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MATERNAL/OB NOTES
Human Sexuality
A. Concepts
1. A person’s sexuality encompasses the complex behaviors, attitudes
emotions and preferences that are related to sexual self and eroticism.
2. Sex – basic and dynamic aspect of life
3. During reproductive years, the nurse performs as resource person on
human sexuality.
B. Definitions related to sexuality:
Gender identity – sense of femininity or masculinity

2-4 yrs/3 yrs gender identity develops.
Role identity – attitudes, behaviors and attributes that differentiate roles
Sex – biologic male or female status. Sometimes referred to a specific sexual

behavior such as sexual intercourse.
Sexuality - behavior of being boy or girl, male or female man/ woman. Entity
life long dynamic change.
- developed at the moment of conception.
II. Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

A. Female Reproductive System
1. External value or pretender
a. Mons pubis/veneris - a pad of fatty tissues that lies over the symphysis
pubis covered by skin and at puberty covered by pubic hair that serves as
cushion or protection to the symphysis pubis.
Stages of Pubic Hair Development

Tannerscale tool - used to determine sexual maturity rating.
Stage 1 – Pre-adolescence. No pubic hair. Fine body hair only
Stage 2 – Occurs between ages 11 and 12 – sparse, long, slightly
pigmented & curly hair at pubis symphysis
Stage 3 occurs between ages 12 and 13 – darker & curlier at labia
Stage 4 – occurs between ages 13 and 14, hair assumes the normal
appearance of an adult but is not so thick and does no appear to
the inner aspect of the upper thigh.
Stage 5 sexual maturity- normal adult- appear inner aspect of upper
thigh .
b. Labia Majora - large lips longitudinal fold, extends symphisis pubis to
perineum
c. Labia Minora – 2 sensitive structures
clitoris- anterior, pea shaped erectile tissue with lots sensitive nerve
endings sight of sexual arousal (Greek-key)
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fourchette- Posterior, tapers posteriorly of the labia minora- sensitive to
manipulation, torn during delivery.
Site – episiotomy.
d. Vestibule – an almond shaped area that contains the hymen, vaginal orifice
and bartholene’s glands.
1. Urinary Meatus – small opening of urethra, serves for urination

2. Skenes glands/or paraurethral gland – mucus secreting subs for
lubrication
3. hymen – covers vaginal orifice, membranous tissue
4. vaginal orifice – external opening of vagina
5. bartholene’s glands- paravaginal gland or vulvo vaginal gland -2 small
mucus secreting subs – secrets alkaline subs.
Alkaline – neutralizes acidity of vagina
Ph of vagina - acidic
Doderleins bacillus – responsible for acidity of vagina
Carumculae mystiformes-healing of torn hymen
e. Perineum – muscular structure – loc – lower vagina & anus
Internal:
A. vagina – female organ of copulation, passageway of mens & fetus, 3 –
4inches or 8 – 10 cm long, dilated canal
Rugae – permits stretching without tearing
B. uterus- Organ of mens is a hollow, thick walled muscular organ. It varies

in size, shape and weights.
Size- 1x2x3
Shape: nonpregnant pear shaped / pregnant - ovoid
Weight - nonpregnant – 50 -60 kg- pregnant – 1,000g
Pregnant/ Involution of uterus:
4th stage of labor - 1000g
2 weeks after delivery - 500g
3 weeks after delivery - 300 g
5-6 weeks after delivery - returns to original, state 50 – 60
Three parts of the uterus

1. fundus - upper cylindrical layer
2. corpus/body - upper triangular layer
3. cervix - lower cylindrical layer
* Isthmus lower uterine segment during pregnancy
Cornua-junction between fundus & interstitial
Muscular compositions: there are three main muscle layers which make expansion
possible in every direction.
1. Endometrium- inside uterus, lines the nonpregnant uterus. Muscle layer for
menstruation. Sloughs during menstruation.
Decidua- thick layer.
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Endometriosis-proliferation of endometrial lining outside uterus.
Common site: ovary.
S/sx: dysmennorhea, low back pain.
Dx: biopsy, laparoscopy
Meds: 1. Danazole (Danocrene) a. to stop mens b. inhibit ovulation
2. Lupreulide (Lupron) –inhibit FSH/LH production
2. Myometrium – largest part of the uterus, muscle layer for delivery process
 Its smooth muscles are considered to be the living ligature of the body.
- Power of labor, resp- contraction of the uterus
3. Perimetrium – protects entire uterus
C. ovaries – 2 female sex glands, almond shaped. Ext- vestibule int – ovaries
Function: 1. ovulation
2. Production of hormones
d. Fallopian tubes – 2-3 inches long that serves as a passageway of the sperm from
the uterus to the ampulla or the passageway of the mature ovum or fertilized ovum
from the ampulla to the uterus.
4 significant segments
1. Infundibulum – distal part of FT, trumpet or funnel shaped, swollen at
ovulation
2. Ampulla – outer 3rd or 2nd half, site of fertilization
3. Isthmus – site of sterilization – bilateral tubal ligation
4. Interstitial – site of ectopic pregnancy – most dangerous
B. Male Reproductive System

1. External
penis – the male organ of copulation and urination. It contains of a body
of a shaft consisting of 3 cylindrical layers and erectile tissues. At its tip
is the most sensitive area comparable to that of the clitoris in the female
– the glands penis.
3 Cylindrical Layers
2 corpora cavernosa
1 corpus spongiosum
Scrotum – a pouch hanging below the pendulous penis, with a medial septum
dividing into two sacs, each of which contains a testes.
- cooling mechanism of testes
- < 2 degrees C than body temp.
- Leydig cell – release testosterone
2. Internal
The Process of Spermatogenesis – maturation of sperm

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ale and Female homologues
Male Female
Penile glans Clitoral glans
Penile shaft Clitorial shaft
Testes ovaries
Prostate Skene’s gands
Cowper’s Glands Bartholin's glands
Scrotum Labia Majora
III. Basic Knowledge on Genetics and Obstetrics

1. DNA – carries genetic code
2. Chromosomes – threadlike strands composed of hereditary material – DNA
3. Normal amount of ejaculated sperm 3 – 5 cc., 1 tsp
4. Ovum is capable of being fertilized with in 24 – 36 hrs after ovulation
5. Sperm is viable within 48 – 72 hrs, 2-3 days
6. Reproductive cells divides by the process of meiosis (haploid)
Spermatogenesis – maturation of sperm
Oogenesis – process - maturation of ovum
Gematogenesis – formation of 2 haploid into diploid 23 + 23 = 46 or diploid
7. Age of Reproductivity – 15 – 44yo
8. Menstruation-
Menstrual Cycle – beginning of mens to beginning of next mens
Average Menstrual Cycle – 28 days
Average Menstrual Period - 3 – 5 days
Normal Blood loss – 50cc or ¼ cup
Related terminologies:
Menarche – 1st mens
Dysmenorrhea – painful mens
Metrorrhagia – bleeding between mens
Menorhagia – excessive during mens
Amenorrhea – absence of mens
Menopause – cessation of mens/ average : 51 years old
9. Functions of Estrogen and Progestin
* Estrogen “Hormone of the Woman” –

Primary function: development secondary sexual characteristic female.
Others:
1. inhibit production of FSH ( maturation of ovum)
2. hypertrophy of myometrium
3. Spinnbarkeit & Ferning ( billings method/ cervical)
4. development ductile structure of breast
5. increase osteoblast activities of long bones
6. increase in height in female
7. causes early closure of epiphysis of long bones
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8. causes sodium retention
9. increase sexual desire
*Progestin “ Hormone of the Mother”

Primary function: prepares endometrium for implantation of fertilized ovum making
it thick & tortous (twisted)
Secondary Function: uterine contractility (favors pregnancy)
Others: 1.inhibit prod of LH (hormone for ovulation)
2.inhibit motility of GIT
3. mammary gland development
4. increase permeability of kidney to lactose & dextrose causing (+)
sugar
5. causes mood swings in moms
6. increase BBT
10. Menstrual Cycle

4 phases of Menstrual Cycle
1. Phases of Menstrual Cycle:
1. Proliferative
2. Secretory
3. Ischemic
4. Menses
Parts of body responsible for mens:

1. hypothalamus
2. anterior pituitary gland – master clock of body
3. ovaries
4. uterus
Initial phase – 3rd day – decreased estrogen
13th day – peak estrogen, decrease progesterone
14th day – Increase estrogen, increase progesterone
15th day – Decrease estrogen, increase progesterone
I. On the initial 3rd phase of menstruation , the estrogen level is decreased,
this level stimulates the hypothalamus to release GnRH or FSHRF
II. GnRH/FSHRF – stimulates the anterior pituitary gland to release FSH
Functions of FSH:
1. Stimulate ovaries to release estrogen
2. Facilitate growth primary follicle to become graffian follicle (secrets
large amt estrogen & contains mature ovum.)
III. Proliferative Phase – proliferation of tissue or follicular phase, post mens
phase. Pre-ovularoty.
-phase of increase estrogen.
Follicular Phase – causing irregularities of mens

Postmenstrual Phase
Preovulatory Phase – phase increase estrogen
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IV. 13th day of menstruation, estrogen level is peak while the progesterone
level is down, these stimulates the hypothalamus to release GnRF on LHRF
1.)Mittelschmerz – slight abdominal pain on L or RQ of abdomen,
marks ovulation day.
2.)Change in BBT, mood swing
V. GnRF/LHRF stimulates the ant pit gland to release LH.

