Obstetric and Newborn Care

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LESSON 1
COMPLICATIONS OF PREGNANCY

1-1. INTRODUCTION

Being aware of conditions that can cause complications in pregnant women will be an asset to you, as a practical nurse, in your knowledge and skills in providing care to the patient. Complications of pregnancy can be an emotional crisis to a patient and her support person. Prenatal care allows for early identification and management of a patient with complications.

LESSON OBJECTIVE
After completing this lesson, you should be able to:

1-1. Identify facts concerning complications and nursing implications of a pregnant woman, including

nausea and vomiting
hyperemesis gravidarum
heartburn
varicosities
infections
diabetes
hypertension
substance abuse

battered pregnant women
problem of Rh incompatibility
ectopic pregnancy
placenta previa
abruptio placenta
abortion
prolapsed umbilical cord
premature labor

Primary Content Provider: United States Army
Ancillary Content and Online Version: David L. Heiserman
Publisher: SweetHaven Publishing Services