Hemorrhagic Disorders
This condition is implantation of a fertilized ovum outside the uterus.
Ectopic Pregnancy
Causes abdominal pain, shoulder pain, and can rupture, leading to hemorrhage.
This is defined as hypertension that develops after 20 weeks without proteinuria.
Gestational Hypertension
Temporary increase in BP without organ involvement.
Glucose intolerance first recognized during pregnancy.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Results from placental hormones cause insulin resistance.
This cardiac disorder occurs in late pregnancy or postpartum with no prior heart disease.
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Leads to heart failure; may recur in future pregnancies.
Iron deficiency anemia is treated with this supplement and vitamin
Ferrous Sulfate + Vitamin C
Vitamin C enhances iron absorption
This condition presents with painless bright red bleeding after 20 weeks gestation.
Placenta Previa
The placenta covers the cervical os; vaginal exams are contraindicated.
This disorder involves HTN, proteinuria, and edema due to vasospasm.
Preeclampsia
Decreased perfusion causes multi-organ dysfunction.
The normal fasting glucose goal for GDM.
Below 95 mg/dL
Prevents fetal hyperglycemia and macrosomia.
This class of cardiac disease patient has symptoms with ordinary activity
NYHA Class II
Slight limitation of physical activity
This type of anemia increases risk for neural tube defects.
Folic Acid Deficiency
Folic acid is essential for cell growth and DNA synthesis
This early pregnancy complication can cause a “cluster of grapes” appearance on ultrasound.
Hydatidiform Mole
Abnormal trophoblast growth increases hCG and risk of choriocarcinoma.
This medication prevents seizures in severe preeclampsia.
Magnesium Sulfate
Depresses CNS; monitor for toxicity (RR < 12/min, ↓ reflexes).
The preferred treatment for uncontrolled GDM.
Insulin
Oral hypoglycemics are often avoided; insulin doesn’t cross the placenta.
The safest anticoagulant for pregnant women with cardiac disease.
Heparin
Does not cross the placenta; preferred over warfarin.
A mother who is Rh-negative and delivers an Rh-positive baby receives this medication
RhoGAM
Prevents the formation of antibodies against Rh-positive cells
This condition is characterized by painful, dark red bleeding and a rigid uterus.
Placental Abruption
Premature placental separation causes pain and fetal distress.
The antidote for magnesium toxicity.
Calcium Gluconate
Reverses magnesium’s neuromuscular blocking effects.
This fetal condition results from maternal hyperglycemia
Macrosomia
Excess glucose stimulates fetal insulin → increased growth
The best position during labor for a cardiac patient.
Left lateral with head elevated
Improves venous return and reduces cardiac workload.
A baby exposed to maternal Hepatitis B should receive this within 12 hours of birth
HBIG and Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevents transmission of infection
This medication may be used to medically manage an unruptured ectopic pregnancy.
Methotrexate
Stops trophoblastic tissue growth; contraindicated if rupture is suspected.
This severe complication includes Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelets.
HELLP Syndrome
A severe variant of preeclampsia that may require urgent delivery.
This test confirms GDM after an abnormal screening result.
3-hour Glucose Tolerance Test
This is a key sign of cardiac decompensation in pregnancy
Moist Rales (Crackles)
Indicates pulmonary congestion and heart failure.
A newborn exposed to maternal HIV is started on this medication.
Zidovudine (AZT)
Reduces risk of vertical transmission; given for 6 weeks.