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What are the criteria for defining HDP (Hypertensive disorder of Pregnancy)?
What are the criteria for defining HDP (Hypertensive disorder of Pregnancy)?
What is the incidence of HDP in all pregnancies in Canada?
What is the incidence of HDP in all pregnancies in Canada?
Which demographic characteristics can influence the risk markers for HDP?
Which demographic characteristics can influence the risk markers for HDP?
What are the maternal complications from significant HTN (140/90)?
What are the maternal complications from significant HTN (140/90)?
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What are the risks for the fetus of a pre-eclamptic woman?
What are the risks for the fetus of a pre-eclamptic woman?
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What are the high-risk factors for developing CV risk factors after pregnancy?
What are the high-risk factors for developing CV risk factors after pregnancy?
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Which SDOH (Social Determinants of Health) can influence the risk markers for HDP?
Which SDOH (Social Determinants of Health) can influence the risk markers for HDP?
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What are the maternal deaths associated with severe HTN (160/110) primarily due to?
What are the maternal deaths associated with severe HTN (160/110) primarily due to?
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What demographic group has the highest rates of pregnancy-related HTN?
What demographic group has the highest rates of pregnancy-related HTN?
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What plays a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What plays a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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How is the severity of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) determined?
How is the severity of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) determined?
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What are complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What are complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What does the management of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) involve?
What does the management of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) involve?
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What is a cause of placental abruption?
What is a cause of placental abruption?
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What are clinical manifestations of placental abruption?
What are clinical manifestations of placental abruption?
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What is involved in home care for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What is involved in home care for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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How is the diagnosis of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) made?
How is the diagnosis of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) made?
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What is a complication of placental abruption?
What is a complication of placental abruption?
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What is involved in the management of placental abruption?
What is involved in the management of placental abruption?
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What can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects?
What can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects?
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What is a role of ultrasound examinations in the diagnosis of placental abruption?
What is a role of ultrasound examinations in the diagnosis of placental abruption?
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What is the significance of HTN during pregnancy?
What is the significance of HTN during pregnancy?
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What are the maternal complications from significant HTN (140/90)?
What are the maternal complications from significant HTN (140/90)?
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What are the risks for the fetus of a pre-eclamptic woman?
What are the risks for the fetus of a pre-eclamptic woman?
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What are some risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What are some risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What are the potential post-pregnancy risks for developing CV risk factors?
What are the potential post-pregnancy risks for developing CV risk factors?
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What are the SDOH (Social Determinants of Health) that can influence the risk markers for HDP?
What are the SDOH (Social Determinants of Health) that can influence the risk markers for HDP?
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How is HDP (Hypertensive disorder of Pregnancy) defined?
How is HDP (Hypertensive disorder of Pregnancy) defined?
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What plays a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What plays a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What is involved in the management of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What is involved in the management of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What is a cause of placental abruption?
What is a cause of placental abruption?
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How is the severity of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) determined?
How is the severity of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) determined?
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What are complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What are complications of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What is a complication of placental abruption?
What is a complication of placental abruption?
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What are clinical manifestations of placental abruption?
What are clinical manifestations of placental abruption?
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What can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects?
What can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects?
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What is a role of ultrasound examinations in the diagnosis of placental abruption?
What is a role of ultrasound examinations in the diagnosis of placental abruption?
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What is involved in home care for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
What is involved in home care for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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What are the potential complications of HDP?
What are the potential complications of HDP?
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What is a potential cause of placental abruption?
What is a potential cause of placental abruption?
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What is the recommended A1C level for preconception in diabetes management?
What is the recommended A1C level for preconception in diabetes management?
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What is the recommended daily dose of folic acid for pre and post conception in diabetes management?
What is the recommended daily dose of folic acid for pre and post conception in diabetes management?
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Which medication should be discontinued due to its fetotoxic effects during pregnancy in diabetes management?
Which medication should be discontinued due to its fetotoxic effects during pregnancy in diabetes management?
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What is the primary goal for mothers with pregestational diabetes during pregnancy?