Functions of LH:
1. (13th day-decreased progesterone) LH stimulates ovaries to release
progesterone
2. hormone for ovulation
VI. 14th day estrogen level is increased while the progesterone level is
increased causing rupture of graffian follicle on process of ovulation.
VII. 15th day, after ovulation day, graafian follicle starts to degenerate
yellowish known as corpus luteum (secrets large amount of progesterone)
VIII. Secretory phase-

Lutheal Phase
Postovulatory PhaseIncreased progesterone
Premenstrual Phase
IX. 24th day if no fertilization, corpus luteum degenerate ( whitish – corpus

albicans)
X. 28th day – if no sperm in ovum – endometrium begins to slough off to

begin mens
Cornix- where sperm is deposited

Sperm- small head, long tail, pearly white
Phonones-vibration of head of sperm to determine location of ovum
Sperm should penetrate corona radiata and zona pellocida.
Capacitation- ability of sperm to release proteolytic enzyme to penetrate corona
radiata and zona pellocida.
11. Stages of Sexual Responses (EPOR)

Initial responses:
Vasocongestion – congestion of blood vessels
Myotonia – increase muscle tension
1. Excitement Phase – (sign present in both sexes, moderate increase in HR,

RR,BP, sex flush, nipple erection) – erotic stimuli cause increase sexual
tension, lasts minutes to hours.
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2. Plateau Phase – (accelerated V/S) – increasing & sustained tension nearing
orgasm. Lasts 30 seconds – 3 minutes.
3. Orgasm – (involuntary spasm throughout body, peak v/s) involuntary release
of sexual tension with physiologic or psychologic release, immeasurable peak
of sexual experience. May last 2 – 10 sec- most affected are is pelvic area.
4. Resolution – (v/s return to normal, genitals return to pre-excitement phase)

Refractory Period – the only period present in males, wherein he cannot be
restimulated for about 10-15 minutes
A. Fertilization
B. Stages of Fetal Growth and Development
3-4 days travel of zygote – mitotic cell division begins
*Pre-embryonic Stage
a. Zygote- fertilized ovum. Lifespan of zygote – from fertilization to 2 months
b. Morula – mulberry-like ball with 16 – 50 cells, 4 days free floating &
multiplication
c. Blastocyst – enlarging cells that forms a cavity that later becomes the
embryo. Blastocyst – covering of blastocys that later becomes placenta &
trophoblast
d. Implantation/ Nidation- occurs after fertilization 7 – 10 days.
Fetus- 2 months to birth.
placenta previa – implantation at low side of uterus
Signs of implantation:
1. slight pain
2. slight vaginal spotting
- if with fertilization – corpus luteum continues to function & become
source of estrogen & progesterone while placenta is not developed.
3 processes of Implantation
1. Apposition
2. Adhesion
3. Invasion
C. Decidua – thickened endometrium ( Latin – falling off)

* Basalis (base) part of endometrium located under fetus where placenta is
delivered
* Capsularies – encapsulate the fetus
* Vera – remaining portion of endometrium.
C. Chorionic Villi- 10 – 11th day, finger life projections

3 vessels=
A – unoxygenated blood
V – O2 blood
A – unoxygenated blood
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Wharton’s jelly – protects cord
Chorionic villi sampling (CVS) – removal of tissue sample from the fetal
portion of the developing placenta for genetic screening. Done early in
pregnancy. Common complication fetal limb defect. Ex missing digits/toes.
E. Cytotrophoblast – inner layer or langhans layer – protects fetus against syphilis

24 wks/6 months – life span of langhans layer increase. Before 24 weeks critical,
might get infected syphilis
F. Syncytiotrophoblast – synsitial layer – responsible production of hormone
1. Amnion – inner most layer

a. Umbilical Cord- FUNIS, whitish grey, 15 – 55cm, 20 – 21”. Short
cord: abruptio placenta or inverted uterus.
Long cord:cord coil or cord prolapse
b. Amniotic Fluid – bag of H2O, clear, odor mousy/musty, with
crystallized forming pattern, slightly alkaline.
*Function of Amniotic Fluid:
1. cushions fetus against sudden blows or trauma
2. facilitates musculo-skeletal development
3. maintains temp
4. prevent cord compression
5. help in delivery process
normal amt of amniotic fluid – 500 to 1000cc
polyhydramnios, hydramnios- GIT malformation TEF/TEA, increased amt of fluid

oligohydramnios- decrease amt of fluid – kidney disease
Diagnostic Tests for Amniotic Fluid
A. Amniocentesis empty bladder before performing the procedure.

Purpose – obtain a sample of amniotic fluid by inserting a needle
through the abdomen into the amniotic sac; fluid is tested for:
1. Genetic screening- maternal serum alpha feto-protein test (MSAFP)
– 1st trimester
2. Determination of fetal maturity primarily by evaluating factors
indicative of lung maturity – 3rd trimester
Testing time – 36 weeks
decreased MSAFP= down syndrome
increase MSAFP = spina bifida or open neural tube defect
Common complication of amniocenthesis – infection
Dangerous complications – spontaneous abortion
3rd trimester- pre term labor
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Important factor to consider for amniocentesis- needle insertion site
Aspiration of yellowish amniotic fluid – jaundice baby
Greenish – meconium
A. Amnioscopy – direct visualization or exam to an intact fetal membrane.

B. Fern Test- determine if amniotic fluid has ruptured or not (blue paper turns
green/grey - + ruptured amniotic fluid)
C. Nitrazine Paper Test – diff amniotic fluid & urine.
Paper turns yellow- urine. Paper turns blue green/gray-(+) rupture of
amn fluid.
1. Chorion – where placenta is developed
Lecithin Sphingomyelin L/S

Ratio- 2:1 signifies fetal lung maturity not capable for RDS
Shake test – amniotic + saline & shake

Foam test
Phosphatiglyceroli: PG+ definitive test to determine fetal lung maturity
a. Placenta – (Secundines) Greek – pancake, combination of chorionic villi +

deciduas basalis. Size: 500g or ½ kg
-1 inch thick & 8” diameter
Functions of Placenta:
1. Respiratory System – beginning of lung function after birth of baby.

Simple diffusion
2. GIT – transport center, glucose transport is facilitated, diffusion more rapid

from higher to lower. If mom hypoglycemic, fetus hypoglycemic
3. Excretory System- artery - carries waste products. Liver of mom detoxifies

fetus.
4. Circulating system – achieved by selective osmosis

5. Endocrine System – produces hormones
 Human Chorionic Gonadrophin – maintains corpus luteum alive.

 Human placental Lactogen or sommamommamotropin Hormone –
for mammary gland development. Has a diabetogenic effect – serves
as insulin antagonist
 Relaxin Hormone- causes softening joints & bones
 estrogen
 progestin
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6. It serves as a protective barrier against some microorganisms – HIV,HBV
Fetal Stage “ Fetal Growth and Development”

Entire pregnancy days – 266 – 280 days 37 – 42 weeks
Differentiation of Primary Germ layers

* Endoderm
1st week endoderm – primary germ layer
Thyroid – for basal metabolism
Parathyroid - for calcium
Thymus – development of immunity
Liver – lining of upper RT & GIT
* Mesoderm – development of heart, musculoskeletal system, kidneys

and repro organ
* Ectoderm – development of brain, skin and senses, hair, nails, mucus

membrane or anus & mouth
First trimester:
1st month - Brain & heart development
GIT& resp Tract – remains as single tube
1. Fetal heart tone begins – heart is the oldest part of the body
2. CNS develops – dizziness of mom due to hypoglycemic
effect
Food of brain – glucose complex CHO – pregnant
womans food (potato)
Second Month
1. All vital organs formed, placenta developed
2. Corpus luteum – source of estrogen & progesterone of infant – life
span – end of 2nd month
3. Sex organ formed
4. Meconium is formed
Third Month
1. Kidneys functional
2. Buds of milk teeth appear
3. Fetal heart tone heard – Doppler – 10 – 12 weeks
4. Sex is distinguishable
Second Trimester: FOCUS – length of fetus
Fourth Month
1. lanugo begins to appear
2. fetal heart tone heard fetoscope, 18 – 20 weeks
3. buds of permanent teeth appear
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Fifth Month
1. lanugo covers body
2. actively swallows amniotic fluid
3. 19 – 25 cm fetus,
4. Quickening- 1st fetal movement. 18- 20 weeks primi, 16- 18 wks – multi
5. fetal heart tone heard with or without instrument
Sixth Month
1. eyelids open
2. wrinkled skin
3. vernix caseosa present
Third trimester: Period of most rapid growth. FOCUS: weight of fetus

Seventh Month – development of surfactant – lecithin
Eighth Month
1. lanugo begin to disappear
2. sub Q fats deposit
3. Nails extend to fingers
Ninth Month
1. lanugo & vernix caseosa completely disappear
2. Amniotic fluid decreases
Tenth Month – bone ossification of fetal skull
Terratogens- any drug, virus or irradiation, the exposure to such may

cause damage to the fetus
A. Drugs:
Streptomycin – anti TB & or Quinine (anti malaria) – damage to 8th
cranial nerve – poor hearing & deafness
Tetracycline – staining tooth enamel, inhibit growth of long bone
Vitamin K – hemolysis (destr of RBC), hyperbilirubenia or jaundice
Iodides – enlargement of thyroid or goiter
Thalidomides – Amelia or pocomelia, absence of extremities
Steroids – cleft lip or palate

Lithium – congenital malformation
B. Alcohol – lowered weight (vasoconstriction on mom), fetal alcohol
withdrawal syndrome char by microcephaly
C. Smoking – low birth rate
D. Caffeine – low birth rate
E. Cocaine – low birth rate, abruption placenta
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TORCH (Terratogenic) Infections – viruses
CHARACTERISTICS: group of infections caused by organisms that can cross the
placenta or ascend through birth canal and adversely affect fetal growth and
development. These infections are often characterized by vague, influenza like
findings, rashes and lesions, enlarged lymph nodes, and jaundice (hepatic
involvement). In some chases the infection may go unnoticed in the pregnant
woman yet have devastating effects on the fetus. TORCH: Toxoplasmosis, Other,
Rubella, Cytomegalo virus, Herpes simples virus.
T – toxoplasmosis – mom takes care of cats. Feces of cat go to raw vegetables or

meat
O – others. Hepa A or infectious heap – oral/ fecal (hand washing)
Hepa B, HIV – blood & body fluids
Syphilis
R – rubella – German measles – congenital heart disease (1st month) normal rubella
titer 1:10
<1:10 – less immunity to rubella, after delivery, mom will be given rubella
vaccine. Don’t get pregnant for 3 months. Vaccine is terratogenic
C – cytomegalo virus
H – herpes simplex virus
VI. Physiological Adaptation of the Mother to Pregnancy
A. Systemic Changes
1. Cardiovascular System – increase blood volume of mom (plasma blood) 30
– 50% = 1500 cc of blood
- easy fatigability, increase heart workload, slight
hypertrophy of ventricles, epistaxis – due to hyperemia of
nasal membrane palpitation,
Physiologic Anemia – pseudo anemia of pregnant women
Normal Values
Hct 32 – 42%
Hgb 10.5 – 14g/dL
Criteria
1st and 3rd trimester.- pathologic anemia if lower
HCT should not be 33%, Hgb should not be < 11g/dL
2nd trimester – Hct should not <32%

Hgb Shdn't < 10.5% pathologic anemia if lower
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Pathogenic Anemia
- iron deficiency anemia is the most common hematological disorder. It affects
toughly 20% of pregnant women.
- Assessment reveals:
 Pallor, constipation
 Slowed capillary refill
 Concave fingernails (late sign of progressive anemia) due to chronic
physio hypoxia
Nursing Care:
 Nutritional instruction – kangkong, liver due to ferridin content, green leafy
vegetable-alugbati,saluyot, malunggay, horseradish, ampalaya
 Parenteral Iron ( Imferon) – severe anemia, give IM, Z tract- if improperly
administered, hematoma.
 Oral Iron supplements (ferrous sulfate 0.3 g. 3 times a day) empty stomach 1
hr before meals or 2 hrs after, black stool, constipation
 Monitor for hemorrhage
Alert:
 Iron from red meats is better absorbed iron form other sources
 Iron is better absorbed when taken with foods high in Vit C such as orange
juice
 Higher iron intake is recommended since circulating blood volume is
increased and heme is required from production of RBCs
Edema – lower extremities due venous return is constricted due to large belly,
elevate legs above hip level.
Varicosities – pressure of uterus

