High-Risk Neonatal Conditions Just the facts In this chapter, you’ll learn: characteristics of selected neonatal disorders tests used to diagnose certain high-risk neonatal conditions medical treatments and therapies for high-risk…
Pregnancy abbreviation systems Typically, an abbreviation system is used to summarize a woman’s pregnancy information. Although many variations exist, a common abbreviation system consists of five letters—GTPAL. Gravida = the…
Physiologic adaptations to pregnancy Cardiovascular system Cardiac hypertrophy Displacement of the heart Increased blood volume and heart rate Supine hypotension Increased fibrinogen and hemoglobin levels Decreased hematocrit Gastrointestinal system Gum…
Formidable findings When performing the health history and assessment, the following findings may increase the pregnant woman’s risk for complications. Demographic factors Maternal age younger than 16 or older than…
Postpartum Care Just the facts In this chapter, you’ll learn: physiologic and psychological changes that occur during the postpartum period key components of a postpartum assessment nursing care measures required…
Taking an obstetric history When taking a pregnant patient’s obstetric history, be sure to ask her about: genital tract anomalies medications used during this pregnancy history of hepatitis, pelvic inflammatory…
Tips for a successful interview Here are some tips for obtaining an accurate and thorough patient history. Location Pregnancy is too private to be discussed in public areas, such as…
Pregnancy signs This table organizes signs of pregnancy into three categories: presumptive, probable, and positive. Sign Time from implantation (in weeks) Other possible causes Presumptive Breast changes (including feelings of…
Complications of the Postpartum Period Just the facts In this chapter, you’ll learn: major complications that can occur during the postpartum period, including risk factors for each ways to identify…
Family Planning, Contraception, and Infertility Just the facts In this chapter, you’ll learn: goals of family planning various methods of contraception, including the advantages and disadvantages of each surgical methods…