What is the primary goal for mothers with pregestational diabetes during pregnancy?
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What are the characteristics of a baby with macrosomia?
What are the characteristics of a baby with macrosomia?
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What is the primary cause of hypoglycemia in newborns?
What is the primary cause of hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What are the potential signs of hypoglycemia in newborns?
What are the potential signs of hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What is the recommended initial management for asymptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns?
What is the recommended initial management for asymptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What is the recommended initial management for symptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns?
What is the recommended initial management for symptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What is the risk for shoulder dystocia in babies with macrosomia?
What is the risk for shoulder dystocia in babies with macrosomia?
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What are the potential complications for babies with macrosomia?
What are the potential complications for babies with macrosomia?
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What is the nursing management for babies at risk of hypoglycemia?
What is the nursing management for babies at risk of hypoglycemia?
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What is an important aspect of intrapartum management for women with pregestational diabetes?
What is an important aspect of intrapartum management for women with pregestational diabetes?
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What is a key factor in the pathophysiology of gestational diabetes?
What is a key factor in the pathophysiology of gestational diabetes?
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What is a recommended postpartum care measure for women with gestational diabetes?
What is a recommended postpartum care measure for women with gestational diabetes?
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What is a potential risk for infants of diabetic mothers?
What is a potential risk for infants of diabetic mothers?
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What is a key factor in the collaborative management of gestational diabetes?
What is a key factor in the collaborative management of gestational diabetes?
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What is a crucial aspect of postpartum management for women with pregestational diabetes?
What is a crucial aspect of postpartum management for women with pregestational diabetes?
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What is involved in the screening process for gestational diabetes?
What is involved in the screening process for gestational diabetes?
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What is a potential complication for infants of diabetic mothers?
What is a potential complication for infants of diabetic mothers?
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What is a key aspect of the intrapartum management of gestational diabetes?
What is a key aspect of the intrapartum management of gestational diabetes?
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What is a potential consequence of gestational diabetes for women?
What is a potential consequence of gestational diabetes for women?
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What is an important aspect of postpartum care for women with gestational diabetes?
What is an important aspect of postpartum care for women with gestational diabetes?
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What is the recommended threshold for investigation of blood glucose levels in at-risk infants after the transitional period?
What is the recommended threshold for investigation of blood glucose levels in at-risk infants after the transitional period?
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When should blood glucose screening of asymptomatic, at-risk infants be performed?
When should blood glucose screening of asymptomatic, at-risk infants be performed?
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When can testing for blood glucose be discontinued in large-for-gestational-age (LGA) infants and infants of diabetic mothers (IDMs)?
When can testing for blood glucose be discontinued in large-for-gestational-age (LGA) infants and infants of diabetic mothers (IDMs)?
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What is the recommended frequency for blood glucose screening of asymptomatic, at-risk infants after the initial test at 2 hours of age?
What is the recommended frequency for blood glucose screening of asymptomatic, at-risk infants after the initial test at 2 hours of age?
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What is the recommended therapeutic target for blood glucose levels in at-risk infants after the transitional period?
What is the recommended therapeutic target for blood glucose levels in at-risk infants after the transitional period?
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When is immediate glucose testing recommended for symptomatic and unwell infants?
When is immediate glucose testing recommended for symptomatic and unwell infants?
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What blood glucose measurement range should be implemented in all birthing and newborn care centers?
What blood glucose measurement range should be implemented in all birthing and newborn care centers?
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What is the recommended frequency of blood glucose screening for asymptomatic, at-risk infants after the initial 2-hour test and before discontinuation?
What is the recommended frequency of blood glucose screening for asymptomatic, at-risk infants after the initial 2-hour test and before discontinuation?
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Which condition is a pre-existing medical risk factor for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
Which condition is a pre-existing medical risk factor for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
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Which factor is a risk marker for preeclampsia?
Which factor is a risk marker for preeclampsia?
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Which interval between pregnancies is a risk factor for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
Which interval between pregnancies is a risk factor for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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Which maternal characteristic is a potential risk marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
Which maternal characteristic is a potential risk marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP)?
