Common Discomforts of Pregnancy
Hormonal and Physiological changes during pregnancy
What are some common discomforts of pregnancy
The gums are commonly edematous and may bleed easily because the effects of hormones' and increased blood supply
What is good dental care
Cleaning the family cat liter box has put the patient at risk
What is toxoplasmosis
The nurse should stress the relationship between healthy nutrition and exercise and good physical appearance.
Why Body image is a major issue for the adolescent.
Induction preferences
• Laboring at home
• Hospital admittance
Before Labor or Early Labor
Improves Frequency, Urgency, and Nocturia
What is Preforming Kegel exercises.
Blood clot usually in the lower extremities that restricts blood flow
What is thrombosis
Pneumonitis, which is inflammation of the lungs, is a complication that is likely to occur with the adult pregnant patient (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2019). The risk for life-threatening respiratory complications is significant if the fetus acquires the virus. It can result in spontaneous abortion, chorioretinitis, cataracts, limb malformations, and brain dysfunctions
Primary varicella infection (chickenpox)
Weight gain can be a major issue for the pregnant adolescent. She may not like to see the changes in her body and may resist gaining weight.
What is anorexia
Music and television
timing of and choice of induction techniques
shower and birthing tub
comfort measures
birthing bed or chair
What is Environment During Labor/Induction of Labor
Increase fluid intake, fiber, exercise daily.
What is constipation
Preventing excess maternal weight gain, providing normal fetal growth, improved muscle tone, strength and endurance
What are the benefits of exercise while pregnant
can have severe consequences for the pregnant woman. It is transmitted by the airborne route of coughing and sneezing. The symptoms are fever, cough, conjunctivitis, and rash. Pregnant women are also at risk to develop pneumonitis with this disease. known to cause specific birth defects but has been associated with spontaneous abortion, premature labor, and low birth weight
What is Measles ( rubeola)
The nurse should remember that the adolescent is establishing emotional independence from her parents and is becoming more emotionally reliant on friends
Peer groups are an important part of her identity. Peers may supply support for pregnancy needs.
Fetal monitoring
• Epidural
• IV access and/or fluids
• Vaginal examinations
What are Medical Interventions
Preform daily perineal hygiene, wear cotton underwear, avoid tight fitting clothing
What is increased vaginal Leukorrhea
Elevated body heat caused by fever or by hot tubs or saunas or sunshine.
What is hyperthermia
Major cause of infant and child mortality worldwide.
What is HIV
A legal process that allows a teen under the age of 18 to be independent of her parents. A married pregnant teenager is automatically_________
What is emancipated
Pushing positions
• Pushing method
What is the Second Stage of Labor
Eat small frequent meals, avoid spicy and greasy foods, elevate head of bed, consume milk products.
What is heartburn
The supine position restricting blood flow
What is venal cava syndrome
sexually transmitted infection that can cause miscarriage, premature birth, and stillbirth when acquired during pregnancy
What is Syphilis
Poor nutrition choices may cause the pregnant adolescent to feel fatigued, short of breath, and unable to concentrate.
Iron
Inclusion of family and friends
• Episiotomy
• Cord cutting
• Placenta delivery
What is Delivery