Common Complications in Pregnancy

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Which clinical feature is commonly seen in hyperemesis gravidarum that can lead to Wernicke encephalopathy?

  • Acute fatty liver
  • Persistent vomiting
  • Hypokalemia (correct)
  • Jaundice

What is a characteristic lab abnormality seen in acute fatty liver of pregnancy?

  • Elevated bile acids (correct)
  • High creatinine levels
  • Low platelet count
  • High hematocrit

Which syndrome is associated with the main complaint of abdominal or epigastric pain in the third trimester?

  • Cholestasis of pregnancy
  • Boerhaave syndrome
  • HELLP syndrome (correct)
  • Viral hepatitis

What condition is characterized by weight loss of 25% or more, ketonuria, and metabolic alkalosis?

<p>Hyperemesis gravidarum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is associated with very high levels of bilirubin and hematocrit, along with a DIC marker?

<p>HELLP syndrome (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which condition is the main complaint nausea, vomiting, and jaundice, and it can be seen in any trimester?

<p>Viral hepatitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Hypokalemia in Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Potassium deficiency, a common clinical feature in hyperemesis gravidarum, can lead to Wernicke encephalopathy.

Elevated Bile Acids in AFLP

Elevated bile acids are a characteristic lab abnormality seen in acute fatty liver of pregnancy.

Abdominal Pain in HELLP Syndrome

HELLP syndrome is associated with the main complaint of abdominal or epigastric pain, typically in the third trimester.

Hallmarks of Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Hyperemesis gravidarum is characterized by weight loss of 25% or more, ketonuria, and metabolic alkalosis.

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Lab Values in HELLP Syndrome

HELLP syndrome is associated with very high levels of bilirubin and hematocrit, along with a DIC marker.

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Symptoms of Viral Hepatitis in Pregnancy

Viral hepatitis presents with nausea, vomiting, jaundice, and can be seen in any trimester of pregnancy.

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