- use support stockings, avoid wearing knee high socks
- use elastic bandage – lower to upper
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Vulbar varicosities- painful, pressure on gravid uterus, to relieve- position – side
lying with pillow under hips or modified knee chest position
Thrombophlebitis – presence of thrombus at inflamed blood vessel

- pregnant mom hyperfibrinogenemia
- increase fibrinogen
- increase clotting factor
- thrombus formation candidate
outstanding sign – (+) Homan's sign – pain on cuff during dorsiflexion

milk leg – skinny white legs due to stretching of skin caused by inflammation or
phlagmasia albadolens
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Mgt:
1.)Bed rest
2.)Never massage
3.)Assess + Homan sign once only might dislodge thrombus
4.)Give anticoagulant to prevent additional clotting (thrombolytics will dilute)
5.)Monitor APTT antidote for Heparin toxicity, protamine sulfate
6.)Avoid aspirin! Might aggravate bleeding.
2. Respiratory system – common problem SOB due to enlarged uterus &

increase O2 demand
Position- lateral expansion of lungs or side lying position.
3. Gastrointestinal – 1st trimester change
 Morning Sickness – nausea & vomiting due to increase HCG. Eat dry
crackers or dry CHO diet 30 minutes before arising bed. Nausea afternoon -
small freq feeding. Vomiting in preg – emesisgravida.
Metabolic alkalosis, F&E imbalance – primary med mgt – replace fluids.
Monitor I&O
constipation – progesterone resp for constipation. Increase fluid intake, increase

fiber diet
- fruits – papaya, pineapple, mango, watermelon, cantaloupe, apple with
skin, suha.
Except guava – has pectin that’s constipating – veg – petchy, malungay.
- exercise
-mineral oil – excretion of fat soluble vitamins
* Flatulence – avoid gas forming food – cabbage
* Heartburn – or pyrosis – reflux of stomach content to esophagus

- small frequent feeding, avoid 3 full meals, avoid fatty & spicy food,
sips of milk, proper body mechanical
increase salivation – ptyalsim – mgt mouthwash
*Hemorrhoids – pressure of gravid uterus. Mgt; hot sitz bath for comfort
4. Urinary System – frequency during 1st & 3rd trimester lateral expansion of
lungs or side lying pos – mgt for nocturia
Acetyace test – albumin in urine
Benedicts test – sugar in urine
5. Musculoskeletal
Lordosis – pride of pregnancy

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Waddling Gait – awkward walking due to relaxation – causes softening of joints &
bones
Prone to accidental falls – wear low heeled shoes
Leg Cramps – causes: prolonged standing, over fatigue, Ca & phosphorous
imbalance(#1 cause while pregnant), chills, oversex, pressure of gravid uterus
(labor cramps) at lumbo sacral nerve plexus
Mgt: Increase Ca diet-milk(Inc Ca & Inc phosphorus)-1pint/day or 3-4
servings/day. Cheese, yogurt, head of fish,
Dilis, sardines with bones, brocolli, seafood-tahong (mussels),
lobster, crab.
Vit D for increased Ca absorption
dorsiflexion
B. Local Changes
Local change: Vagina:
V – Chadwick’s sign – blue violet discoloration of vagina
C – Goodel's sign – change of consistency of cervix
I – Hegar's – change of consistency of isthmus (lower uterine segment)
LEUKORRHEA – whitish gray, mousy odor discharge

ESTROGEN – hormone, resp for leucorrhea
OPERCULUM – mucus plug to seal out bacteria.
PROGESTERONE – hormone responsible for operculum
PREGNANT – acidic to alkaline change to protect bacterial growth (vaginitis)
Problems Related to the Change of Vaginal Environment:

a. Vaginitits – trichomonas vaginalis due to alkaline environment of vagina of
pregnant mom
Flagellated protozoa – wants alkaline
S&Sx:
Greenish cream colored frothy irritatingly itchy with foul smelling
odor with vaginal edema
Mgt:
FLAGYL – (metronidazole – antiprotozoa). Carcinogenic drug so don’t
give at 1st trimester
1. treat dad also to prevent reinfection
2. no alcohol – has antibuse effect
VAGINAL DOUCHE – IQ H2O : 1 tbsp white vinegar
b. Moniliasis or candidiasis due to candida albecans, fungal infection.

Color – white cheese like patches adheres to walls of vagina.
Signs & Symptoms:

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Management – antifungal – Nistatin, genshan violet, cotrimaxole,
canesten
Gonorrhea -Thick purulent discharge
Vaginal warts- condifoma acuminata due to papilloma virus
Mgt: cauterization
2. Abdominal Changes – striae gravidarium (stretch marks) due enlarging uterus-

destruction of sub Q tissue – avoid scratching, use coconut oil, umbilicus is
protruding
3. Skin Changes – brown pigmentation nose chin, cheeks – chloasma melasma

due to increased melanocytes.
Brown pinkish line- linea nigra- symphisis pubis to umbilicus
4. Breast Changes – increase hormones, color of areola & nipple

pre colostrums present by 6 weeks, colostrums at 3rd trimester
Breast self exam- 7 days after mens –– supine with pillow at back
quadrant B – upper outer – common site of cancer
Test to determine breast cancer:

1. mammography – 35 to 49 yrs once every 1 to 2 yrs
50 yrs and above – 1 x a yr
6. Ovaries – rested during pregnancy
7. Signs & symptoms of Pregnancy

A. Presumptive – s/s felt and observed by the mother but does not confirm
positive diagnosis of pregnancy . Subjective
B. Probable – signs observed by the members of health team. Objective
C. Positive Signs – undeniable signs confirmed by the use of instrument.
Ballotment sign of myoma

* + HCG – sign of H mole
- trans vaginal ultrasound. Empty bladder
- ultrasound – full bladder
placental grading – rating/grade

o – immature
1 – slightly mature
2 – moderately mature
3 – placental maturity
What is deposited in placenta which signify maturity - there is calcium
Presumptive Probable Positive
Breast changes Goodel's- change of consistency of cervix Ultrasound
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Urinary freq Chadwick’s- blue violet discoloration of evidence
Fatigue vagina (sonogram) full
Amenorrhea Hegar's- change of consistency of isthmus bladder
Morning sickness Elevated BBT – due to increased
Enlarged uterus progesterone Fetal heart tone
Positive HCG or (+)preg test Fetal movement
Cloasma Fetal outline
Linea negra Ballottement – bouncing of fetus when Fetal parts
Increased skin lower uterine is tapped sharply palpable
pigmentation Enlarged abdomen
Striae gravidarium Braxton Hicks contractions – painless
Quickening irregular contractions
VII. Psychological Adaptation to Pregnancy (Emotional response of mom –

Reva Rubin theory)
First Trimester: No tanginal signs & sx, surprise, ambivalence, denial – sign of
maladaptation to pregnancy. Developmental task is to accept biological facts of
pregnancy
Focus: bodily changes of preg, nutrition
Second Trimester – tangible S&Sx. mom identifies fetus as a separate entity – due
to presence of quickening, fantasy. Developmental task – accept growing fetus as
baby to be nurtured.
Health teaching: growth & development of fetus.
Third Trimester: - mom has personal identification on appearance of baby

Development task: prepare of birth & parenting of child. HT: responsible
parenthood ‘baby’s Layette” – best time to do shopping.
Most common fear – let mom listen to FHT to allay fear
Lamaze classes
VII. Pre-Natal Visit:

1. Frequency of Visit: 1st 7 months – 1x a month
8 – 9 months – 2 x a month
10 – once a week
post term 2 x a week
2. Personal data – name, age (high risk < 18 & >35 yrs old) record to determine
high risk – HBMR. Home base mom’s record. Sex ( pseudocyesis or false
pregnancy on men & women)
Couvade syndrome – dad experiences what mom goes through – lihi)
Address, civil status, religion, culture & beliefs with respect, non judgmental
Occupation – financial condition or occupational hazards, education background
– level knowledge
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3. Diagnosis of Pregnancy
1.)urine exam to detect HCG at 40 – 100th day. 60 – 70 day peak HCG. 6
weeks after LMP- best to get urine exam.
2.)Elisa test – test for preg detects beta subunit of HCG as early as 7 –
10days
3.)Home preg kit – do it yourself
4. Baseline Data: V/S esp. BP, monitor wt. (increase wt – 1st sign preeclampsia)
Weight Monitoring
First Trimester: Normal Weight gain 1.5 – 3 lbs (.5 – 1lb/month)
Second trimester: normal weight gain 10 – 12 lbs(4 lbs/month) (1
lb/wk)
Third trimester: normal weight gain 10 – 12 lbs(4 lbs/ month) ( 1lb/wk)
Minimum wt gain – 20 – 25 lbs
Optimal wt gain – 25 – 35 lbs
5. Obstetrical Data:
nullipara – no pregnancy
a. Gravida- # of pregnancy
b. Para - # of viable pregnancy
Viability – the ability of the fetus to live outside the uterus at the earliest possible
gestational age.
age of viability - 20 – 24 wks
Term 37 – 42 wks,
Preterm -20 – 37 weeks
abortion <20 weeks
Sample Cases:
1 – abortion GTPAL
1 – 2 mo 2 0 01 0
nd
G–2
P–0
1 – 40th AOG GT P A L
1 – 36 AOG
th
612 2 4
2 – misc
1 – twins 35 AOG
1 – 4th month G6 P3
1 – 39th week
1 – miscarriage GP GTPAL
1 – stillbirth 33 AOG (considered as para) 42 4 11 1 1
1 – preg 3 wk
rd
1 – 33 P
1 41st L
1 – abort A
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1 – still 39 GP GTPAL
1 triplet 32 6 4 6 2 2 15
1 4 mon
th
c. Important Estimates:
1. Nagele’s Rule – use to determine expected date of delivery

Get LMP -3+ 7 +1 Apr-Dec LMP – Jan Feb Mar
M D Y +9 +7 no year
LMP Jan 25, 04

+9 +7
10 / 32 / 04
- 1
add 1 month to month
11/31/04 EDD
2. McDonald’s Rule – to determine age of gestation IN WEEKS

FUNDIC HT X 7/8=AOG in WK
Fundic Ht X 7 = AOG in weeks

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Fr sypmhisis pubis to fundus 24 X 7 =21 wks
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3. Bartholomew’s Rule – to determine age of gestation by proper location of
fundus at abdominal cavity.
3 months – above sym pub

5 months – level of umbilicus
9 months – below zyphoid
10 months – level of 8 months due to lightening
4. Haases rule – to determine length of the fetus in cm.

