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What is primarily responsible for the increase in cardiac output during pregnancy?

  • Increased heart rate and increased stroke volume (correct)
  • Increased stroke volume and decreased heart rate
  • Increased heart rate and decreased stroke volume
  • Decreased heart rate and decreased stroke volume

    • What condition is associated with approximately 5% of women at term during pregnancy?

  • Supine hypotension syndrome (correct)
  • Hepatic dysfunction
  • Hypercoagulable state
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease

    • What happens to renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate during pregnancy?

  • Both remain unchanged
  • Both increase (correct)
  • Only renal plasma flow decreases
  • Both decrease significantly

    • Which of the following changes in the hepatic system is noted during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease in serum pseudcholinesterase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT contribute to the hypercoagulable state associated with pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease in factor VIII concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average increase in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>1000 – 1500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreases by as much as 40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological change occurs in the respiratory system during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease in functional residual capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does hyperventilation occur during pregnancy?

    <p>To slightly increase Pao2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the body compensate for respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of breathing is favored during pregnancy?

    <p>Thoracic breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average blood loss during a vaginal delivery?

    <p>400 – 500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change leads to dilutional anemia during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased plasma volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the state of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body?

    <p>Pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first trimester of pregnancy lasts for six months.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, how much does the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decrease by at term?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At term, pregnant women experience an increase in blood volume by _____ mL.

    <p>1000 – 1500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to functional residual capacity (FRC) during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the physiological changes with the corresponding systems:

    <p>Respiratory system = Increase in tidal volume and respiratory rate Cardiovascular system = Increase in blood volume CNS = Enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia Diaphragm = Elevation during pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women experience a compensatory increase in plasma bicarbonate concentration to prevent respiratory alkalosis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of breathing is favored during pregnancy?

    <p>Thoracic breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average blood loss during a cesarean section is approximately _____ mL.

    <p>800 – 1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change is primarily responsible for dilutional anemia during pregnancy?

    <p>Increase in plasma volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes supine hypotension syndrome in pregnant women?

    <p>Compression of the inferior vena cava</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate decrease during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in stroke volume during pregnancy?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy is associated with a __________ state, which means increased tendency for blood to clot.

    <p>hypercoagulable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the physiological changes during pregnancy with their corresponding effects:

    <p>Increase in stroke volume = Increased cardiac output Decreased serum pseudcholinesterase = Altered drug metabolism Hypercoagulable state = Increased risk of thrombosis Decreased plasma osmolality = Body fluid adaptation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT affected by pregnancy?

    <p>Hepatic blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are uncommon during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in heart rate during pregnancy?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pregnancy, concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII __________.

    <p>increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common effect of opioid and anticholinergic drugs during pregnancy?

    <p>Reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of increase in stroke volume is noted at term during pregnancy?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Supine hypotension syndrome affects around 10% of women at term during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate to increase during pregnancy?

    <p>Hormonal changes and increased blood volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, the plasma osmolality decreases by _____ mOsm/kg.

    <p>8-10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following systems with their physiological change during pregnancy:

    <p>Cardiovascular System = Increased heart rate Renal System = Increased glomerular filtration rate Gastrointestinal System = Increased gastroesophageal reflux Hematological System = Hypercoagulable state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following substances increases during pregnancy, contributing to the hypercoagulable state?

    <p>Fibrinogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The overall hepatic function and blood flow significantly increase during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The inferior vena cava can be compressed by the _____ during pregnancy, leading to supine hypotension syndrome.

    <p>gravid uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common condition related to the gastrointestinal system can occur during pregnancy?

    <p>Gastroesophageal reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What decrease in serum pseudocolinesterase activity is noted at term?

    <p>20-30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the increase in tidal volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased metabolic demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) increases during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change helps prevent significant respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreased plasma bicarbonate concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, blood volume increases by approximately ______ mL.

