Definitions
Multiple gestation, hx of preterm birth, and uterine/cervical abnormalities
What are the most common risk factors for preterm labor?
The most commonly ordered conservative intervention for preterm labor.
What is bedrest?
This test positive result is a "good" predictor of spontaneous labor prior to dilatation and a negative result is a better predictor that labor will not occur.
What is a fetal fibronectin test?
Beta-agonist given SQ and IV that is commonly used for preterm contractions and tachysystole.
What is Terbutaline?
What is Effacement?
This intervention will allow parents to gain an understanding of signs and symptoms, when to report them, and avoid risk factors that may induce PTL.
What is educating the mother and family?
A testing method used to evaluate fetal status by observing the response of the fetus’ HR to activity
What is a nonstress test (NST)?
This drug is a progestin that is usually given between 24 and 34 weeks gestation and at risk for PTL within 7 days
What are corticosterioids (Betamethasone)?
Medication given both IV and IM and is given for treatment of preterm labor, PIH and neuroprotection of the fetus.
What is Magnesium sulfate?
This diagnostic measures allow healthcare professionals to visualize the cervix.
What is a speculum exam?
A calcuim channel blocker used to treat preterm contractions/ labor.
What is Procardia/nifedipine?
Irregular, usually mild contraction that occur throughout pregnancy and become stronger in the last trimester
What are Braxton Hicks?
This intervention shown to be beneficial in treating preterm labor and is often used when a patient is dehyrated?
What is IV hydration?
Most common lab ordered when patient presents with complaints of preterm labor.
What is a urinalysis (UA)?
This medication is often given to women experiencing preterm labor even when there is no evidence (signs or symptoms) of its need.
What are antibiotics?