Formula: 1st ½ of preg , square @ month
2nd ½ of preg, x @ month by 5
3mos x 3 = 9cm
4 mos x 4 = 16 cm 10 x 5 = 50 cm 1st ½ of preg
5 x 5 = 25 cm
6 x 5 = 30 cm
7 x 5 = 35 cm 2nd ½ of preg
8 x 5 = 40 cm
9 x 5 = 45 cm
d. tetanus immunizations – prevents tetanus neonatum

-mom with complete 3 doses DPT young age considered as TT1 & 2.
Begin TT3
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TT1 – any time during pregnancy
TT2 – 4 wks after TT1 – 3 yrs protection
TT3 – 6 months after TT2 – 5 yrs protection
TT4 – 1 yr after TT3 – 10 yrs protection
TT5 – yr after TT4 – lifetime protection
5. Physical Examination:
A. Examine teeth: sign of infection
Danger signs of Pregnancy
C - chills/ fever - infection
Cerebral disturbances ( headache – preeclampsia)
A – abdominal pain ( epigastric pain – aura of impending convulsions
B – boardlike abdomen – abruption placenta

Increase BP – HPN
Blurred vision – preeclampsia
Bleeding – 1st trimester, abortion, ectopic pre/2nd – H mole, incompetent cervix
3rd – placental anomalies
S – sudden gush of fluid – PROM (premature rupture of membrane) prone to inf.
E – edema to upper ext. (preeclampsia)
6. Pelvic Examination – internal exam

1. empty bladder
2. universal precaution
EXT OS of cervix – site for getting specimen
Site for cervical cancer
Pap Smear – cervical cancer

- composed of squamous columnar tissue
Result:
Class I - normal
Class IIA – acytology but no evidence of malignancy
B – suggestive of infl.
Class III – cytology suggestive of malignancy
Class IV – cytology strongly suggestive of malignancy
Class V – cytology conclusive of malignancy
Stages of Cervical Cancer

Stage 0 – carcinoma insitu
1 – cancer confined to cervix
2 - cancer extends to vagina
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3 – pelvis metastasis
4 – affection to bladder & rectum
7. Leopold’s Maneuver
Purpose: is done to determine the attitude, fetal presentation lie, presenting
part, degree of descent, an estimate of the size, and number of fetuses, position,
fetal back & fetal heart tone
- use palm! Warm palm.
Prep mom:
1. Empty bladder
2. Position of mom-supine with knee flex (dorsal recumbent – to relax
abdominal muscles)
Procedure:
1st maneuver: place patient in supine position with knees slightly flexed; put towel
under head and right hip; with both hands palpate upper abdomen and fundus.
Assess size, shape, movement and firmness of the part to determine presentation
2nd Maneuver: with both hands moving down, identify the back of the fetus ( to
hear fetal heart sound) where the ball of the stethoscope is placed to determine
FHT. Get V/S(before 2nd maneuver) PR to diff fundic soufflé (FHR) & uterine
soufflé.
Uterine soufflé – maternal H rate
3rd Maneuver: using the right hand, grasp the symphis pubis part using thumb and
fingers.
To determine degree of engagement.
Assess whether the presenting part is engaged in the pelvis )Alert : if the head is
engaged it will not be movable).
4th Maneuver: the Examiner changes the position by facing the patient’s feet. With
two hands, assess the descent of the presenting part by locating the cephalic
prominence or brow. To determine attitude – relationship of fetus to 1 another.
When the brow is on the same side as the back, the head is extended. When the
brow is on the same side as the small parts, the head will be flexed and vertex
presenting.
Attitude – relationship of fetus to a part – or degree of flexion

Full flexion – when the chin touches the chest
8.Assessment of Fetal Well-Being-

A. Daily Fetal Movement Counting (DFMC) –begin 27 weeks
Mom- begin after meal - breakfast
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a. Cardiff count to 10 method – one method currently available
(1) Begin at the same time each day (usually in the morning, after breakfast) and
count each fetal movement, noting how long it takes to count 10 fetal movements
(FMs)
(2) Expected findings – 10 movements in 1 hour or less
3) Warning signs
a.) more then 1 hour to reach 10 movements
b.) less then 10 movements in 12 hours(non-reactive- fetal distress)
c.) longer time to reach 10 FMs than on previous days
d.) movement are becoming weaker, less vigorous
Movement alarm signals - < 3 FMs in 12 hours
4.) warning signs should be reported to healthcare provider immediately; often
require further testing. Examples: nonstress test (NST), biographical profile (BPP)
B. Nonstress test – to determine the response of the fetal heart rate to activity
Indication – pregnancies at risk for placental insufficiency
Postmaturity
a.)pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH), diabetes
b.)warning signs noted during DFMC
c.)maternal history of smoking, inadequate nutrition
Procedure:
Done within 30 minutes wherein the mother is in semi-fowler’s position (w/ fetal
monitor); external monitor is applied to document fetal activity; mother activates
the “mark button” on the electronic monitor when she feels fetal movement.
Attach external noninvasive fetal monitors

1. tocotransducer over fundus to detect uterine contractions and fetal
movements (FMs)
2. ultrasound transducer over abdominal site where most distinct fetal heart
sounds are detected
3. monitor until at least 2 FMs are detected in 20 minutes
 if no FM after 40 minutes provide woman with a light snack or gently
stimulate fetus through abdomen
 if no FM after 1 hour further testing may be indicated, such as a CST
Result:
Noncreative
Nonstress
Not Good
Reactive
Responsive is
Real Good
Interpretation of results
i. reactive result
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1. Baseline FHR between 120 and 160 beats per minute
2. At least two accelerations of the FHR of at least 15 beats per minute,
lasting at least 15 seconds in a 10 to 20 minute period as a result of FM
3. Good variability – normal irregularity of cardiac rhythm representing a
balanced interaction between the parasympathetic (decreases FHR) and
sympathetic (increase FHR) nervous system; noted as an uneven line on
the rhythm strip.
4. result indicates a healthy fetus with an intact nervous system
ii. Nonreactive result

1. Stated criteria for a reactive result are not met
2. Could be indicative of a compromised fetus.
Requires further evaluation with another NST, biophysical profile, (BPP) or
contraction stress test (CST)
9. Health teachings
a. Nutrition – do nutritional assessment – daily food intake
High risk moms:
1. Pregnant teenagers – low compliance to heath regimen.
2. Extremes in wt – underweight, over wt – candidate for HPN, DM
3. Low socio – economic status
4. Vegetarian mom – decrease CHON – needs Vit B12 – cyanocobalamin –
formation of folic acid – needed for cell DNA & RBC formation. (Decrease
folic acid – spina bifida/open neural tube defect)
How many Kcal CHO x4,CHON x4, fats x 9
Recommended Nutrient Requirement that increases During Pregnancy

Nutrients Requirements Food Source
Calories 300 calories/day above Caloric increase should
Essential to supply energy the prepregnancy daily reflect
for requirement to maintain - Foods of high nutrient
- increased metabolic rate ideal body weight and value such as protein,
- utilization of nutrients meet energy requirement complex carbohydrates
- protein sparing so it can to activity level (whole grains,
be used for - Begin increase in vegetables, fruits)
- Growth of fetus second trimester - Variety of foods
- Development of - Use weight – gain representing foods
structures required for pattern as an sources for the nutrients
pregnancy including indication of requiring during
placenta, amniotic fluid, adequacy of calorie pregnancy
and tissue growth. intake. - No more than 30% fat
- Failure to meet
caloric requirements
can lead to ketosis as
fat and protein are
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used for energy;
ketosis has been
associated with fetal
damage.
Protein 60 mg/day or an increase Protein increase should

Essential for: of 10% above daily reflect
- Fetal tissue growth requirements for age - Lean meat, poultry, fish
- Maternal tissue growth group - Eggs, cheese, milk
including uterus and - Dried beans, lentils, nuts
breasts Adolescents have a - Whole grains
- Development of higher protein * vegetarians must take
essential pregnancy requirement than mature note of the amino acid
structures women since adolescents content of CHON foods
- Formation of red blood must supply protein for consumed to ensure
cells and plasma their own growth as well ingestion of sufficient
proteins as protein t meet the quantities of all amino
* Inadequate protein intake pregnancy requirement acids
has been associated with
onset of pregnancy induces
hypertension (PIH)
Calcium-Phosphorous Calcium increases of Calcium increases should
Essential for - 1200 mg/day reflect:
- Growth and representing an - dairy products : milk,
development of fetal increase of 50% yogurt, ice cream,
skeleton and tooth above prepregnancy cheese, egg yolk
buds daily requirement. - whole grains, tofu
- Maintenance of - 1600 mg/day is - green leafy vegetables
mineralization of recommended for the - canned salmon &
maternal bones and adolescent. 10 sardines w/ bones
teeth mcg/day of vitamin D - Ca fortified foods such
- Current research is : is required since it as orange juice
Demonstrating an enhances absorption - Vitamin D sources:
association between of both calcium and fortified milk,
adequate calcium intake phosphorous margarine, egg yolk,
and the prevention of butter, liver, seafood
pregnancy induce
hypertension
Iron 30 mg/day representing a Iron increases should