    <p>1000-1500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the physiological changes with their corresponding changes in the body:

    <p>Increased heart rate = Increased cardiac output Increased minute ventilation = Increased oxygen consumption Decreased FRC = Preferred thoracic breathing Dilutional anemia = Increased plasma volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During labor, which of the following is a common average blood loss for vaginal delivery?

    <p>400-500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women have a decreased sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional analgesia.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the increased tendency for blood to clot during pregnancy?

    <p>Hypercoagulable state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases by as much as ________%.

    <p>40</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the hemoglobin concentration in pregnant women?

    <p>It remains greater than 11 g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of supine hypotension syndrome during pregnancy?

    <p>Compression of the inferior vena cava</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, there is a decrease in glomerular filtration rate.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage increase in stroke volume is noted during pregnancy?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ is often noted in echocardiography during pregnancy due to cardiac adaptations.

    <p>myocardial hypertrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with their related physiological changes:

    <p>Supine hypotension syndrome = Compression of inferior vena cava Gastroesophageal reflux = Lower esophageal sphincter pressure reduction Increased blood coagulability = Higher levels of fibrinogen Decreased serum pseudocolinesterase = 20-30% at term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of opioid and anticholinergic drugs on the gastrointestinal system during pregnancy?

    <p>Facilitate gastroesophageal reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plasma osmolality decreases by 5-8 mOsm/kg during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII during pregnancy?

    <p>They increase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately __________ of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome.

    <p>5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurs in creatinine levels during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological change occurs in the cardiovascular system during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased cardiac output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) increases during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average increase in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>1000 - 1500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At term, pregnant women typically have a hemoglobin concentration greater than ______ g/dL.

    <p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following changes with their physiological systems:

    <p>Increased minute ventilation = Respiratory system Increased plasma volume = Cardiovascular system Decreased FRC = Respiratory system Decreased sensitivity to local anesthesia = Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to PaCO2 levels during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreases to 28 – 32 mmHg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average blood loss during a cesarean section is less than that during a vaginal delivery.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological adaptation helps prevent significant respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>Compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, with each trimester lasting ______ months.

    <p>three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average blood volume in pregnant women at term?

    <p>90 ml/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in heart rate during pregnancy?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Supine hypotension syndrome affects around 5% of women at term.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the increase in stroke volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased blood volume and enlarged cardiac chambers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately _____ of women at term develop supine hypotension syndrome.

    <p>5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the changes in the cardiovascular system during pregnancy:

    <p>Heart Rate = 20% increase Stroke Volume = 30% increase Cardiac Output = 40% increase Myocardial Hypertrophy = Noted on echocardiography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is linked to the hypercoagulable state during pregnancy?

    <p>Estrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gastroesophageal reflux is uncommon during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to plasma osmolality during pregnancy?

    <p>Decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fibrinogen concentrations increase during pregnancy, contributing to a __________ state.

    <p>hypercoagulable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the substances with their changes during pregnancy:

    <p>Renal Plasma Flow = Increases Glomerular Filtration Rate = Increases Blood Urea Nitrogen = Decreases Creatinine = Decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average increase in blood volume during pregnancy?

    <p>1000 – 1500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to tidal volume during pregnancy?

    <p>It increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At term, the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases by _____%.

    <p>40</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the physiological changes with the corresponding systems:

    <p>CNS = Decreased MAC Respiratory = Increased tidal volume Cardiovascular = Increased blood volume Gastrointestinal = Gastroesophageal reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compensatory mechanism prevents significant respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>Compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cardiac output and blood volume do not change significantly during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average blood loss during a cesarean section?

    <p>800 – 1000 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation _____ during pregnancy.

    <p>increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about hemoglobin concentration during pregnancy is correct?

    <p>It usually remains greater than 11 g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in heart rate during pregnancy?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Supine hypotension syndrome occurs in approximately 5% of women at term during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological state is associated with an increased tendency for blood to clot during pregnancy?

