Introduction to the Partograph
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What does degree 1 moulding indicate regarding the fetal skull bones?

  • Bones are overlapping and cannot be separated.
  • Bones are just touching each other. (correct)
  • Bones are completely separated and sutures are easily felt.
  • Bones are overlapping but can be separated easily.

In which situation should a mother be urgently referred to a health facility during labour?

  • Identification of degree 1 moulding.
  • Detection of a small caput formation.
  • Assessment of normal fetal heart rate.
  • Discovery of +3 moulding with poor progress of labour. (correct)

What is the proper documentation scale for measuring moulding on the partograph?

  • 1 to +3.
  • 0 to +3. (correct)
  • 1 to +5.
  • 0 to +5.

What does degree 2 moulding signify about the fetal skull bones?

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How should caput formation be documented on the partograph?

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What does it mean if the sutures are overlapped but reducible?

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What is indicated by the grade +3 caput formation?

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Why is it important to assess signs of moulding during labour?

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What does a finding of +3 moulding indicate during labour?

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How often should contractions be recorded on the partograph?

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What is the normal fetal heart rate range at term?

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Which condition is referred to as persistent fetal bradycardia?

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What method can be used to assess fetal wellbeing during labor?

<p>Counting fetal heartbeats every 30 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the fetal heart rate is counted to be below 120 beats/minute?

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What should be done in case of persistent fetal tachycardia?

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What does the shading on the partograph squares indicate?

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At what cervical dilation does the active phase of the first stage of labor begin?

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What should you do if you initially start a partograph during false labor?

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How often should vaginal examinations be carried out during the active phase of labor?

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When should you start recording on the partograph?

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What happens if a woman is still in the latent phase after 8 hours?

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What is the maximum cervical dilation at the end of the active phase of labor?

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Which of the following is true regarding the partograph?

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What should you do if you need to refer a mother to a higher-level health facility?

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What should be recorded if the fetal membranes are intact?

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How often should maternal blood pressure be measured during labor?

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Which type of amniotic fluid indicates potential fetal distress if meconium-stained?

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When should the woman in labor be referred to a higher health facility for M1 liquor?

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How is the fetal heart rate recorded on the partograph when measured less than 30 minutes apart?

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What does the presence of clear amniotic fluid typically indicate?

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What is the maximum interval for recording the maternal pulse during labor?

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What should be documented if the amniotic fluid is blood-stained?

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What is one benefit of using a partograph during labor?

<p>It can detect if labor is progressing normally. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates good progress of labor on a partograph?

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How often should the mother's pulse be measured and recorded on the partograph during normally progressing labor?

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What fetal heart rate range is considered indicative of fetal wellbeing?

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Which of the following is an indicator for immediate referral during labor?

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Which of the following would NOT be recorded on a partograph for fetal wellbeing?

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What is the recommended frequency for measuring the mother's temperature during normally progressing labor?

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Which of the following is a sign of poor progress of labor that may require immediate referral?

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What does it mean that Bekelech is a gravida 5, para 4 mother?

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What gestational age is indicated by 40 weeks and 4 days?

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At what stage of labor is Bekelech currently during her assessment?

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What does a fetal heart rate of 144 beats/minute indicate?

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What monitoring actions should be taken during Bekelech's labor?

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How often should vaginal examinations be conducted in Bekelech's case?

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What station indicates that the fetal head is not yet engaged?

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What is an important consideration for Bekelech given her obstetric history?

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Flashcards

Partograph Use

A tool to monitor labor progress, recording key measurements.

Active First Stage of Labor

Labor phase starting at 4 cm cervical dilation.

Partograph Recording

Recording labor progress measurements regularly within the active first stage.

Cervical Dilation (cm)

Measures the opening of the cervix, used to determine labor stage.

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Latent Phase of Labor

Early labor phase, lasts until 4 cm cervical dilation.

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New Partograph for True labor

Start a new partograph record for each instance of true labor.

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Active Labor Monitoring

Regular evaluation during active labor using partograph.

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Partograph Referral

Send the partograph with a referral for higher level care if needed, with clinician's evaluation.

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Moulding Degree 1 (+1)

Adjacent skull bones are touching but not overlapping.

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Moulding Degree 2 (+2)

Skull bones are overlapping, but can be separated easily with finger pressure.

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Moulding Degree 3 (+3)

Skull bones are overlapping and cannot be easily separated with finger pressure.

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Obstructed Labour Risk

Increased risk of difficulty during childbirth, often due to fetal head size or position.

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Refer Urgent Conditions

Need for immediate referral to a healthcare facility for potential obstructed labor.

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Recording Moulding

Documenting the degree of fetal head compression in the partograph using a numerical scale (0-3).

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Caput Formation

Swelling of the fetal head caused by pressure during labor.

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Caput Measurement

Assessing the size and extent of caput formation on fetal head during vaginal examination; graded 0, +1, +2 or +3.

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Uterine Contractions

Uterine contractions are essential for labor progress. They become more frequent and longer as labor advances.

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Monitoring Labor Contractions

Record contractions every 30 minutes on a partograph. Each square represents a contraction in a 10-minute period.

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Fetal Heart Rate (FHR)

A vital sign used to assess fetal wellbeing during labour. Normal range is 120-160 beats per minute at term.

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Persistent Fetal Bradycardia

FHR persistently below 120 bpm for 10 minutes or more.

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Persistent Fetal Tachycardia

FHR persistently above 160 bpm for 10 minutes or more.

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Fetal Distress

A serious condition where the fetal heart beat is persistently outside the normal range for 10 minutes or more

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Fetal Wellbeing Assessment

A process that involve checking fetal heart beat every 30 minutes. Check the colour of the amniotic fluid if the membranes rupture.

