OB Maternal Newborn ATI Proctored Notes

OB Maternal Newborn ATI Proctored Notes Video #1: Contraception & Infertility Ø Diaphragms: client must be refitted for a diaphragm for the following conditions: 1.) Its been 2 years since she’s been fitted 2.) Gained more than 15 pounds (7kg) 3.) Had a full term pregnancy 4.) Had a second term abortion o When you use a diaphragm, you need to use spermicide with every act of coitus (withdrawal of penis from vagina prior to ejaculation). Every time you withdrawl, instill more spermicide o Diaphragm must stay inserted for 6hrs after act of coitus Ø Hormonal Contraceptives (Oral) o Side effects: Chest pain, SOB, Leg pain (from a possible clot), headache or eye problems (from a stroke or hypertension) o Contraindications: Women with a history of blood clots, stroke, cardiac problems, smoker, breast or estrogen related cancers (pill contains estrogen) Ø Depo-Provera/Medroxyprogesterone o Injectable progestin o Can cause decreased bone mineral density or loss of calcium § Nursing action: Ensure patient has adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D Ø IUD o Increase risk for PID o Can cause uterine perforation or ectopic pregnancy (increases risk for ectopic pregnancy) o Look out for/Notify PCP: § Change in string length à IUD is moving and not in the right place § Foul smelling vaginal discharge § Pain with intercourse § Fever/Chills (infection) Infertility is defined as an inability to conceive desire engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse for a prolonged period of time or at least 12 months. Ø Common factors associated with infertility include: o Decreased sperm production (Sperm analysis) o Endometriosis o Ovulation disorders o Tubal occlusions à If you test and use DYE (used in the fallopian tubes), make sure the woman is not allergic to iodine or shellfish/seafood Video #2: Signs of Pregnancy Presumptive: Can be defined by things/reasons other than pregnancy Ø Amenorrhea à Can be anorexic or exercising too much Ø Fatigue à Didn’t sleep well Ø Nausea/Vomiting à Sick Ø Urinary Frequency à UTI Ø Quickening/Fluttering in stomach à Gas Probable: Changes that make the examiner suspect a woman is pregnant (primarily related to physical changes of the uterus). Ø Abdominal enlargement: Related to changes in uterine size, shape, and position Ø Hegar’s Sign: Softening and compressibility of the lower uterus Ø Chadwick’s Sign: Deepend violet bluish color of cervix and vaginal mucosa Ø Goodell’s Sign: Softening of cervical tip Ø Ballottement: Rebound of unengaged uterus Ø Braxton Hicks Contractions: False contractions that are painless, irregular, and usually relieved by walking Ø Positive Pregnancy Test: Woman’s hormonal level may not be normal Ø Fetal Outline: Positive: Very distinct things. Ø Fetal Heart Sounds Ø Fetal Heart Beat can be heard Ø Can see the baby with ultrasound Ø Can feel movement in the uterus Naegele’s Rule: LMP – 3 months + 7 days + 1 year Cathy’s Rule: + 9 months + 1 week