    <p>hypercoagulable state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The increase in cardiac output during pregnancy is primarily due to increases in heart rate and __________.

    <p>stroke volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cardiovascular changes with their corresponding percentage increase during pregnancy:

    <p>Heart Rate = 20% Stroke Volume = 30% Cardiac Output = 40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes supine hypotension syndrome in pregnant women?

    <p>Compression of the inferior vena cava</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate decrease during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition related to the gastrointestinal system is common during pregnancy?

    <p>Gastroesophageal reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII __________.

    <p>increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change is noted in the hepatic system during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease in enzyme activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change occurs in the cardiovascular system during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased cardiac output and blood volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) increases during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much does the average blood volume increase during pregnancy?

    <p>1000 to 1500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, women may experience _____, a condition associated with decreased functional residual capacity.

    <p>rapid oxygen desaturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following physiological changes with their corresponding outcomes during pregnancy:

    <p>Increased minute ventilation = Elevated tidal volume Decreased PaCO2 = Respiratory alkalosis prevention Increased plasma volume = Dilutional anemia Enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia = Regional anesthesia effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average blood loss during a vaginal delivery?

    <p>400 - 500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At term, the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) remains unchanged during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of breathing is favored during pregnancy?

    <p>Thoracic breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, the concentration of hemoglobin usually remains greater than _____ g/dL.

    <p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following physiological effects with their corresponding organ systems during pregnancy:

    <p>Cardiovascular = Increased blood volume Respiratory = Decreased functional residual capacity Endocrine = Hormonal changes Nervous = Enhanced sensitivity to anesthesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate increase in heart rate at term during pregnancy?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Supine hypotension syndrome affects approximately 5% of women at term during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to plasma osmolality during pregnancy?

    <p>decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, a __________ state is associated with an increased tendency for blood to clot.

    <p>hypercoagulable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following systems with their physiological changes during pregnancy:

    <p>Cardiovascular System = Cardiac chambers enlarge Renal System = Increase in renal plasma flow Gastrointestinal System = Gastroesophageal reflux Hematological System = Increase in fibrinogen levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is likely to decrease during pregnancy?

    <p>Creatinine levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Serum pseudocolinesterase activity increases at term during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common gastrointestinal issue experienced during pregnancy?

    <p>gastroesophageal reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII __________ during pregnancy.

    <p>increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage increase in stroke volume noted at term during pregnancy?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of decrease in minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) by term during pregnancy?

    <p>30% - 40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) increases during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compensatory mechanism prevents significant respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>A decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, the average blood volume increases by ______ mL.

    <p>1000 – 1500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the physiological changes with their corresponding effects during pregnancy:

    <p>Increase in tidal volume = Enhances oxygen delivery Decrease in FRC = Promotes rapid oxygen desaturation Increase in blood volume = May lead to dilutional anemia Elevated diaphragm = Compensated by chest expansion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common average blood loss during vaginal delivery?

    <p>400 – 500 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation decrease during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average hemoglobin concentration during pregnancy that usually remains greater than?

    <p>11 g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women's sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia is _______ compared to non-pregnant women.

