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Maternal Nursing – Complications of Pregnancy (Week 2) – Endocrine, Substance Use, and Miscellaneous Topics – Lecture Summary

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This lecture summary covers key complications of pregnancy, including intimate partner violence, hyperemesis gravidarum, urinary tract infections, Group B Streptococcus, pyelonephritis, gestational diabetes, substance use during pregnancy, and trauma management. It presents the material in a question-and-answer format, making it suitable for revision and exam preparation. The document also outlines nursing assessments, interventions, patient education, screening guidelines, and fetal and maternal complications associated with these conditions. Keywords Intimate partner violence Domestic abuse Hyperemesis gravidarum Nausea and vomiting Urinary tract infection Pyelonephritis Group B Streptococcus Maternal infections Gestational diabetes Glucose tolerance test Insulin resistance Prenatal screening Substance abuse in pregnancy Fetal alcohol syndrome Opioid use Suboxone Pregnancy trauma Nursing interventions Maternal health Obstetric nursing

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Weel 2 Complications of
Pregnancy: Endocrine,
Substance Use, Miscellaneous

what is domestic abuse also known as? - ANSWER ✔✔intimate

partner violence


When is Intimate Partner violence screen in the hospital? - ANSWER

✔✔- admission


- post partum

- prenatal appointments


What are the types of domestic abuse? - ANSWER ✔✔- emotional


- physical

,- financial

- sexual


Why does the RN play a big role in domestic abuse? - ANSWER

✔✔RN may be the 1st to identify signs of abuse and can have a

profound impact on a women's decision to seek help


What should the RN look for when screening for abuse? - ANSWER

✔✔- s/s of injury


- physical or emotional trauma

- reluctance to have pelvic or physical exams

- reluctance of partner to leave the room


What are the RN rules when reporting to authorities? - ANSWER ✔✔-

cannot report adult to authorities

- can report a minor to authorities

- can report an adult that is cognitively impaired

- adult victims must file report


What is the nurses role in domestic abuse cases? - ANSWER ✔✔-

establish a relationship of trust

- give referral information to social services in private

, - encourage her to seek help "when ready"

- encourage her to have a plan in place


What is hyperemesis gravidarum? - ANSWER ✔✔- severe,

unrelenting N/V

- occurs in 1st trimester

- hCG levels at their highest


What might hyperemesis gravidarum cause? - ANSWER ✔✔-

dehydration

- electrolyte imbalance

- weight loss


What are some causes of hyperemesis gravidarum? - ANSWER ✔✔-

multiple gestation

- thyroid problem

- gestational trophoblastic disease

What is the nursing management for hyperemesis gravidarum? -

ANSWER ✔✔- bed rest


- quiet environment

- low lights

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