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Which blood pressure measurement at booking is considered a risk factor for HDP?
Which blood pressure measurement at booking is considered a risk factor for HDP?
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Which demographic group is a risk marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
Which demographic group is a risk marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
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Which factor is a potential cause of heritable thrombophilia?
Which factor is a potential cause of heritable thrombophilia?
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Which substance use is associated with increased risk during pregnancy?
Which substance use is associated with increased risk during pregnancy?
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Which of the following markers is associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in the second or third trimester?
Which of the following markers is associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in the second or third trimester?
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Which investigational laboratory marker is potentially indicative of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
Which investigational laboratory marker is potentially indicative of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy?
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What is a marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy that involves abnormal uterine artery Doppler velocimetry?
What is a marker for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy that involves abnormal uterine artery Doppler velocimetry?
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What cells of the placenta can modify arteries in the uterus to accommodate increased blood flow?
What cells of the placenta can modify arteries in the uterus to accommodate increased blood flow?
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During pregnancy, which vessels do trophoblast cells primarily modify to accommodate increased blood flow?
During pregnancy, which vessels do trophoblast cells primarily modify to accommodate increased blood flow?
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Which of the following is the primary function of trophoblast cells in the placenta?
Which of the following is the primary function of trophoblast cells in the placenta?
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What is the recommended method for taking blood pressure in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
What is the recommended method for taking blood pressure in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
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How often should fetal activity be assessed in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
How often should fetal activity be assessed in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
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When should daily weights be taken in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
When should daily weights be taken in home care for mild pre-eclampsia?
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What should the nurse be alert for during second-stage labour when attempting delivery of a macrosomic infant?
What should the nurse be alert for during second-stage labour when attempting delivery of a macrosomic infant?
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What should the nurse be prepared to assist with if shoulder dystocia occurs during delivery of a macrosomic infant?
What should the nurse be prepared to assist with if shoulder dystocia occurs during delivery of a macrosomic infant?
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In which stage of labour should the nurse be alert for the possibility of shoulder dystocia when delivering a macrosomic infant?
In which stage of labour should the nurse be alert for the possibility of shoulder dystocia when delivering a macrosomic infant?
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Which of the following is a potential fetal complication of pregestational diabetes?
Which of the following is a potential fetal complication of pregestational diabetes?
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What is a potential maternal complication of pregestational diabetes during pregnancy?
What is a potential maternal complication of pregestational diabetes during pregnancy?
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What is a potential neonatal morbidity associated with macrosomia in pregestational diabetes?
What is a potential neonatal morbidity associated with macrosomia in pregestational diabetes?
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What is a potential congenital malformation associated with hyperglycemia in the first trimester of pregestational diabetes?
What is a potential congenital malformation associated with hyperglycemia in the first trimester of pregestational diabetes?
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What is a recommended measure for preconception care for women with diabetes?
What is a recommended measure for preconception care for women with diabetes?
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What is a risk factor for gestational diabetes?
What is a risk factor for gestational diabetes?
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What should be done to prevent diabetes in pregnancy?
What should be done to prevent diabetes in pregnancy?
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What is the primary method for screening for gestational diabetes?
What is the primary method for screening for gestational diabetes?
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What is a key aspect of intrapartum management for women with diabetes?
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What is a recommended postpartum management measure for women with diabetes?
What is a recommended postpartum management measure for women with diabetes?
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What percentage of women diagnosed with gestational diabetes may develop diabetes within 5-10 years?
What percentage of women diagnosed with gestational diabetes may develop diabetes within 5-10 years?
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What increases as a result of hormones during pregnancy, leading to gestational diabetes?
What increases as a result of hormones during pregnancy, leading to gestational diabetes?
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What should be included in the management during pregnancy for women with diabetes?
What should be included in the management during pregnancy for women with diabetes?
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What should be included in intrapartum management for women with diabetes?
What should be included in intrapartum management for women with diabetes?
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What is a measure to prevent diabetes in pregnancy?