    <p>enhanced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to inspiratory reserve volume during pregnancy?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy is divided into two trimesters.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cardiac output and blood volume decrease during pregnancy to meet metabolic demands.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Isolation of the diaphragm is compensated by a decrease in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plasma bicarbonate concentration increases to prevent respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hemoglobin concentration in pregnant women usually remains below 11 g/dL.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women experience enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average blood loss during vaginal delivery is greater than that of a cesarean section.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tidal volume increases during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term for the state of carrying a developing fetus is gestation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cardiac output increases by 40% during pregnancy primarily due to increases in heart rate and stroke volume.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately 5% of women experience supine hypotension syndrome at term.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate decrease during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fibrinogen concentrations decrease during pregnancy, increasing the risk of bleeding.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are commonly experienced by many pregnant women.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    There is a significant increase in serum pseudocolinesterase activity at term during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy is associated with a hypo-coagulable state, reducing the risk of thrombosis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Opioid and anticholinergic drugs may delay gastric emptying during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Stroke volume increases by 40% at term during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cardiac output increases by approximately 40% at term due to a 20% increase in heart rate and a 30% increase in stroke volume.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Supine hypotension syndrome affects approximately 10% of women at term during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate both decrease.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII decrease during pregnancy, contributing to a hypercoagulable state.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women may experience gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis as common conditions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The overall hepatic function and blood flow significantly increase during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plasma osmolality decreases by 8 - 10 mOsm/kg during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Creatinine levels tend to increase during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Myocardial hypertrophy is frequently observed in pregnant women through echocardiography.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Opioid and anticholinergic drugs have no effect on the lower esophageal sphincter pressure.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy is divided into four trimesters.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During pregnancy, the minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases by up to 40% at term.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Blood volume during pregnancy typically increases by more than 2000 mL.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thoracic breathing is less favored than abdominal breathing during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases by up to 20% at term during pregnancy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hemoglobin concentration typically remains below 11 g/dL during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnancy causes a significant increase in plasma bicarbonate concentration.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average blood loss during cesarean delivery is around 400-500 mL.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation both decrease during pregnancy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pregnant women experience decreased sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of pregnancy on oxygen consumption and minute ventilation?

    <p>Both oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does plasma volume change during pregnancy and what effect does it have?

    <p>Plasma volume increases by about 55%, leading to dilutional anemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the functional residual capacity (FRC) in pregnant women?

    <p>Functional residual capacity decreases by up to 20% at term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is there an increased sensitivity to local anesthesia during pregnancy?

    <p>Pregnant patients exhibit enhanced sensitivity due to physiological changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the respiratory system adapt to prevent respiratory alkalosis during pregnancy?

    <p>A compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration occurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological change is responsible for the average blood loss during vaginal delivery?

    <p>The average blood loss of 400-500 mL is due to increased blood volume and vascular changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of increased cardiac output during pregnancy.

    <p>Increased cardiac output meets the metabolic demands of the mother and fetus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the diaphragm during pregnancy, and how is this compensated?

    <p>The diaphragm is elevated, compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does pregnancy affect the minute ventilation in terms of its components?

    <p>Minute ventilation increases due to rises in tidal volume and respiratory rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does myocardial hypertrophy affect cardiac function during pregnancy?

    <p>Myocardial hypertrophy leads to increased cardiac efficiency, helping to accommodate the higher blood volume and output required during pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological factor contributes to the increase in stroke volume during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased blood volume and improved myocardial contractility contribute to the enhanced stroke volume during pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how supine hypotension syndrome develops in pregnant women.

    <p>Supine hypotension syndrome occurs when the gravid uterus compresses the inferior vena cava, reducing venous return and causing a drop in blood pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes occur in the renal system during pregnancy?

    <p>During pregnancy, there is an increase in renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate, leading to lower levels of creatinine and blood urea nitrogen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the impact of pregnancy on the lower esophageal sphincter pressure.

    <p>Pregnancy decreases the lower esophageal sphincter pressure, often leading to gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the activity of serum pseudocolinesterase change at term during pregnancy?

    <p>Serum pseudocolinesterase activity decreases by 20-30% at term during pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hematological changes are associated with pregnancy?

    <p>Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state, characterized by increased levels of fibrinogen and coagulation factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might plasma osmolality decrease during pregnancy?

    <p>Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg due to increased plasma volume and hemodilution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cardiac changes are typically observed at term in a pregnant woman?

    <p>At term, a pregnant woman typically exhibits an increase in both heart rate and stroke volume, enhancing overall cardiac output.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does pregnancy impact hepatic function?

    <p>Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged during pregnancy, although there is a notable decrease in serum pseudocolinesterase activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pregnancy Trimesters

    • Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, each lasting three months.