Essential for doubling of the pregnant reflect
- Expansion of blood daily requirement - liver, red meat, fish,
volume and red blood - Begin poultry, eggs
cells formation supplementation at - enriched, whole
- Establishment of fetal 30- mg/day in second grain cereals and
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iron stores for first few trimester, since diet breads
months of life alone is unable to - dark green leafy
meet pregnancy vegetables, legumes
requirement - nuts, dried fruits
- 60 – 120 mg/day - vitamin C sources:
along with copper and citrus fruits & juices,
zinc supplementation strawberries,
for women who have cantaloupe, broccoli
low hemoglobin or cabbage, potatoes
values prior to - iron from food
pregnancy or who sources is more
have iron deficiency readily absorbed
anemia. when served with
- 70 mg/day of vitamin foods high in vit C
C which enhances
iron absorption
- inadequate iron intake
results in maternal
effects – anemia
depletion of iron
stores, decreased
energy and appetite,
cardiac stress
especially labor and
birth
- fetal effects decreased
availability of oxygen
thereby affecting fetal
growth
* iron deficiency anemia
is the most common
nutritional disorder of
pregnancy.
Zinc 15mcg/day representing Zinc increases should
Essential for an increase of 3 mg/day reflect
* the formation of enzymes over prepreganant daily - liver, meats
* maybe important in the requirements. - shell fish
prevention of congenital - eggs, milk, cheese
malformation of the fetus. - whole grains,
legumes, nuts
Folic Acid, Folacin, 400 mcg/day Increases should reflect
Folate representing an increase - liver, kidney, lean
Essential for of more then 2 times the beef, veal
- formation of red daily prepregnant - dark green leafy
blood cells and requirement. vegetables, broccoli,
prevention of anemia 300mcg/day supplement legumes.
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- DNA synthesis and for women with low - Whole grains,
cell formation; may folate levels or dietary peanuts
play a role in the deficiency
prevention of neutral 4 servings of grains/day
tube defects (spina
bifida), abortion,
abruption placenta
Additional Requirements Increased requirements of
Minerals pregnancy can easily be
- iodine 175 mcg/day met with a balanced diet
- Magnesium 320 mg/day that meets the requirement
- Selenium 65 mcg/day for calories and includes
food sources high in the
other nutrients needed
during pregnancy.
Vitamins Vit stored in body. Taking
E 10 mg/day it not needed – fat soluble
Thiamine 1.5 mg/day vitamins. Hard to excrete.
Riborlavin 1.6 mg/day
Pyridoxine ( B6) 2.2 mg/day
B12 2.2 mg day
Niacin 17 mg/day
2.Sexual Activity
a.)should be done in moderation
b.)should be done in private place
c.)mom placed in comfy pos, sidelying or mom on top
d.)avoided 6 weeks prior to EDD
e.)avoid blowing or air during cunnilingus
f.) changes in sexual desire of mom during preg- air embolism
Changes in sexual desire:
a.)1st tri – decrease desire – due to bodily changes
b.)2nd trimester – increased desire due to increase estrogen that enhances
lubrication
c.)3rd trimester – decreased desire
Contraindication in sex:
1. vaginal spotting
1st trimester – threatened abortion
2nd trimester– placenta previa
2. incompetent cervix
3. preterm labor
4. premature rupture of membrane
3. Exercise – to strengthen muscles used during delivery process

- principles of exercise
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1.)Done in moderation. 2.) Must be individualized
Walking – best exercise
Squatting – strengthen muscles of perineum. Increase circulation to perineum.

Squat – feet flat on floor
Tailor Sitting – 1 leg in front of other leg ( Indian seat)
Raise buttocks 1st before head to prevent postural hypotension – dizziness when
changing position
- shoulder circling exercise- strengthen chest muscles

- pelvic rocking/pelvic tilt- exercise – relieves low back pain & maintain good
posture
- * arch back – standing or kneeling. Four extremities on floor
Kegel Exercise – strengthen pulococcygeal muscles

- as if hold urine, release 10x or muscle contraction
Abdominal Exercise – strengthens muscles of abdominal – done as if blowing

candle
4. Childbirth Preparation:
Overall goal: to prepare parents physically and psychologically while promoting
wellness behavior that can be used by parents and family thus, helping them
achieved a satisfying and enjoying childbirth experience.
a. Psychophysical
1. Bradley Method – Dr. Robert Bradley – advocated active participation of
husband at delivery process. Based on imitation of nature.
Features:
1.) darkened rm
2.) quiet environment
3.) relaxation tech
4.) closed eye & appearance of sleep
2. Grantly Dick Read Method – fear leads to tension while tension leads to pain
b. Psychosexual
1. Kitzinger method – preg, labor & birth & care of newborn is an impt
turning pt in woman’s life cycle
- flow with contraction than struggle with contraction
c. Psychoprophylaxis – prevention of pain

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1. Lamaze: Dr. Ferdinand Lamaze
req. disciple, conditioning & concentration. Husband is coach
Features:
1. Conscious relaxation
2. Cleansing breathe – inhale nose, exhale mouth
3. Effleurage – gentle circular massage over abdominal to relieve pain
4. imaging – sensate focus
5. Different Methods of delivery:

1.)birthing chair – bed convertible to chair – semifowlers
2.)birthing bed – dorsal recumbent pos
3.)squatting – relives low back pain during labor pain
4.)leboyers – warm, quiet, dark, comfy room. After delivery, baby gets warm
bath.
5.)Birth under H20 – bathtub – labor & delivery – warm water, soft music.
IX. Intrapartal Notes – inside ER

A. Admitting the laboring Mother:
Personal Data: name, age, address, etc
Baseline Data: v/s esppecially BP, weight
Obstetrical Data: gravida # preg, para- viable preg, – 22 – 24 wks
Physical Exams,Pelvic Exams
B. Basic knowledge in Intrapartum.
b. 1 Theories of the Onset of Labor

1.) uterine stretch theory ( any hallow organ stretched, will always contract &
expel its content) – contraction action
2.) oxytocin theory – post pit gland releases oxytocin. Hypothalamus produces
oxytocin
3.) prostaglandin theory – stimulation of arachidonic acid – prostaglandin-
contraction
4.) progesterone theory – before labor, decrease progesterone will stimulate
contractions & labor
5.) theory of aging placenta – life span of placenta 42 wks. At 36 wks
degenerates (leading to contraction – onset labor).
b.2. The 4 P’s of labor
1. Passenger
a. Fetal head – is the largest presenting part – common presenting part – ¼ of its
length.
Bones – 6 bones S – sphenoid F – frontal - sinciput
E – ethmoid O – occuputal - occiput
T – temporal P – parietal 2 x
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Measurement fetal head:
1. transverse diameter – 9.25cm
- biparietal – largest transverse
- bitemporal 8 cm
2. bimastoid 7cm smallest transverse
Sutures – intermembranous spaces that allow molding.

1.)sagittal suture – connects 2 parietal bones ( sagitna)
2.)coronal suture – connect parietal & frontal bone (crown)
3.)lambdoidal suture – connects occipital & parietal bone
Moldings: the overlapping of the sutures of the skull to permit passage of the head
to the pelvis
Fontanels:
1.)Anterior fontanel – bregma, diamond shape, 3 x 4 cm,( > 5 cm –
hydrocephalus), 12 – 18 months after birth- close
2.)Posterior fontanel or lambda – triangular shape, 1 x 1 cm. Closes – 2 – 3
months.
4.) Anteroposterior diameter -
suboccipitobregmatic 9.5 cm, complete flexion, smallest AP
occipitofrontal 12cm partial flexion
occipitomental – 13.5 cm hyper extension submentobragmatic-face presentation
2. Passageway
Mom 1.) < 4’9” tall
2.) < 18 years old
3.) Underwent pelvic dislocation
Pelvis
4 main pelvic types
1. Gynecoid – round, wide, deeper most suitable (normal female pelvis) for
pregnancy
2. Android – heart shape “male pelvis”- anterior part pointed, posterior part
shallow
3. Anthropoid – oval, ape like pelvis, oval shape, AP diameter wider
transverse narrow
4. Platypelloid – flat AP diameter – narrow, transverse – wider
b. Pelvis
2 hip bones – 2 innominate bones
3 Parts of 2 Innominate Bones
Ileum – lateral side of hips
- iliac crest – flaring superior border forming prominence of hips
Ischium – inferior portion
- ischial tuberosity where we sit – landmark to get external
measurement of pelvis
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Pubes – ant portion – symphisis pubis junction between 2 pubis
1 sacrum – post portion – sacral prominence – landmark to get internal
measurement of pelvis
1 coccyx – 5 small bones compresses during vaginal delivery
Important Measurements
1. Diagonal Conjugate – measure between sacral promontory and inferior

margin of the symphysis pubis.
Measurement: 11.5 cm - 12.5 cm basis in getting true conjugate. (DC –
11.5 cm=true conjugate)
2. True conjugate/conjugate vera – measure between the anterior surface of

the sacral promontory and superior margin of the symphysis pubis.
Measurement: 11.0 cm
3. Obstetrical conjugate – smallest AP diameter. Pelvis at 10 cm or more.
Tuberoischi Diameter – transverse diameter of the pelvic outlet. Ischial

tuberosity – approximated with use of fist – 8 cm & above.
3. Power – the force acting to expel the fetus and placenta – myometrium – powers
of labor
a. Involuntary Contractions
b. Voluntary bearing down efforts
c. Characteristics: wave like
d. Timing: frequency, duration, intensity
4. Psyche/Person – psychological stress when the mother is fighting the labor
experience
a. Cultural Interpretation
b. Preparation
c. Past Experience
d. Support System
Pre-eminent Signs of Labor

S&Sx:
- shooting pain radiating to the legs
- urinary freq.
1. Lightening – setting of presenting part into pelvic brim - 2 weeks prior to
EDD
* Engagement- setting of presenting part into pelvic inlet
2. Braxton Hicks Contractions – painless irregular contractions
3. Increase Activity of the Mother- nesting instinct. Save energy, will be used
for delivery. Increase epinephrine
4. Ripening of the Cervix – butter soft
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5. decreased body wt – 1.5 – 3 lbs
6. Bloody Show – pinkish vaginal discharge – blood & leukorrhea
7. Rupture of Membranes – rupture of water. Check FHT
Premature Rupture of Membrane ( PROM) - do IE to check for cord prolapse

Contraction drop in intensity even though very painful
Contraction drop in frequently
Uterus tense and/or contracting between contractions
Abdominal palpations
Nursing Care;
Administer Analgesics (Morphine)
Attempt manual rotation for ROP or LOP – most common malposition
Bear down with contractions
Adequate hydration – prepare for CS
Sedation as ordered
Cesarean delivery may be required, especially if fetal distress is noted
Cord Prolapse – a complication when the umbilical cord falls or is washed through
the cervix into the vagina.
Danger signs:
PROM
Presenting part has not yet engaged
Fetal distress
Protruding cord form vagina
Nursing care:
1. Cover cord with sterile gauze with saline to prevent drying of cord so cord
will remain slippery & prevent cord compression causing cerebral palsy.
2. Slip cord away from presenting part
3. Count pulsation of cord for FHT
4. Prep mom for CS
Positioning – trendelenberg or knee chest position

Emotional support
Prepare for Cesarean Section
Difference Between True Labor and False Labor

False Labor True Labor
Irregular contractions Contractions are regular
No increase in intensity Increased intensity
Pain – confined to abdomen Pain – begins lower back radiates to abdomen
Pain – relived by walking Pain – intensified by walking
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No cervical changes Cervical effacement & dilatation * major sx
of true labor.
Duration of Labor
Primipara – 14 hrs & not more than 20 hrs
Multipara – 8 hrs & not > 14 hrs
Effacement – softening & thinning of cervix. Use % in unit of measurement

Dilation – widening of cervix. Unit used is cm.
Nursing Interventions in Each Stage of Labor
2 segments of the uterus

