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RhoGam [Rho(D) Immune Globulin]
- Indications
- Antepartum Prevention at 28 weeks
- Suppress Antibody Production
- Mechanism of Action
- Lysis of Fetal RBC in Maternal Bloodstream
- Side Effects
- Myalgia and Lethargy
- Considerations
- Negative Coombs Test
- Standard Dose 300 mcg
- Microdose 50 mcg
- Blood Product
2 mins
Variable Decelerations
- Mechanism
- Umbilical Cord Compression
- Occurs During
- Abnormal Cord Position
- Considerations
- Transition Phase
- Interventions
- Oxygen with Non-Rebreather (8-10 L/min)
- Change Maternal Position
- Discontinue Oxytocin
2 mins
True vs. False Labor
- Bloody Show
- True Labor
- Regular, Strong Contractions
- Progressive Effacement and Dilation
- Engagement of Presenting Part
- False Labor
- Irregular Contractions
- Cervix Soft
- No Engagement of Presenting Part
2 mins
Early Decelerations
- Cause
- Fetal Head Compression
- Occurs During
- Uterine Contractions
- Placement of Internal Mode of Monitoring
- Vaginal Examination
- Fundal Pressure
- Considerations
- Normal Pattern
1 min
Late Decelerations
- Cause
- Uteroplacental Insufficiency
- Occurs During
- Disruption of Oxygen Transfer to Fetus
- Considerations
- Abnormal Pattern
- Interventions
- Discontinue Oxytocin
- Oxygen with Non-Rebreather (8-10 L/min)
- Side-lying Position
- Elevate Legs
- Increase Rate of IV Solution
2 mins
Decelerations (and Accelerations) Overview
- VEAL CHOP
- Variable Deceleration
- Cord Compression
- Early Deceleration
- Head Compression
- Acceleration
- Okay
- Late Deceleration
- Placental Insufficiency
2 mins
Asian American Culture
- Avoids Direct Eye Contact
- Conflict Avoidance
- Soft Voice Tone
- Males Make Most Decisions
- Feet Considered Dirty
- Hot-Cold Theory of Illness
- Soups and Rice After Birth
2 mins
Arab American Culture
- Touch Only When Same Gender
- May Request Same Gender Healthcare Provider
- Females Avoid Eye Contact with Males
- Males Often Make Decisions
- Muslims
- Infertility Grounds for Divorce
- No Organ Donation
2 mins
Mexican American Culture
- May Avoid Eye Contact with Authoritative Figures
- Family Involved in Decisions
- Emotional Bereavement
- No Organ Donation
- Curandero (Curandera)
- Hot-Cold Theory of Illness
- Abdominal Binder after Pregnancy
2 mins
Native American Culture
- No Direct Eye Contact
- No Organ Donation
- No Blood Donation
- Strong Handshakes Offensive
- Tribal Shaman
- Navajo Mother Massage Newborn
2 mins
Alcohol Use Disorder Assessment (Formerly Alcohol Abuse Assessment)
- Intoxication
- CNS Depression
- Withdrawal
- Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
- Medical Complications
- GI Distress
- Cardiomyopathy
- Pancreatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Immunosuppression
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Considerations
- Screening (Assessments)
3 mins
Alcohol Use Disorder Interventions (Formerly Alcohol Abuse Interventions)
- Withdrawal
- Reduce Environmental Stimuli
- Antianxiety Medications
- Vitamin Supplements
- Seizure Precautions
- Suicide Precautions
- Fever
- Considerations
- Identify Support Systems
- Group Therapy
- Disulfiram
- Naltrexone
2 mins
Opioid Use Disorder and Withdrawal Assessment (Formerly Opioid Abuse and Withdrawal Assessment)
- Abuse Assessment
- Euphoria
- Miosis
- CNS Depression
- Abuse Withdrawal
- Yawning
- Gooseflesh
- Sweating
- Rhinorrhea
- Kicking Movements
- Consideration
- Naloxone
1 min
Substance Use Disorder Assessment (Formerly Substance Abuse Assessment)
- Changes in Mood
- Poor Hygiene
- Odd Sleep Patterns
- Frequent Injuries
- Relationship or Job Difficulty
- Poor Performance
- Anorexia OR Weight Loss
- Social Isolation
- Financial Problems
2 mins
Ovulatory Hormones I - Follicular Phase
- Characteristics
- 0-14 Days
- GnRH Stimulates FSH and LH
- Follicle Secretes Estrogen
- Negative Feedback from Estrogen
- Increased Estrogen Leads to Positive Feedback
- FSH and LH Surge
- LH Spike Leads to Ovulation
2 mins
Ovulatory Hormones II - Luteal Phase
- Days 15-28
- Corpus Luteum
- Secretes Progesterone
- Negative Feedback inhibits FSH and LH
- No pregnancy forms Corpus Albicans
- Stops Estrogen Secretion
- Endometrial Sloughing - Menses
- GnRH secretion produces new follicular phase
2 mins
Menopause Lab Findings
- Decreased Estrogen
- Lack of Negative Feedback
- Increased FSH
- Increased LH
- Increased GnRH
- Small Amount of Estrogen From Androgen Conversion
- Increased Androgens = Hirsutism
1 min
Ejaculation Pathway
- SEVEn UP
- Seminiferous Tubules
- Epididymis
- Vas Deferens
- Ejaculatory Ducts
- Urethra
- Penis
1 min
Testes
- Characteristics
- FSH Stimulates Sertoli Cells
- Inhibin B Release
- LH Stimulates Leydig Cells
- Leydig Cells Secrete Testosterone
- Testosterone Causes Male Development
2 mins
Infertility
- No Conception After 1 Year
- Interventions
- Artificial Insemination
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
- Drug Therapy
- Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid)
- Menotropins
- GnRH Agonists
- Considerations
- Treat Underlying Disorders
- Emotional Support
- Multiple Gestations
3 mins
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