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What is a recommended measure for preconception care for women with diabetes?
What is a recommended measure for preconception care for women with diabetes?
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What is the first line pharmacological therapy for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) if non-pharmacological management does not achieve blood glucose (BG) targets?
What is the first line pharmacological therapy for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) if non-pharmacological management does not achieve blood glucose (BG) targets?
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What is the recommended frequency for fetal surveillance once 40 weeks gestation is reached in poorly controlled GDM with maternal comorbidities?
What is the recommended frequency for fetal surveillance once 40 weeks gestation is reached in poorly controlled GDM with maternal comorbidities?
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What is the recommended blood glucose range to be maintained in the mother during labor and delivery to reduce the risk of neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the recommended blood glucose range to be maintained in the mother during labor and delivery to reduce the risk of neonatal hypoglycemia?
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What is the recommended action if the fetus presents with macrosomia during labor and delivery in the context of GDM?
What is the recommended action if the fetus presents with macrosomia during labor and delivery in the context of GDM?
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What is the recommended duration for breastfeeding to prevent childhood obesity and reduce the risk of maternal hyperglycemia and neonatal hypoglycemia?
What is the recommended duration for breastfeeding to prevent childhood obesity and reduce the risk of maternal hyperglycemia and neonatal hypoglycemia?
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What are the signs of hypoglycemia that should be observed in newborns?
What are the signs of hypoglycemia that should be observed in newborns?
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What are the risk factors for the development of hypoglycemia in newborns?
What are the risk factors for the development of hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What is the recommended action if asymptomatic hypoglycemia is detected in a newborn with glucose levels of 1.8-2.5 mmol/L?
What is the recommended action if asymptomatic hypoglycemia is detected in a newborn with glucose levels of 1.8-2.5 mmol/L?
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When should glucose testing be performed for at-risk infants who are ≥ 35 weeks gestation at birth?
When should glucose testing be performed for at-risk infants who are ≥ 35 weeks gestation at birth?
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What is the recommended management for symptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns with glucose levels of 1.8-2.5 mmol/L?
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What are the signs of hypoglycemia that should be observed in newborns?
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What is a risk factor for the development of hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What is the recommended initial management for asymptomatic hypoglycemia in newborns?
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What should be done if a newborn has symptomatic hypoglycemia?
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What is the nursing management for babies at risk for hypoglycemia who are 35 weeks gestation or older?
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Study Notes
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Placental Abruption Overview
- Alcohol consumption and medication can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects.
- Primary health and preventative medicine play a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP).
- Severity of HDP is determined by target organ involvement and blood pressure levels.
- Complications of HDP include maternal hemorrhage, abnormal placental attachment, and fetal preterm birth.
- Diagnosis of HDP involves ultrasound examinations and coagulation profile assessments.
- Management of HDP includes reduced activity, continuous electronic monitoring, and emotional support for the patient.
- Home care for HDP involves close supervision by family or friends, teaching the patient to assess fetal and uterine activity, and avoiding certain activities.
- Placental abruption is a serious complication that accounts for significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.
- Placental abruption can be caused by maternal hypertension, substance use, trauma, and multiple gestations.
- Clinical manifestations of placental abruption include sudden uterine pain, vaginal bleeding, and fetal distress.
- Complications of placental abruption include maternal hemorrhage, hypovolemic shock, and fetal IUGR.
- Diagnosis of placental abruption involves ultrasound examinations and careful monitoring of fetal heart rate.
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Placental Abruption Overview
- Alcohol consumption and medication can contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and teratogenic effects.
- Primary health and preventative medicine play a crucial role in identifying risk markers for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP).
- Severity of HDP is determined by target organ involvement and blood pressure levels.
- Complications of HDP include maternal hemorrhage, abnormal placental attachment, and fetal preterm birth.
- Diagnosis of HDP involves ultrasound examinations and coagulation profile assessments.
- Management of HDP includes reduced activity, continuous electronic monitoring, and emotional support for the patient.