1. upper uterine - fundus
2. lower uterine – isthmus
1. First Stage: onset of true contractions to full dilation and effacement of cervix.
Latent Phase:
Assessment: Dilations: 0 – 3 cm mom – excited, apprehensive, can
communicate
Frequency: every 5 – 10 min
Intensity mild
Nursing Care:
1. Encourage walking - shorten 1st stage of labor
2. Encourage to void q 2 – 3 hrs – full bladder inhibit contractions
3. Breathing – chest breathing
Active Phase:
Assessment: Dilations 4 -8 cm Intensity: moderate Mom- fears
losing control of self
Frequency q 3-5 min lasting for 30 – 60 seconds
Nursing Care:
M – edications – have meds ready
A – ssessment include: vital signs, cervical dilation and effacement, fetal
monitor, etc.
D – dry lips – oral care (ointment)
dry linens
B – abdominal breathing
Transitional Phase: intensity: strong Mom – mood changes

with hyperesthesia
Assessment: Dilations 8 – 10 cm
Frequency q 2-3 min contractions
Durations 45 – 90 seconds
Hyperesthesia – increase sensitivity to touch, pain all over

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Health Teaching : teach: sacral pressure on lower back to inhibit transmission
of pain
keep informed of progress
controlled chest breathing
Nursing Care:
T – ires
I – nform of progress
R – estless support her breathing technique
E – ncourage and praise
D – iscomfort
Pelvic Exams
Effacement
Dilation
a. Station – landmark used: ischial spine
- 1 station = presenting part 1cm above ischial spine if (-) floating
- 2 station = presenting part 2 cm above ischial spine if (-) floating
0 station = level at ischial spine – engagement
+ 1 station = below 1 cm ischial spine
+3 to +5 = crowning – occurs at 2nd stage of labor
b. Presentation/lie – the relationship of the long axis (spine) of the fetus to the
long axis of the mother
-spine of mom and spine of fetus
Two types:
b.1. Longitudinal Lie ( Parallel)
cephalic - Vertex – complete flexion
Face
BrowPoor Flexion
Chin
Breech - Complete Breech – thigh breast on abdomen, breast lie on thigh
Incomplete Breech – thigh rest on abdominal
Frank – legs extend to head
Footling – single, double
Kneeling
b.2. Transverse Lie (Perpendicular) or Perpendicular lie. Shoulder presentation.
c. Position – relationship of the fatal presenting part to specific quadrant of

the mother’s pelvis.
Variety:
Occipito – LOA left occipito ant (most common and favorable position)– side of
maternal pelvis
LOP – left occipito posterior
LOP – most common mal position, most painful
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ROP – squatting pos on mom
ROT
ROA
Breech- use sacrum LSA – left sacro anterior

- put stet above umbilicus LST, LSP, RSA, RST, RSP
Shoulder/acromniodorso
LADA, LADT, LADP, RADA
Chin / Mento
LMA, LMT, LMP, RMP, RMA, RMT, RMP
Monitoring the Contractions and Fetal heart Tone

Spread fingers lightly over fundus – to monitor contractions
Parts of contractions:
Increment or crescendo – beginning of contractions until it increases
Acme or apex – height of contraction
Decrement or decrescendo – from height of contractions until it decreases
Duration – beginning of contractions to end of same contraction
Interval – end of 1 contraction to beginning of next contraction
Frequency – beginning of 1 contraction to beginning of next contraction
Intensity - strength of contraction
Contraction – vasoconstriction
Increase BP, decrease FHT
Best time to get BP & FHT just after a contraction or midway of contractions
Placental reserve – 60 sec o2 for fetus during contractions

Duration of contractions shouldn’t >60 sec
Notify MD
Mom has headache – check BP, if same BP, let mom rest. If BP increase , notify
MD -preeclampsia
Health teachings
1.) Ok to shower
2.)NPO – GIT stops function during labor if with food- will cause aspiration
3.)Enema administer during labor
a.)To cleanse bowel
b.)Prevent infection
c.)Sims position/side lying
12 – 18 inch – ht enema tubing
Check FHT after adm enema

Normal FHT= 120-160
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Signs of fetal distress-
1.) <120 & >160
2.) mecomium stain amnion fluid
3.) fetal thrushing – hyperactive fetus due to lack O2
2. Second Stage: fetal stage, complete dilation and effacement to birth.
7 – 8 multi – bring to delivery room

10cm primi – bring to delivery room
Lithotomy pos – put legs same time up
Bulging of perineum – sure to come out
Breathing – panting ( teach mom)
Assist doc in doing episiotomy- to prevent laceration, widen vaginal canal, shorten
2nd stage of labor.
Episiotomy – median – less bleeding, less pain easy to repair, fast to heal, possible
to reach rectum ( urethroanal fistula)
Mediolateral – more bleeding & pain, hard to repair, slow to heal
-use local or pudendal anesthesia.
Ironing the perineum – to prevent laceration

Modified Ritgens maneuver – place towel at perineum
1.)To prevent laceration
2.) Will facilitate complete flexion & extension. (Support head & remove secretion,
check cord if coiled. Pull shoulder down & up. Check time, identification of baby.
Mechanisms of labor
1. Engagement -
2. Descent
3. Flexion
4. Internal Rotation
5. Extension
6. External rotation
7. Expulsion
Three parts of Pelvis – 1. Inlet – AP diameter narrow, transverse diameter wider

2. Cavity
Two Major Divisions of Pelvis
1. True pelvis – below the pelvic inlet
2. False pelvis – above the pelvic inlet; supports uterus during pregnancy
Linea Terminales diagonal imaginary line from the sacrum to the symphysis pubis
that divides the false and true pelvis.
Nursing Care:
To prevent puerperal sepsis - < 48 hours only – vaginal pack
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Bolus of Ptocin can lead to hypotension.
3. Third Stage: birth to expulsion of Placenta -placental stage placenta has

15 – 28 cotyledons
Placenta delivered from 3-10 minutes
Signs of placental separation
1. Fundus rises – becomes firm & globular “ Calkins sign”
2. Lengthening of the cord
3. Sudden gush of blood
Types of placental delivery

Shultz “shiny” – begins to separate from center to edges presenting the fetal
side shiny
Dunkan “dirty” – begin to separate form edges to center presenting natural side –
beefy red or dirty
Slowly pull cord and wind to clamp – BRANDT ANDREWS MANEUVER

Hurrying of placental delivery will lead to inversion of uterus.
Nsg care for placenta:

4. Check completeness of placenta.
5. Check fundus (if relaxed, massage uterus)
6. Check bp
7. Administer methergine IM (Methylergonovine Maleate) “Ergotrate
derivatives
8. Monitor hpn (or give oxytocin IV)
9. Check perineum for lacerations
10. Assist MD for episiorapy
11. Flat on bed
12. Chills-due dehydration. Blanket, give clear liquid-tea, ginger ale,
clear gelatin. Let mom sleep to regain energy.
4. Fourth Stage: the first 1-2 hours after delivery of placenta – recovery
stage. Monitor v/s q 15 for 1 hr. 2nd hr q 30 minutes.
Check placement of fundus at level of umbilicus.
If fundus above umbilicus, deviation of fundus

1.)Empty bladder to prevent uterine atony
2.)Check lochia
a. Maternal Observations – body system stabilizes
b. Placement of the Fundus
c. Lochia
d. Perineum –
R - edness
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E- dema
E - cchemosis
D – ischarges
A – approximation of blood loss. Count pad & saturation
Fully soaked pad : 30 – 40 cc weigh pad. 1 gram=1cc
e. Bonding – interaction between mother and newborn – rooming in

types
1.)Straight rooming in baby: 24hrs with mom.
2.)Partial rooming in: baby in morning , at night nursery
Complications of Labor
Dystocia – difficult labor related to:
Mechanical factor – due to uterine inertia – sluggishness of contraction
1.)hypertonic or primary uterine inertia
- intense excessive contractions resulting to ineffective pushing
- MD administer sedative valium,/diazepam – muscle relaxant
2.)hypotonic – secondary uterine inertia- slow irregular contraction resulting to
ineffective pushing. Give oxytocin.
Prolonged labor – normal length of labor in primi 14 – 20 hrs

Multi 10 -14 hrs
> 14 hrs in multi & > 20 hrs in primi
- maternal effect – exhaustion. Fetal effect – fetal distress, caput succedaneum
or cephal hematoma
- nsg care: monitor contractions and FHR
Precipitate Labor - labor of < 3 hrs. extensive lacerations, profuse bleeding,

hypovolemic shock if with bleeding.
Earliest sign: tachycardia & restlessness
Late sign: hypotension
Outstanding Nursing dx: fluid volume deficit
Post of mom – modified trendelenberg
IV – fast drip due fluid volume def
Signs of Hypovolemic Shock:

Hypotension
Tachycardia
Tachypnea
Cold clammy skin
Inversion of the uterus – situation uterus is inside out.

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MD will push uterus back inside or not hysterectomy.
Factors leading to inversion of uterus

1.)short cord
2.)hurrying of placental delivery
3.)ineffective fundal pressure
Uterine Rupture
Causes: 1.)
1.)Previous classical CS
2.)Large baby
3.) Improper use of oxytocin (IV drip)
Sx:
a.)sudden pain
b.)profuse bleeding
c.)hypovolemic shock
d.)TAHBSO
Physiologic retraction ring
- Boundary bet upper/lower uterine segment
BANDL’S pathologic ring – suprapubic depression
a.) sign of impending uterine rupture
Amniotic Fluid Embolism or placental embolism – amniotic fluid or fragments of

placenta enters natural circulation resulting to embolism
Sx:
dyspnea, chest pain & frothy sputum
prepare: suctioning
end stage: DIC disseminated intravascular coagopathy- bleeding to all portions
of the body – eyes, nose, etc.
Trial Labor – measurement of head & pelvis falls on borderline. Mom given 6 hrs
of labor
Multi: 8 – 14, primi 14 – 20
Preterm Labor – labor after 20 – 37 weeks) ( abortion <20 weeks)

Sx:
1. premature contractions q 10 min
2. effacement of 60 – 80%
3. dilation 2-3 cm
Home Mgt:
1. complete bed rest
2. avoid sex
3. empty bladder
4. drink 3 -4 glasses of water – full bladder inhibits contractions
5. consult MD if symptoms persist
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Hosp:
1. If cervix is closed 2 – 3 cm, dilation saved by administer Tocolytic agents-
halts preterm contractions.YUTOPAR- Yutopar Hcl)
150mg incorporated 500cc Dextrose piggyback.
Monitor: FHT > 180 bpm
Maternal BP - <90/60
Crackles – notify MD – pulmo edema – administer oral yutopar 30 minutes
before d/c IV
Tocolytic (Phil)
Terbuthaline (Bricanyl or Brethine) – sustained tachycardia
Antidote – propranolol or inderal - beta-blocker
If cervix is open – MD – steroid dextamethzone (betamethazone) to facilitate

surfactant maturation preventing RDS
Preterm-cut cord ASAP to prevent jaundice or hyperbilirubenia.
X. Postpartal Period 5th stage of labor

after 24hrs :Normal increase WBC up to 30,000 cumm
Puerperium – covers 1st 6 wks post partum

Involution – return of repro organ to its non pregnant state.
Hyperfibrinogenia
- prone to thrombus formation
- early ambulation
Principles underlying puerperium

1. To return to Normal and Facilitate healing
A. Physiologic Changes
a.1. Systemic Changes
1. Cardiovascular System
- the first few minutes after delivery is the most critical period in mothers because
the increased in plasma volume return to its normal state and thus adding to the
workload of the heart. This is critical especially to gravidocardiac mothers.
2. Genital tract
a. Cervix – cervical opening
b. Vaginal and Pelvic Floor
c. Uterus – return to normal 6 – 8 wks. Fundus goes down 1 finger breath/day until
10th day – no longer palpable due behind symphisis pubis
3 days after post partum: sub involuted uterus – delayed healing uterus with big
clots of blood- a medium for bacterial growth- (puerperal sepsis)- D&C
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after, birth pain:
1. position prone
2. cold compress – to prevent bleeding
3. mefenamic acid
d. Lochia-bld, wbc, deciduas, microorganism. Nsd & Cs with lochia.

