triple screen testing at ___ to ___ weeks |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Of the following, which lab is not routinely performed during pregnancy:
Pap smear, Gonococcal and Chlamydia, HIV, Sickle cell, TB (in high risk groups), VDRL, Varicella antibody |
|
Definition
| HIV (should be offered at 15-18 weeks but not routinely performed) |
|
|
Term
| What is recommended daily protein intake for a pregnancy diet? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Mother should take in daily:
___ servings of meat, fish, nuts, legumes, tofu
___ servings of dairy
___ servings of green veggies
___ serving of yellow veggies
___ servings of fruit
___ servings of whole grains |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Preeclampsia can be prevented by eating at least ___ grams of protein a day. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Toxoplasmosis is a ________ infection. If contracted after the ___ wk of gestation it can cause congenital anomalies, most severe of which are (4 things) |
|
Definition
protozoan
10th
anencephaly, hydrocephalus, microcephaly, intracranial calcifications |
|
|
Term
| How is Toxoplasmosis contracted? (2) |
|
Definition
Raw or undercooked meat (esp pork)
Cat feces or contaminated soil |
|
|
Term
| True or False: toxoplasmosis infected babies usually show signs at time of birth. |
|
Definition
| False- many babies do not show symptoms at time of birth |
|
|
Term
| What two complications should be discussed early in pregnancy since there is no time to explain during such emergencies? The explanations should include what 4 things? |
|
Definition
Hemorrhage and fetal distress
Possible causes, procedures for handling, your training, tools and techniques for stopping bleeding and resuscitating baby |
|
|
Term
Lidocaine spray or gel is administered directly to _______, and then ______ injections of ___ or ___% are administered into the _____ of the laceration.
___ to ____ cc's should be in syringe, but only ___ cc is administered in each location, with the injection starting at the ___ of the tear. |
|
Definition
laceration
subcutaneous
1 or 2%
edges
5-10cc
1cc
top |
|
|
Term
| In childbirth, shock is most often caused by _________? What is this also known as? What is another possibility? |
|
Definition
blood loss
hypovolemic shock
septic shock |
|
|
Term
| What are 6 symptoms of shock? |
|
Definition
- cool, clammy skin
- weak and rapid pulse
- dull eyes
- faintness
- weakness
-confusion |
|
|
Term
| Any delay in treating shock can result in what two things? |
|
Definition
Multisystem organ failure
Death |
|
|
Term
When dealing with shock what three things should you do? (Hint: DCS)
|
|
Definition
Determine cause of blood loss
Contain it
Stabilize mother |
|
|
Term
| What are steps (in order) for treating shock? |
|
Definition
1) Mom positioned flat on her back with feet elevated
2) Kept warm without overheating
3) Oxygen and fluids should be administered
4) Encouraged to breathe deeply and calmly
5) EMS notified and mother prepped for transport |
|
|
Term
| What situations or procedures prompt the injection of Rhogam? |
|
Definition
Rh negative woman carrying an Rh positive child
Rh negative woman miscarries or has an abortion
CVS
Amniocentesis
Csection
*Any other procedure that could cause fetal-maternal transplacental hemorrhage (TPH) |
|
|
Term
| What disease can affect an Rh+ fetus in a sensitized Rh- mom? |
|
Definition
| Hemolytic disease of the newborn |
|
|
Term
| Methergine is an ______ derivative used to control uterine bleeding after delivery. It is offered as an ______ _____ or _____ ______ and can be given when bleeding occurs or as a __________. It promotes _______ _________. |
|
Definition
Ergot
oral medication
intramuscular injection
preventative
uterine contraction |
|
|
Term
| Both methergine and pitocin are used when the placenta must be _____________ or when ____________________ |
|
Definition
manually removed
it separates but maternal bleeding doesn't cease |
|
|
Term
| Vitamin K is administered routinely to newborns to prevent ________. It activates precursor proteins that in turn make _____ _______ proteins. Injected vitamin k stimulates _________. It can also be found in _______ tablets which an expectant mother can take regularly in the last weeks of pregnancy to facilitate clotting after giving birth. |
|
Definition
hemorrhaging
blood clotting
clotting
alfalfa |
|
|
Term
| Vitamin A is a teratogen in large doses which can cause ______ ______. It can also affect the _______ _______. |
|
Definition
birth defects
maternal liver |
|
|
Term
| Vitamin C can cause increased absorption of _____ which in turn can cause problems when taken in excess |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Calcium (when taken in excessive quantities) can affect ________ function and cause ________ _______ as well as decrease absorption of _______, _______, and ___________ |
|
Definition
kidney
kidney stones
iron
magnesium
zinc |
|
|
Term
| Iron (when taken in excessive quantities) can decrease absorption of _______, ______ and _______ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Before administering additional vitamin or mineral supplementation, what should you first take into consideration? |
|
Definition
| The mother's diet, including any herbs or other supplements being ingested. |