    Physiological Changes During Pregnancy

    • Pregnancy impacts most organ systems in the body.
    • Changes are primarily adaptive and beneficial for the mother in managing the stresses of pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

    Central Nervous System

    • The minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) for anesthetics decreases during pregnancy, reaching up to a 40% reduction at term.
    • Pregnant patients show heightened sensitivity to local anesthetics during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase throughout pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase.
    • Partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2) decreases to 28-32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing becomes more prevalent than abdominal breathing.
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term.
    • The combination of decreased FRC and increased oxygen consumption leads to rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea.
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation might slightly increase partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2).
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet the metabolic demands of both the mother and fetus.
    • Plasma volume increases by 55%, exceeding the 45% increase in red cell mass, resulting in dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration usually remains above 11 g/dL.
    • At term, blood volume increases by 1,000 to 1,500 mL in most women, reaching a total body volume of 90 mL/kg.
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400 to 500 mL compared to 800 to 1,000 mL for a cesarean section.
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1 to 2 weeks after delivery.
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is attributed to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge, and myocardial hypertrophy is often observed on echocardiography.
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop supine hypotension syndrome, caused by complete or near-complete compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen levels may decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8 to 10 mOsm/kg.
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy.
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, potentially facilitating gastroesophageal reflux and delaying gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged.
    • There is a 20 to 30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term.

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase.

    Pregnancy

    • State of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body
    • Divided into three trimesters
      • First trimester: first three months
      • Second trimester: second three months
      • Third trimester: last three months
    • Impacts most organ systems, many changes are adaptive and beneficial for the mother

    CNS

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy
      • Decreases by as much as 40% at term
    • Pregnant patients experience enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28 - 32 mmHg
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term
      • The combination of decreased FRC and increased O2 consumption leads to rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration
    • Hyperventilation may slightly increase PaO2
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demands
    • An increase in plasma volume (55%) exceeds the increase in red cell mass (45%)
      • Produces dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity
    • Hemoglobin concentration typically remains greater than 11 g/dL
    • At term:
      • Blood volume increases by 1,000 - 1,500 mL in most women
      • Total body volume reaches 90 mL/kg
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400 - 500 mL compared to 800 - 1,000 mL for a cesarean section
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1 - 2 weeks after delivery
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%)
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge and myocardial hypertrophy is often observed on echocardiography
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome
      • The cause of this syndrome appears to be complete or near-complete occlusion of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8 - 10 mOsm/kg
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, may facilitate gastroesophageal reflux and delay gastric emptying

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged
    • A 20 - 30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase

    Pregnancy

    • The state of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body.
    • Divided into three trimesters:
      • First trimester: The first three months of pregnancy.
      • Second trimester: The second three months of pregnancy.
      • Third trimester: The last three months of pregnancy.
    • Affects most organ systems.
    • Many physiological changes are adaptive and helpful for the mother to tolerate the stresses of pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

    CNS

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy, by as much as 40% at term.
    • Pregnant patients have enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase.
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28 – 32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing.
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term.
    • The combination of decreased FRC and increased oxygen consumption promotes rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea.
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation may slightly increase PaO2.
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demands.
    • An increase (55%) in plasma volume in excess of increased red cell mass (45%) produces dilutional anemia and reduces blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration usually remains greater than 11 g/dL.
    • At term:
      • Blood volume has increased by 1000 – 1500 mL in most women.
      • Total body volume reaches 90 mL/kg.
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400 – 500 mL, compared with 800 – 1000 mL for a Cesarean section.
    • Blood volume does not usually return to normal until 1 – 2 weeks after delivery.
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge, and myocardial hypertrophy is often noted on echocardiography.
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome.
    • The cause of this syndrome appears to be complete or near-complete occlusion of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8 – 10 mOsm/kg.
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy.
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which may facilitate gastroesophageal reflux and delay gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow are unchanged.
    • A 20 – 30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term.