1. Ruba – red 1st 3 days present, musty/mousy, moderate amt
2. Serosa – pink to brown 4 – 9th day, limited amt
3. Alba – créme white 10 – 21 days very decreased amt
dysuria
- urine collection
- alternate warm & cold compress
- stimulate bladder
3. Urinary tract: Bladder – freq in urination after delivery- urinary retention

with overflow
4. Colon: Constipation – due NPO, fear of bearing down
5. Perineal area – painful – episiotomy site – sims pos, cold compress for immediate
pain after 24 hrs, hot sitz bath, not compress
sex- when perineum has healed
II. Provide Emotional Support – Reva Rubia

Psychological Responses:
a. Taking in phase – dependent phase (1st three days) mom – passive, cant make
decisions, activity is to tell child birth experiences.
Nursing Care: - proper hygiene
b. Taking hold phase – dependent to independent phase (4 to 7 days). Mom is
active, can make decisions
HT:
1.)Care of newborn
2.)Insert family planting method
common post partum blues/ baby blues present 4 – 5 days 50-80% moms –
overwhelming feeling of depression characterized by crying, despondence-
inability to sleep & lack of appetite. – let mom cry – therapeutic.
c. Letting go – interdependent phase – 7 days & above. Mom - redefines new

roles may extend until child grows.
III. Prevent complications
1. Hemorrhage – bleeding of > 500cc

CS – 600 – 800 cc normal
NSD 500 cc
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I. Early postpartum hemorrhage– bleeding within 1st 24 hrs. Baggy or relaxed
uterus & profuse bleeding – uterine atony. Complications: hypovolemic
shock.
Mgt:
1.)massage uterus until contracted
2.)cold compress
3.)modified trendelenberg
4.)IV fast drip/ oxytocin IV drip
1st degree laceration – affects vaginal skin & mucus membrane.

2nd degree – 1st degree + muscles of vagina
3rd degree – 2nd degree + external sphincter of rectum
4th degree – 3rd degree + mucus membrane of rectum
Breast feeding – post pit gland will release oxytocin so uterus will contract.
Well contracted uterus + bleeding = laceration
- assess perineum for laceration
- degree of laceration
- mgt episiorapy
DIC – Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy. Hypofibrinogen- failure to

coagulate.
- bleeding to any part of body
- hysterectomy if with abruption placenta
mgt: BT- cryoprecipitate or fresh frozen plasma
II. Late Postpartum hemorrhage – bleeding after 24 hrs – retained placental

fragments
Mgt: D&C or manual extraction of fragments & massaging of uterus. D&C
except placenta increta, percreta,
Acreta – attached placenta to myometrium.

Increta – deeper attachment of placenta to myometrium
hysterectomy
Percreta – invasion of placenta to perimetrium
Hematoma – bluish or purple discoloration of SQ tissue of vagina or perineum.

- too much manipulation
- large baby
- pudendal anesthesia
Mgt:
1.)cold compress every 30 minutes with rest period of 30 minutes
for 24 hrs
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2.)shave
3.)incision on site, scraping & suturing
Infection- sources of infection

1.)endogenous – from within body
2.) exogenous – from outside
1.)anaerobic streptococci – most common - from members health team
2.)unhealthy sexual practices
General signs of inflammation:
1. Inflammation – calor (heat), rubor (red), dolor (pain) tumor(swelling)
2. purulent discharges
3. fever
Gen mgt:
1.) supportive care – CBR, hydration, TSB, cold compress, paracetamol,
VITC, culture & sensitivity – for antibiotic
prolonged use of antibiotic lead to fungal infection

inflammation of perineum – see general signs of inflammation
2 to 3 stitches dislocated with purulent discharge
Mgt:
Removal of sutures & drainage, saline, between & resulting.
Endometriosis – inflammation of endometrial lining
Sx:
Abdominal tenderness, pos.
Fowlers – to facilitate drainage & localize infection oxytocin & antibiotic
IV. Motivate the use of Family Planning

1.)determine one’s own beliefs 1st
2.)never advice a permanent method of planning
3.)method of choice is an individuals choice.
Natural Method – the only method accepted by the Catholic Church

Billings / Cervical mucus– test spinnbarkeit & ferning (estrogen)
- clear, watery, stretchable, elastic – long spinnbarkeit
Basal Body Temperature 13th day temp goes down before ovulation – no sex
- get before arising in bed
LAM – lactation amenorrheal method – hormone that inhibits ovulation is

prolactin.
breast feeding- menstruation will come out 4 – 6 months
bottle fed 2 – 3 months
disadvantage of lam – might get pregnant
Symptothermal – combination of BBT & cervical. Best method
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Social Method – 1.) coitus interuptus/ withdrawal - least effective method
2. coitus reservatus – sex without ejaculation –
3. coitus interfemora – “ipit”
4. calendar method
OVULATION –count minus 14 days before next mens (14 days before next
mens)
Origoknause formula –
- monitor cycle for 1 year
- -get short test & longest cycle from Jan – Dec
- shortest – 18
- longest – 11
June 26 Dec 33
- 18 -11
8 - 22 unsafe days
21 day pill- start 5th day of mens

28day pill- start 1st day of mens
missed 1 pill – take 2 next day
Physiologic Method-
Pills – combined oral contraceptives prevent ovulation by inhibiting the anterior

pituitary gland production of FSH and LH which are essential for the maturation
and rupture of a follicle. 99.9% effective. Waiting time to become pregnant- 3
months. Consult OB-6mos.
Alerts on Oral Contraceptive:
-in case a mother who is taking an oral contraceptive for almost long time plans to
have a baby, she would wait for at least 3 months before attempting to conceive to
provide time for the estrogen and progesterone levels to return to normal.
- if a new oral contraceptive is prescribed the mother should continue taking the
previously prescribed contraceptive and begin taking the new one on the first day of
the next menses.
- discontinue oral contraceptive if there is signs of severe headache as this is an
indication of hypertension associated with increase incidence of CVA and
subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Signs of hypertension
Immediate Discontinuation
A – abdominal pain
C – chest pain
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H - headache
E – eye problems
S – severe leg cramps
If mom HPN – stop pills STAT!
Adverse effect: breakthrough bleeding
Contraindicated:
1.)chain smoker
2.)extreme obesity
3.)HPN
4.)DM
5.)Thrombophlebitis or problems in clotting factors
- if forgotten for one day, immediately take the forgotten tablet plus the tablet
scheduled that day. If forgotten for two consecutive days, or more days, use
another method for the rest of the cycle and the start again.
DMPA – depoproveda – has progesterone inhibits LH – inhibits ovulation

Depomedroxy progesterone acetate – IM q 3 months
- never massage injected site, it will shorten duration
Norplant – has 6 match sticks – like capsules implanted subdermally containing

progesterone.
- 5 yrs – disadvantage if keloid skin
- as soon as removed – can become pregnant
Mechanism and Chemical Barriers
Intrauterine Device (IUD)

Action: prevents implantation – affects motility of sperm & ovum
- right time to insert is after delivery or during menstruation
primary indication for use of IUD

- parity or # of children, if 1 kid only don’t use IUD
HT:
1.)Check for string daily
2.)Monthly checkup
3.)Regular pap smear
Alerts;
- prevents implantation
- most common complications: excessive menstrual flow and expulsion of the
device (common problem)
- others:
P eriod late (pregnancy suspected)
Abnormal spotting or bleeding
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A bdominal pain or pain with intercourse
I nfection (abnormal vaginal discharge)
N ot feeling well, fever, chills
S trings lost, shorter or longer
Uterine inflammation, uterine perforation, ectopic pregnancy
Condom – latex inserted to erected penis or lubricated vagina
Adv; gives highest protection against STD – female condom
Alerts:
Disadvantage:
- it lessen sexual satisfaction
- it gives higher protection in the prevention of STDs
Diaphragm – rubberized dome shaped material inserted to cervix preventing sperm

to get to the uterus. REVERSABLE
Ht:
1.)proper hygiene
2.)check for holes before use
3.)must stay in place 6 – 8 hrs after sex
4.)must be refitted especially if without wt change 15 lbs
5.)spermicide – chem. Barrier ex. Foam (most effective), jellies, creams
S/effect: Toxic shock syndrome
Alerts: Should be kept in place for about 6 – 8 hours
Cervical Cap – most durable than diaphragm no need to apply spermicide

C/I: abnormal pap smear
Foams, Jellies, Creams
Surgical Method – BTL , Bilateral Tubal Ligation – can be reversed 20% chance.
HT: avoid lifting heavy objects
Vasectomy – cut vas deferense.
HT: >30 ejaculations before safe sex
O – zero sperm count, safe
XI. High Risk Pregnancy
1. Hemorrhagic Disorders
General Management
1.)CBR
2.)Avoid sex
3.)Assess for bleeding (per pad 30 – 40cc) (wt – 1gm =1cc)
4.)Ultrasound to determine integrity of sac
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5.)Signs of Hypovolemic shock
6.)Save discharges – for histopathology – to determine if product of conception
has been expelled or not
First Trimester Bleeding – abortion or eptopic