|
|
Term
| Pregnancy multivitamin contains appropriate levels of the vitamins most needed in pregnancy including increased _______ ____ and ______ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Vitamin C functions as a ___________ __________, often given to ____________? |
|
Definition
preventative antioxidant
ward off infection |
|
|
Term
| Vitamin E functions as a non-specific chain breaking _________. Also used occasionally to relieve ______ _______ |
|
Definition
antioxidant
varicose veins |
|
|
Term
| Folic acid prevents ________ anemia in adults and _____ _____ ______ in the fetus |
|
Definition
megaloblastic
neural tube defects |
|
|
Term
| Vitamin B6 functions as a coenzyme in the metabolism of amino acids and glycogen. It may also reduce ________ __________ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Vitamin B12 reduces the occurrence of ____ _____ ______ damage in the newborn from a deficiency of _____ |
|
Definition
central nervous system
B12 |
|
|
Term
| Iron is a component of hemoglobin which is used for _____ transport in the red blood cell |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Calcium functions in blood _______, ______ contraction, ______ transmission and _____ and ______ formation. It may also relieve pregnancy-based _________ |
|
Definition
clotting
muscle
nerve
bone
tooth
hypertension |
|
|
Term
| Magnesium helps prevent ________ ______ and stops it if it occurs |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Risks of ultrasound:
- can give a false sense of _______ to the fetus
- can give a false positive indications of ________ conditions
- ubiquitous use can cause an over-reliance on _______ and increase ________ costs |
|
Definition
wellness
abnormal
technology
health care |
|
|
Term
| Ultrasound is best used in cases where the mother has _____ _______ that may decrease the chances of an optimal pregnancy outcome |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Some studies of ultrasound show that _____ and _____ decrease when ultrasound is performed |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| As the biophysical profile score ________ the risk of complications ________. A score of 4/10 means that _______ ______ has likely occurred and indicates a need for delivery. |
|
Definition
decreases
increases
perinatal asphyxia |
|
|
Term
What is indicated when following are known or suspected:
IUGR
oligohydraminos
insulin-dependent diabetes
multiple pregnancy
pre-eclampsia
postdatism
Which 2 require twice weekly testing while rest only require once weekly?
|
|
Definition
Biophysical profile
Insulin dependent diabetics, postdate pregnancies |
|
|
Term
| During a BPP, amniotic fluid volume is considered to be a measure of _____ ______ function |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What does a BPP consist of? What equipment is used? |
|
Definition
NST, amniotic fluid volume, fetal muscle tone, gross fetal movement, respiratory activity
Electronic fetal monitoring (NST), Ultrasound (rest) |
|
|
Term
| Decreased blood flow to the kidneys reduces volume of ________ _______. This presents as ____________ in the uterus |
|
Definition
amniotic fluid
oligohydraminos |
|
|
Term
| Fetuses with anomalies, especially of the ______, _________, or _________ system may have decreased BPP scores characteristic of their specific anomalies. |
|
Definition
| CNS, respiratory, genitourinary |
|
|
Term
| PPV using a bag and mask is indicated when the newborn does not exhibit _______, ______ respirations or if the color is ______ after positioned on its back with the neck slightly extended and _______ stimulation has been ineffective |
|
Definition
spontaneous, regular
dusky
tactile |
|
|
Term
| What test describes and categorizes abnormal epithelial cells? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| When should pap smears be performed in pregnancy? Why? When should a second smear be taken? |
|
Definition
Early
Hormonal changes may precipitate abnormal cell growth
6wks postpartum (check for any differences from early pregnancy) |
|
|
Term
| Actinomyces israelii has been found to cause ________? |
|
Definition
| pelvic inflammatory disease |
|
|
Term
Basic suture kit should contain:
___ needle holders
____ tissue forceps
____ mosquito hemostats
____ sharp scissors
Gauze pads
Betadine
Suture material |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What instrument should be used to control small bleeding vessels and never used for anything else? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Vaginal fluid is very acidic or alkaline? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Hemoglobin should be ___g/dl or greater and hematocrit ___% or greater |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| CBC includes the _________ and ________. It also reports the number of _____ with their indices, the number of _____ with their type differential, and the number of _______. |
|
Definition
hemoglobin
hematocrit
RBC
WBC
platelets |
|
|
Term
| A higher than normal white count may indicate the presence of ________. Lower than normal platelet counts can result in ______ or extended ______. |
|
Definition
infection
bruising
bleeding |
|
|
Term
