Care Plans
Placenta Previa Care Plan
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Definition: Placenta previa is when the placenta implants in the lower uterus, covering part or all of the cervix, leading to potential bleeding during pregnancy or delivery |
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· The placenta supplies nutrients and oxygen to the fetus. · Typically grows in the upper uterus and separates after birth. |
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SYMPTOMS |
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Often asymptomatic; if present, usually painless vaginal bleeding in the second or third trimester. |
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RISK FACTORS |
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· Advanced maternal age · Multiparity (multiple pregnancies) · Uterine scarring (from previous surgeries) |
· Previous caesarean deliveries · Cocaine use |
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COMPLICATIONS |
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· Hemorrhage · Fetal distress · Maternal shock from blood loss |
· Preterm labor and delivery · Emergency caesarean delivery · Potential death (mother or baby) |
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NURSING PROCESS |
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MANAGEMENT GOALS: Prolong pregnancy, prevent bleeding. INTERVENTIONS: May include hospitalization for monitoring and medications to prevent early labor DELIVERY METHOD: Caesarean delivery is often necessary to minimize bleeding risks |
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NURSING ROLE · Provide education and support. · Conduct examinations and medical interventions. · Focus on preventing maternal and fetal mortality. |
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Definition: Placenta previa is when the placenta implants in the lower uterus, covering part or all of the cervix, leading to potential bleeding during pregnancy or delivery |
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KEY POINTS |
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· The placenta supplies nutrients and oxygen to the fetus. · Typically grows in the upper uterus and separates after birth. |
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SYMPTOMS |
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Often asymptomatic; if present, usually painless vaginal bleeding in the second or third trimester. |
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RISK FACTORS |
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· Advanced maternal age · Multiparity (multiple pregnancies) · Uterine scarring (from previous surgeries) |
· Previous caesarean deliveries · Cocaine use |
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COMPLICATIONS |
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· Hemorrhage · Fetal distress · Maternal shock from blood loss |
· Preterm labor and delivery · Emergency caesarean delivery · Potential death (mother or baby) |
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NURSING PROCESS |
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MANAGEMENT GOALS: Prolong pregnancy, prevent bleeding. INTERVENTIONS: May include hospitalization for monitoring and medications to prevent early labor DELIVERY METHOD: Caesarean delivery is often necessary to minimize bleeding risks |
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NURSING ROLE · Provide education and support. · Conduct examinations and medical interventions. · Focus on preventing maternal and fetal mortality. |
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No insights found