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase.

    Pregnancy

    • The state of carrying a developing fetus within the female body
    • Divided into three trimesters: first, second, and third trimester
    • The duration of each trimester is three months
    • Pregnancy greatly affects most organ systems, with many changes appearing to be adaptive to pregnancy, labor, and delivery

    Central Nervous System (CNS)

    • The minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy by as much as 40% at term
    • Pregnant patients are more sensitive to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28 – 32 mmHg
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing during pregnancy
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term
    • Increased oxygen consumption combined with decrease in FRC promotes rapid oxygen desaturation during apnea
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration
    • Hyperventilation may increase PaO2 slightly
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolism demands
    • Plasma volume increases by 55% while the increase in red cell mass is 45%. This results in dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity
    • Despite the reduced blood viscosity, Hb concentration usually remains greater than 11g/dL
    • At term:
      • Blood volume increases by 1000 - 1500 mL in most women
      • Total body volume reaches 90 ml/kg
      • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400 - 500 mL while Cesarean section is 800-1000 mL
      • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1-2 weeks after delivery
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%)
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge and myocardial hypertrophy are often noted on echocardiogram
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome caused by complete or near-complete compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure which may facilitate gastroesophageal reflux and delay gastric emptying

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow are unchanged
    • A 20-30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, XII all increase

    Pregnancy

    • Pregnancy is the state of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body.
    • Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters:
      • First Trimester: The first three months.
      • Second Trimester: The second three months of pregnancy.
      • Third Trimester: The last three months.
    • Pregnancy affects most organ systems.

    CNS

    • The Minimum Alveolar Concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy, by as much as 40% at term.
    • Pregnant patients have enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase.
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28-32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing.
    • Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term.
    • The combination of decreased FRC and increased O2 consumption promotes rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea.
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation may slightly increase PaO2.
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demand.
    • There is an increase (55%) in plasma volume in excess of increased red cell mass (45%), producing dilutional anemia and reducing blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration usually remains greater than 11 g/dL.
    • At term:
      • Blood volume has increased by 1000–1500 mL in most women.
      • Total body volume reaches 90 ml/kg.
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400–500 mL compared to 800–1000 mL for a Cesarean section.
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1–2 weeks after delivery.
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge, and myocardial hypertrophy is often noted in echocardiography.
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome.
    • The cause of the syndrome appears to be the complete or near-complete occlusion of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8–10 mOsm/kg.
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy.
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which may facilitate gastroesophageal reflux and delay gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow are unchanged.
    • There is a 20–30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term.

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase.

    Pregnancy

    • Carrying and developing a fetus within the female body
    • Divided into three trimesters: first, second, and third trimesters, each lasting three months
    • Affects most organ systems with changes being adaptive to tolerate the stresses of pregnancy, labor, and delivery

    CNS

    • Decreased Minimum Alveolar Concentration (MAC) during pregnancy, up to 40% at term
    • Increased sensitivity to Local Anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia

    Respiratory System

    • Increased oxygen consumption and minute ventilation
    • Increased tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume
    • Decreased PaCo2 to 28-32 mmHg
    • Thoracic breathing favored over abdominal breathing
    • Decreased Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) by up to 20% at term contributing to rapid oxygen desaturation during apnea
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by decreased plasma bicarbonate concentration
    • Hyperventilation slightly increases Pao2
    • Diaphragm elevation is compensated by increased anteroposterior diameter of the chest

    Cardiovascular System

    • Increased cardiac output and blood volume to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demand
    • Plasma volume increases by 55% exceeding the 45% increase in red cell mass, causing dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity
    • Hemoglobin concentration remains greater than 11 g/dL
    • At term, blood volume increases by 1000-1500 mL and total body volume reaches 90 mL/kg
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400-500 mL, compared to 800-1000 mL for a cesarean section
    • Blood volume doesn’t return to normal until 1-2 weeks after delivery
    • Increased Cardiac Output (40% at term) due to increased heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%)
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge and myocardial hypertrophy is often noted during echocardiography
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop supine hypotension syndrome caused by compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Increased renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate
    • Decreased Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen
    • Decreased Plasma Osmolality by 8-10 mOsm/kg
    • Gastroesophageal reflex and esophagitis are common
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, facilitating gastroesophageal reflex and delaying gastric emptying