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+3 Moulding

A sign that there might be a blockage in the mother's uterus, potentially interfering with the baby's journey down the birth canal

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Fetal heart rate recording

Recording the fetal heart rate on a partograph at specific time intervals. Each square on the partograph represents 30 minutes.

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Normal fetal heart rate range

Fetal heart rate within a standard range, as recorded on a partograph.

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Meconium-stained amniotic fluid (M1, M2, M3)

Amniotic fluid with varying degrees of meconium staining (light, medium, and heavy). M3 is like soup.

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Amniotic fluid monitoring

Observing and recording the status of the amniotic fluid (intact, absent, clear, blood-stained, meconium-stained).

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Maternal vital signs

Monitoring of maternal well-being through recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and urine output during labor and delivery.

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Fetal distress indicators

Identifying potential problems with the fetus, including abnormal fetal heart rate patterns and meconium-stained amniotic fluid.

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Timing of assessment & recording

Recording fetal heart rate at less than 30 minute intervals on the back of the partograph. Other observations are recorded below the fetal heart rate.

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Referrals for severe meconium

Refer a laboring woman to a higher-level facility if meconium staining (M1, M2, or M3) is present, particularly in specific labor stages, even with normal fetal heart rate.

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Gravida 5, Para 4

A woman who has had 5 pregnancies, and 4 children born alive.

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Gestational age of 40 weeks and 4 days

The baby is full-term, which is a normal pregnancy duration.

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Active phase of first stage labor

Labor stage where cervix is dilating and contractions are stronger and more frequent.

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Fetal head at -3 station

The baby's head is not yet engaged in the birth canal.

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Normal fetal heart rate

Heart rate between 120-160 beats per minute is considered normal.

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Monitoring labor progress

Regularly checking vital signs and indicators of fetal well-being.

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Vaginal examination frequency

More frequent monitoring than average, especially when labor seems to progress rapidly or has possible risks.

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Term Labor Progress

The active phase of labor, with consistent cervical dilation and contractions.

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Normal Labor Progress

Normal labor progress is indicated by cervical dilation that stays on or to the left of the Alert Line on the partograph.

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Fetal Descent

Fetal Descent refers to the baby's movement down the birth canal, which should coincide with cervical dilation.

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Fetal Heart Rate

Normal Fetal Heart Rate is between 120-160 beats/minute, with slight variations lasting less than 10 minutes.

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Amniotic Fluid

Clear or slightly stained amniotic fluid (C or M1) is a sign of fetal well-being. Heavy staining (M2 or M3) might indicate complications.

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Vital Sign Monitoring (Normal Labor)

In a normal labor, vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, urine) should be measured and recorded regularly on the partograph.

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Immediate Referral

Immediate referral is necessary when the partograph shows signs of slow cervical dilation, poor labor progress, abnormal fetal heart rate, or stained amniotic fluid.

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Study Notes

Introduction to the Partograph

  • Maternal mortality in developing countries, including Ethiopia, is often linked to complications during prolonged labor.
  • Common complications include hemorrhage, infection, and obstructed labor.

The Partograph

  • A partograph is a chart used to monitor labor progress and identify potential complications.
  • It visually tracks key aspects of labor, helping to detect abnormal progress or fetal distress.
  • It aids in timely intervention and ensures both maternal and fetal well-being.

Key Aspects of the Partograph

  • Key Terms: Key terms related to labor are defined (e.g., gravida, para, contractions).
  • Partograph Applications: The importance of using the partograph for labor progress monitoring is described.
  • Partograph Components: The partograph's components (e.g., patient identification, fetal heart rate, cervical dilation, contractions) and their correct measurement intervals are detailed.
  • Good Labor Progress Indicators: The chart flags good labor progression and signs of both maternal and fetal well-being.

Using the Partograph

  • Normal vs. Abnormal Progress: The guidelines for recognizing abnormal or normal labor progression are clearly defined.
  • Finding Issues: Ways to identify when things go wrong, and whether to refer patients are detailed.
  • Cervical Dilatation: Interpretation of cervical dilation measurements within the context of the partograph is highlighted.
  • Labor Progress Rate: Measures to detect progression—speed and rate of dilation—using the partograph chart are described.

Fetal Wellbeing

  • Fetal Heart Rate: The normal range and significance of deviations from normal fetal heart rate are explained.
  • Amniotic Fluid: The importance of noting amniotic fluid color and amount is described.
  • Moulding: Assessment and recording of fetal skull molding on the partograph is described.
  • Fetal Head Descent: Measuring and interpreting fetal head descent using the partograph is outlined.
  • Fetal Distress Indicators: Signs on the partograph that may indicate fetal distress are identified.

When to Refer

  • Referral Criteria: The conditions under which a laboring woman should be referred to a higher-level facility are specified.
  • False Labour: Distinction between true and false labor and how to manage the situation is explained.
  • Emergency Situations: In the event of an emergency—such as fetal distress or complications during labor—the actions to take and referral criteria are stated.
  • Monitoring Tools: The use of the partograph to identify and document the need for immediate referral is described.

Maternal Wellbeing

  • Vital Signs: The importance of routinely monitoring maternal vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and urine output) is emphasized.
  • Labors Progress: The signs of good progress and slow progression of labor are explained.

Additional Partograph Points

  • Partograph Use: The use of the partograph in specific scenarios is provided.
  • Important Considerations: The significance of properly recording all observations and measurements on the partograph, and how to interpret them is highlighted.
  • Case Studies: Case study examples to illustrate the use of the partograph are presented.

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This quiz covers the vital concept of the partograph in monitoring labor progress. It highlights its role in preventing complications during childbirth, especially in developing countries. Key terms and components related to the partograph are also examined, emphasizing their importance for maternal and fetal health.

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