Induction of Labor and Postpartum Hemorrhage

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What is the primary goal of induction of labor (IOL)?

To delay labor to reduce complications
To facilitate a vaginal birth through deliberate stimulation of labor onset (correct)
To increase the chances of a cesarean section
To initiate spontaneous labor without medical intervention

Which of the following methods is classified under mechanical cervical preparation for IOL?

Oxytocin infusion
Cervidil
Balloon catheter (correct)
Misoprostol

What is the primary risk associated with artificial rupture of membranes (AROM) in early labor?

Decreased uterine contractions
Increased risk of infection
Increased risk of cesarean section (correct)
Prolonged labor duration

Which of the following best describes primary postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)?

Happens within the first 24 hours after birth (C) Signup and view all the answers

Among the listed risk factors, which one is NOT typically associated with the risk of postpartum hemorrhage?

Smoking during pregnancy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using oxytocin (Pitocin) during labor induction?

To induce contractions and stimulate labor (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which parameter is primarily compared to assess blood loss after delivery?

Estimated blood loss (EBL) and quantitative blood loss (QBL) (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is a potential indication for performing induction of labor?

1000cc blood loss and 10% drop in Hgb/Hct (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

IOL Primary Goal

Deliberate stimulation to start labor, aiming for vaginal birth.

Mechanical Cervical Prep

A method of cervical preparation using a device to dilate the cervix.

AROM Early Labor Risk

Breaking the amniotic sac early may increase C-section risk.

Primary PPH

Excessive bleeding within the first day post-delivery.

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Oxytocin (Pitocin) function

Induces contractions to progress labor .

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Induction labor indicator

Excessive blood loss (1000cc) with reduced hemoglobin/hematocrit (10%).

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Blood Loss Assessment

Compare and contrast the objective (QBL) with subjective (EBL) measures of blood loss.

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Study Notes

Induction of Labor (IOL)

Deliberate stimulation of labor onset for a vaginal birth.
Requires a medical indication.

IOL Interventions

Cervical preparation: softens, thins, and dilates the cervix.
- Mechanical: balloon catheter
- Pharmacological: misoprostol, cervidil
Oxytocin (Pitocin): stimulates contractions.
Amniotomy (AROM): artificial rupture of membranes.
- Early labor AROM increases C-section risk.
- Augmentation: stimulates contractions with stalled labor progress.

Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH)

Greatest risk in the first hour after birth.
Primary PPH: within 24 hours of birth.
Secondary (delayed) PPH: 1 to 6 weeks after birth.
Assessment: Estimated Blood Loss (EBL) compared to Quantitative Blood Loss (QBL).