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged
    • 20-30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy associated with hypercoagulable state
    • Increased Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, XII

    Pregnancy & Trimesters

    • Pregnancy involves the development of a fetus within the female body.
    • It's divided into three trimesters, each lasting three months.

    Central Nervous System (CNS)

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy, reaching up to a 40% reduction by term.
    • Pregnant patients exhibit enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume also increase.
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28-32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing.
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term.
    • The combined effect of decreased FRC and increased oxygen consumption promotes rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea.
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation may slightly increase PaO2.
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demands.
    • Plasma volume increases by 55%, exceeding the 45% increase in red cell mass, resulting in dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration typically remains above 11 g/dL.
    • At term, blood volume has increased by 1000-1500 mL in most women.
    • Total body volume reaches 90 mL/kg.
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400-500 mL, compared to 800-1000 mL for a Cesarean section.
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1-2 weeks after delivery.
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is attributed to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge and myocardial hypertrophy is often observed on echocardiography.
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop supine hypotension syndrome, potentially caused by compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen levels may decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy.
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, potentially contributing to gastroesophageal reflux and delayed gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged.
    • A 20-30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity occurs at term.

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase.

    Pregnancy Physiology Changes

    • Pregnancy is the state of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body.
    • Three trimesters:
      • First trimester: First three months
      • Second trimester: Second three months
      • Third trimester: Last three months
    • Pregnancy affects most organ systems, with many changes being adaptive and beneficial for the mother.

    Central Nervous System (CNS)

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC): Decreases during pregnancy, up to 40% at term.
    • Sensitivity to local anesthesia: Increased sensitivity during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption & minute ventilation: Increase during pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume: Also increase.
    • PaCO2: Decreases to 28 – 32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing: Favored over abdominal breathing.
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC): Decreases up to 20% at term. This, combined with increased oxygen consumption, leads to rapid oxygen desaturation during apnea.
    • Respiratory alkalosis: Prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation: May slightly increase PaO2.
    • Diaphragm elevation: Compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume: Increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demand.
    • Plasma volume: Increases by 55%, exceeding the increase in red cell mass (45%), resulting in dilutional anemia and reduced blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration: Usually remains above 11 g/dL.
    • Blood volume at term: Increases by 1000-1500 mL in most women, reaching 90 mL/kg.
    • Blood loss during delivery: 400-500 mL for vaginal delivery and 800-1000 mL for cesarean section.
    • Blood volume return to normal: Occurs 1-2 weeks after delivery.
    • Cardiac output increase: At term, increases by 40%, due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chamber enlargement & myocardial hypertrophy: Often observed on echocardiography.
    • Supine hypotension syndrome: Affects approximately 5% of women at term. This syndrome is caused by compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal & Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate: Increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen: May decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality: Decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg.
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis: Common during pregnancy.
    • Opioids and anticholinergic drugs: Reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, facilitating gastroesophageal reflux and delaying gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow: Remain unchanged.
    • Serum pseudocholinesterase activity: Decreases by 20-30% at term.

    Hematological System

    • Hypercoagulable state: Associated with pregnancy.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, XII: All increase.

    Pregnancy

    • Pregnancy is the state of carrying and developing a fetus within the female body.
    • Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters: first, second, and third.
    • The first trimester is the first three months of pregnancy.
    • The second trimester is the second three months of pregnancy.
    • The third trimester is the last three months of pregnancy.