| Normal fasting glucose level is less than ____ mg/dl. A higher reading indicates the possibility of __________ _______ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Consider the following before doing a urinary catheter:
- Whether the bladder is _________
- Whether the mother has urinated in the past ___ hours
- Whether the risk of ______ _______ is greater than the need to empty the bladder
- Whether a ________ is expected |
|
Definition
distended
2
bladder infection
complication |
|
|
Term
| Rh factor is an ______ that resides on the blood cell of Rh ___ individuals |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| ABO incompatibility can also cause some _______ in the baby if a type ___ mother receives A or B cells from the fetus due to a fetal/maternal cross bleed |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| A history of fibroids can cause what two problems? |
|
Definition
Disrupt placental implantation
Increase chance of postpartum hemorrhage |
|
|
Term
| Cone biopsies can cause scarring that reduces _______ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Cervical cauterization and cryosurgery may cause ______ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| LEEP laser surgery may be implicated in cases of ____________ and ____________ |
|
Definition
incompetent cervix
premature labor |
|
|
Term
| A contraceptive history of _____ use may cause anemia due to excess menstruation |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| __________ and ____ use can cause scarring of the uterine lining and result in ectopic pregnancy, irregular implantation of the placenta and third stage hemorrhage |
|
Definition
Pelvic inflammatory disease
IUD |
|
|
Term
| Oral contraceptive use can cause a _______ deficiency |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Breast exams should be performed every _____ , ____ to _____ hours after the end of a menstrual period |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Key words to remember for remedying sleep difficulties |
|
Definition
| exercise during day, eye pillow with flax and lavender, skullcap, valerian, hops (last trimester), aconite 30c for anxiety, lemon balm, oats/oat straw |
|
|
Term
| What is the easiest way to get B12 into a vegan mother? |
|
Definition
| Supplemental B12 in the active form of cyanocobalamin or hydroxocobalamin |
|
|
Term
| True or False: Fermented soy products, shiitake mushrooms, seaweed and spirulina are the best sources of B12 |
|
Definition
| False- contain an analog of B12 that can block actual B12 |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
Fortified soy products
Fresh juices
Sublingual tablets |
|
|
Term
| Why can yeast overgrow during pregnancy? |
|
Definition
| Due to higher alkalinity of vaginal secretions during pregnancy and associated increase in progesterone levels |
|
|
Term
| Treatment for yeast overgrowth |
|
Definition
| Insertion of vaginal sponges (boiled to reduce mineral deposits) or cotton tampons soaked in acidophilus culture solution (changed every 3 hours) |
|
|
Term
| Gardnerella or hemophilus is another name for _______ ________ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Bacterial vaginosis can cause what 3 things when it presents during pregnancy |
|
Definition
Chorioamnionitis
PROM
preterm labor |
|
|
Term
| S/stx of Bacterial Vaginosis include a ______ odor to vaginal secretions, a thin _____/______ discharge that adheres to the vaginal walls, and typically no vaginal ________ |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What test is used to diagnose BV? What solution is used for this test? What indicates a positive test? |
|
Definition
Whiff test
KOH solution
Potent fish odor |
|
|
Term
| What is the treatment for BV? What should woman abstain from until BV treated? |
|
Definition
Unnicked garlic clove inserted into vagina 3x/day followed by 5 days of acidolphilus treatment.
Sexual intimacy |
|
|
Term
Where should the fundus be at:
10 weeks
12 weeks
16 weeks
20 weeks |
|
Definition
Slightly above pubic bone
Few cm above pubis
Halfway between the pubic bone and the umbilicus
Exactly at umbilicus |
|
|
Term
| What is Naegele's rule for calculating EDD? |
|
Definition
| LMP-3 months + 1 week (10 lunar months or 40 weeks) |
|
|
Term
| Mittendorf's study showed the average length of gestation to be ? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
What is Nichol's Rule for 1st time moms? 2nd? >28 day cycles? <28 day cycles?
What should also be recorded in addition to LMP? |
|
Definition
1st time: LMP +12 months- 2 months, 14 days= EDD
2nd time: LMP +12 months- 2 months, 18 days= EDD
>28 days: EDD + (days in cycle -28) = EDD
<28 days: EDD - (28 dyas - days in cycle)= EDD
PMP (Previous menstrual period) |
|
|
Term
| Remedies for heartburn during pregnancy |
|
Definition
Frequent small meals and digestive aids *most effective
Limiting fat intake
Avoid lying down immediately after eating
Digestive aids (ie dandelion leaf, RR leaf)
Slippery Elm lozenges
Raw almonds
Raw papaya/papaya enzymes |
|
|
Term
| If mother's pre-pregnancy weight was appropriate for frame and height, she should gain an average of ___ pound a week |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
Underweight women should gain ___ to ___ pounds
Normal weight women should gain ___ to ___ pounds
Overweight women should gain ___ to ___ pounds
Obese women should gain less than ___ pounds |
|
Definition
|
|