- Home care for HDP involves close supervision by family or friends, teaching the patient to assess fetal and uterine activity, and avoiding certain activities.
- Placental abruption is a serious complication that accounts for significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.
- Placental abruption can be caused by maternal hypertension, substance use, trauma, and multiple gestations.
- Clinical manifestations of placental abruption include sudden uterine pain, vaginal bleeding, and fetal distress.
- Complications of placental abruption include maternal hemorrhage, hypovolemic shock, and fetal IUGR.
- Diagnosis of placental abruption involves ultrasound examinations and careful monitoring of fetal heart rate.
Diabetes Management in Pregnancy
- Women with pregestational diabetes need education on diet, insulin therapy, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring to avoid complications during pregnancy.
- Pregestational diabetes requires close fetal monitoring and carrying insulin, glucometer, and hypoglycemia kit at all times to manage the risk of hypoglycemia, especially in the first trimester.
- Intrapartum management of pregestational diabetes involves monitoring maternal blood glucose levels and maintaining them at 4.0-7.0mmol/L, continuous insulin pump, and close monitoring for dehydration, hypoglycemia, and hyperglycemia.
- Postpartum management includes reducing insulin dose immediately after delivery, monitoring blood glucose for hypoglycemia, and promoting early neonatal feeding, especially for women with T1DM.
- Women diagnosed with gestational diabetes have a 50% chance of developing diabetes within 5-10 years, and several risk factors increase the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes.
- The pathophysiology of gestational diabetes involves increased fetal nutrient demands and maternal insulin resistance during the second and third trimesters.
- Screening for gestational diabetes involves a glucose challenge test and an oral glucose tolerance test, with a focus on healthy diet and weight gain follow-up.
- The collaborative management of gestational diabetes includes dietary and exercise modifications, insulin therapy, and fetal surveillance, with a shift to pharmacological therapy if blood glucose targets are not achieved.
- Intrapartum management of gestational diabetes requires close monitoring of maternal blood glucose levels, routine assessment of fetal heart rate and uterine activity, and preparedness for a C-section if the fetus presents with macrosomia.
- Postpartum care for women with gestational diabetes includes encouraging breastfeeding to prevent neonatal hypoglycemia and screening for prediabetes and diabetes with an oral glucose tolerance test.
- Infants of diabetic mothers are at risk for a range of complications including hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, congenital abnormalities, hyperbilirubinemia, polycythemia, respiratory distress syndrome, birth trauma, and cardiomyopathy.
- The degree of risk for infants of diabetic mothers is influenced by the severity and duration of maternal disease, and careful monitoring and management are required to mitigate these risks.
Diabetes Management in Pregnancy
- Preconception counseling and care is recommended for all women of reproductive age with diabetes to improve pregnancy outcomes
- Preconception care includes evaluating the woman's health status, planning the optimal time for pregnancy, and stabilizing any vascular complications of diabetes
- It decreases the risk of congenital anomalies and spontaneous abortion
- The woman's partner should be included to improve support and understanding of potential complications
- Steps to prevent diabetes include preconception counseling, achieving optimal glycemic control, and switching from oral hypoglycemic agents to insulin
- Management during pregnancy includes achieving euglycemia, close fetal monitoring, and maternal glucose monitoring
- Intrapartum management involves close monitoring of maternal blood glucose levels, fetal heart rate, and preparation for potential complications
- Postpartum management includes adjusting insulin doses, monitoring for hypoglycemia, and promoting early neonatal feeding
- Around 50% of women diagnosed with gestational diabetes will develop diabetes within 5-10 years
- Risk factors for gestational diabetes include age, obesity, high-risk population, family history of T2DM, and history of infant weighing over 4000g
- Maternal insulin resistance increases as a result of hormones during pregnancy, leading to GDM
- Screening for GDM should be done at 24-28 weeks gestation using the 50g glucose challenge test and the 75g oral glucose tolerance test if necessary
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Test your knowledge of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) and placental abruption with this informative quiz. Review key concepts such as risk markers, complications, diagnosis, and management of these serious pregnancy conditions.