    Central Nervous System (CNS)

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy, by as much as 40% at term.
    • Pregnant patients have enhanced sensitivity to local anesthesia during regional anesthesia and analgesia.

    Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy.
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume increase.
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28-32 mmHg.
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing.
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term.
    • The combination of decreased FRC and increased O2 consumption promotes rapid oxygen desaturation during periods of apnea.
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a compensatory decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration.
    • Hyperventilation may slightly increase PaO2.
    • Elevation of the diaphragm is compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest.

    Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demands.
    • An increase (55%) in plasma volume in excess of red cell mass increase (45%) produces dilutional anemia and reduces blood viscosity.
    • Hemoglobin concentration usually remains greater than 11g/dL.
    • At term, blood volume increases by 1000-1500 mL in most women.
    • Total body volume reaches 90 ml/kg.
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400-500 mL, compared with 800-1000 mL for a cesarean section.
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1-2 weeks after delivery.
    • The increase in cardiac output (40% at term) is due to increases in heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%).
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge and myocardial hypertrophy is often noted on echocardiography.
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome.
    • The cause of this syndrome appears to be complete or near-complete occlusion of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus.

    Renal and Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy.
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease.
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg.
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy.
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which may facilitate gastroesophageal reflux and delay gastric emptying.

    Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow remain unchanged.
    • There is a 20-30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term.

    Hematological System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, and XII all increase.

    Pregnancy and the CNS

    • Minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) decreases during pregnancy, by as much as 40% at term
    • Pregnant patients have a higher sensitivity to local anesthetics during regional anesthesia and analgesia

    Pregnancy and the Respiratory System

    • Oxygen consumption and minute ventilation increase during pregnancy
    • Tidal volume, respiratory rate, and inspiratory reserve volume increase
    • PaCO2 decreases to 28-32 mmHg
    • Thoracic breathing is favored over abdominal breathing
    • Functional residual capacity (FRC) decreases up to 20% at term
    • Decreased FRC and increased oxygen consumption lead to rapid oxygen desaturation during apnea
    • Significant respiratory alkalosis is prevented by a decrease in plasma bicarbonate concentration
    • Hyperventilation slightly increases PaO2
    • The diaphragm is elevated and compensated by an increase in the anteroposterior diameter of the chest

    Pregnancy and the Cardiovascular System

    • Cardiac output and blood volume increase to meet maternal and fetal metabolic demand
    • Plasma volume increases by 55% while red cell mass increases by 45%, producing dilutional anemia and reducing blood viscosity
    • Hemoglobin concentration usually remains greater than 11 g/dL
    • At term, blood volume has increased by 1000-1500 mL in most women
    • Total body volume reaches 90 ml/kg
    • Average blood loss during vaginal delivery is 400-500 mL, compared to 800-1000 mL for a cesarean section
    • Blood volume does not return to normal until 1-2 weeks after delivery
    • Cardiac output increases by 40% at term due to increased heart rate (20%) and stroke volume (30%)
    • Cardiac chambers enlarge, and myocardial hypertrophy is often noted on echocardiography
    • Approximately 5% of women at term develop the supine hypotension syndrome
    • The cause of this syndrome is compression of the inferior vena cava by the gravid uterus

    Pregnancy and the Renal and Gastrointestinal System

    • Renal plasma flow and glomerular filtration rate increase during pregnancy
    • Creatinine and blood urea nitrogen may decrease
    • Plasma osmolality decreases by 8-10 mOsm/kg
    • Gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis are common during pregnancy
    • Opioid and anticholinergic drugs reduce lower esophageal sphincter pressure, facilitating gastroesophageal reflux and delaying gastric emptying

    Pregnancy and the Hepatic System

    • Overall hepatic function and blood flow are unchanged
    • A 20-30% decrease in serum pseudocholinesterase activity at term

    Pregnancy and the Hematologic System

    • Pregnancy is associated with a hypercoagulable state
    • Fibrinogen and concentrations of factors VII, VIII, IX, X, XII increase

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