A. Abortions – termination of pregnancy before age of viability (before 20 weeks)
Spontaneous Abortion- miscarriage
Cause: 1.) chromosomal alterations
2.) blighted ovum
3.) plasma germ defect
Classifications:
a. Threatened – pregnancy is jeopardized by bleeding and cramping but the

cervix is closed
b. Inevitable – moderate bleeding, cramping, tissue protrudes form the cervix
(Cervical dilation)
Types:
1.)Complete – all products of conception are expelled. No mgt just
emotional support!
2.)Incomplete – Placental and membranes retained. Mgt: D&C
Incompetent cervix – abortion
McDonalds procedure – temporary circlage on cervix
S/E; infection. During delivery, circlage is removed. NSD
Sheridan – permanent surgery cervix. CS
c. Habitual – 3 or more consecutive pregnancies result in abortion usually

related to incompetent cervix. Present 2nd trimester
d. Missed – fetus dies; product of conception remain in uterus 4 weeks or
longer; signs of pregnancy cease. (-) preg test, scanty dark brown bleeding
Mgt: induced labor with oxytocin or vacuum extraction
5.) Induced Abortion – therapeutic abortion to save life of mom. Double effect
choose between lesser evil.
C. Ectopic Pregnancy – occurs when gestation is located outside the uterine

cavity. common site: tubal or ampular
Dangerous site - interstitial
Unruptured Tubal rupture
- missed period - sudden , sharp, severe pain.
- abdominal pain within 3 -5 weeks Unilateral radiating to shoulder.
of missed period (maybe shoulder pain (indicative of
generalized or one sided) intraperitoneal bleeding that extends to
- scant, dark brown, vaginal bleeding diaphragm and phrenic nerve)
+ Cullen’s Sign – bluish tinged
Nursing care: umbilicus – signifies intra peritoneal
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Vital signs bleeding
Administer IV fluids syncope (fainting)
Monitor for vaginal bleeding Mgt:
Monitor I & O Surgery depending on side
Ovary: oophrectomy
Uterus : hysterectomy
Second trimester bleeding
C. Hydatidiform Mole “bunch or grapes” or gestational trophoblastic disease. –

with fertilization. Progressive degeneration of chorionic villi. Recurs.
- gestational anomaly of the placenta consisting of a bunch of clear vesicles. This
neoplasm is formed form the selling of the chronic villi and lost nucleus of the
fertilized egg. The nucleus of the sperm duplicates, producing a diploid number 46
XX, it grows & enlarges the uterus vary rapidly.
Use: methotrexate to prevent choriocarcinoma
Assessment:
Early signs- vesicles passed thru the vagina
Hyperemesis gravidarium increase HCG
Fundal height
Vaginal bleeding( scant or profuse)
Early in pregnancy
High levels of HCG
Preeclampsia at about 12 weeks
Late signs hypertension before 20th week
Vesicles look like a “ snowstorm” on sonogram
Anemia
Abdominal cramping
Serious complications hyperthyroidism
Pulmonary embolus
Nursing care:
Prepare D&C
Do not give oxytoxic drugs
Teachings:
a. Return for pelvic exams as scheduled for one year to monitoring HCG
and assess for enlarged uterus and rising titer could indicative of
choriocarcinoma
b. Avoid pregnancy for at least one year
Third Trimester Bleeding “Placenta Anomalies”
D. Placenta Previa – it occurs when the placenta is improperly implanted in the

lower uterine segment, sometimes covering the cervical os. Abnormal lower
implantation of placenta.
- candidate for CS
Sx: frank
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Bright red
Painless bleeding
Dx:
Ultrasound
Avoid: sex, IE, enema – may lead to sudden fetal blood loss
Double set up: delivery room may be converted to OR
Assessment:
Engagement (usually has not occurred)
Fetal distress
Presentation ( usually abnormal)
Surgeon – in charge of sign consent, RN as witness
- MD explain to patient
complication: sudden fetal blood loss
Nursing Care
NPO
Bed rest
Prepare to induce labor if cervix is ripe
Administer IV
E. Abruptio Placenta – it is the premature separation of the placenta form the

implantation site. It usually occurs after the twentieth week of pregnancy.
Outstanding Sx: dark red, painful bleeding, board like or rigid uterus.
Assessment:
Concealed bleeding (retroplacental)
Couvelaire uterus (caused by bleeding into the myometrium)-inability of
uterus to contract due to hemorrhage.
Severe abdominal pain
Dropping coagulation factor (a potential for DIC)
Complications:
Sudden fetal blood loss
-placenta previa & vasa previa
Nursing Care:
Infuse IV, prepare to administer blood
Type and crossmatch
Monitor FHR
Insert Foley
Measure blood loss; count pads
Report s/sx of DIC
Monitor v/s for shock
Strict I&O
F. Placenta succenturiata – 1 or 2 more lobes connected to the placenta by a
blood vessel may lead to retained placental fragments if vessel is cut.
G. Placenta Circumvalata – fetal side of placenta covered by chorion
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H. Placenta Marginata – fold side of chorion reaches just to the edge of placenta
I. Battledore Placenta – cord inserted marginally rather then centrally
J. Placenta Bipartita – placenta divides into 2 lobes
K. Vilamentous Insertion of cord- cord divides into small vessels before it enters
the placenta
L. Vasa Previa – velamentous insertion of cord has implanted in cervical OS
2. Hypertensive Disorders
I. Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)- HPN after 24 wks of pregnancy,

solved 6 weeks post partum.
1.)Gestational hypertension - HPN without edema & protenuria H without EP

2.)Pre-eclampsia – HPN with edema & protenuria or albuminuria HE P/A
3.)HELLP syndrome – hemolysis with elevated liver enzymes & low platelet
count
II. Transissional Hypertension – HPN between 20 – 24 weeks
III. Chronic or pre-existing Hypertension –HPN before 20 weeks not solved 6

weeks post partum.
Three types of pre-eclampsia
1.) Mild preeclampsia – earliest sign of preeclampsia
a.) increase wt due to edema
b.) BP 140/90
c.) protenuria +1 - +2
2.) Severe preeclampsia

Signs present: cerebral and visual disturbances, epigastric pain due to liver edema
and oliguria usually indicates an impending convulsion. BP 160/110 , protenuria
+3 - +4
3.) Eclampsia – with seizure! Increase BUN – glomerular damage. Provide safety.
Cause of preeclampsia
1.)idiopathic or unknown common in primi due to 1st exposure to chorionic villi
2.)common in multiple pre (twins) increase exposure to chorionic villi
3.)common to mom with low socioeconomic status due to decrease intake of
CHON
Nursing care:
P – romote bed rest to decrease O2 demand, facilitate, sodium excretion,
water immersion will cause to urinate.
P- prevent convulsions by nursing measures or seizure precaution
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1.) dimly lit room . quiet calm environment
2.) minimal handling – planning procedure
3.) avoid jarring bed
P- prepare the following at bedside

- tongue depressor
- turning to side done AFTER seizure! Observe only! for safely.
E – ensure high protein intake ( 1g/kg/day)
- Na – in moderation
A – anti-hypertensive drug Hydralazine ( Apresoline)

C – convulsion, prevent – Mg So4 – CNS depressant
E – valuate physical parameters for Magnesium sulfate
Magnesium SO4 Toxicity:
1. BP decrease
2. Urine output decrease
3. Resp < 12
4. Patella reflex absent – 1st sigh Mg SO4 toxicity. antidote – Ca
gluconate
3.Diabetes Mellitus - absence of insufficient insulin (Islet of Langerhans of

pancreas)
Function: of insulin – facilitates transport of glucose to cell
Dx: 1 hr 50gr glucose tolerance test GTT
Normal glucose – 80 – 120 mg/dl < 80 – hypoclycemic
( euglycemia) > 120 - hyperglycemia
3 degrees GTT of > 130 mg/dL

maternal effect DM
1.)Hypo or hyperglycemia – 1st trimester hypo, 2nd – 3rd trim –
hyperglycemic
2.)Frequent infection- moniliasis
3.)Polyhydramnios
4.)Dystocia-difficult birth due to abnormalities in fetus or mom.
5.)Insulin requirement, decrease in insulin by 33% in 1st tri; 50% increase
insulin at 2nd – 3rd trimester.
Post partum decrease 25% due placenta out.
Fetal effect
1.)hyper & hypoglycemia
2.)macrosomia – large gestational age – baby delivered > 400g or 4kg
3.)preterm birth to prevent stillbirth
Newborn Effect : DM
1.)hyperinsulinism
2.)hypoglycemia
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normal glucose in newborn 45 – 55 mg/dL
hypoglycemic < 40 mg/dL
Heel stick test – get blood at heel
Sx:
Hypoglycemia high pitch shrill cry tremors, administer dextrose
3.)hypocalcemia - < 7mg%
Sx:
Calcemia tetany
Trousseau sign
Give calcium gluconate if decrease calcium
Recommendation
Therapeutic abortion
If push through with pregnancy
1.)antibiotic therapy- to prevent sub acute bacterial endocarditis
2.)anticoagulant – heparin doesn’t cross placenta
Class I & II- good progress for vaginal delivery

Class III & IV- poor prognosis, for vaginal delivery, not CS!
NOT lithotomy! High semi-fowlers during delivery. No valsalva maneuver
Regional anesthesia!
Low forcep delivery due to inability to push. It will shorten 2nd stage of labor.
Heart disease
Moms with RHD at childhood
Class I – no limit to physical activity
Class II – slight limitation of activity. Ordinary activity causes fatigue &
discomfort.
Recommendation of class I & II

1.)sleep 10 hrs a day
2.)rest 30 minutes & after meal
Class III - moderate limitation of physical activity. Ordinary activity causes

discomfort
Recommendation:
1.) early hospitalization by 7 months
Class IV. marked limitation of physical activity. Even at rest there is fatigue &
discomfort.
Recommendation: Therapeutic abortion
XII. Intrapartal complications

1. Cesarean Delivery Indications:
a. Multiple gestation
b. Diabetes
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c. Active herpes II
d. Severe toxemia
e. Placenta previa
f. Abruptio placenta
g. Prolapse of the cord
h. CPD primary indication
i. Breech presentation
j. Transverse lie
Procedure:
a. classical – vertical insertion. Once classical always classical
b. Low segment – bikini line type – aesthetic use
VBAC – vaginal birth after CS

INFERTILITY - inability to achieve pregnancy. Within a year of attempting it
- Manageable
STERILITY - irreversible
Impotency – inability to have an erection
2 types of infertility
1.) primary – no pregnancy at all
2.) Secondary – 1st pregnancy, no more next preg
test male 1st
- more practical & less complicated
- need: sperm only
- sterile bottle container ( not plastic has chem.)
- Sims Huhner test – or post coital test. Procedure: sex 2 hours before test
mom – remains supine 15 min after ejaculation
Normal: cervical mucus must be stretchable 8 – 10 cm with 15 – 20 sperm. If >15 –
low sperm count
Best criteria- sperm motility for impotency
Factors: low sperm count
1.)occupation- truck driver
2.)chain smoker
administer: clomid ( chomephine citrate) to induce spermatogenesis
Mgt: GIFT= Gamete Intra Fallopian Transfer for low sperm count
Implant sperm in ampula
1.) Mom: anovulation – no ovulation. Due to increase prolactin –

hyperprolactinemia
Administer; parlodel ( Bromocryptice Mesylate)
Action; antihyper prolactineuria
Give mom clomid: action: to induce oogenesis or ovulation
S/E: multiple pregnancy
2.) Tubal Occlusion – tubal blockage – Hx of PID that has scarred tubes
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- use of IUD
- appendicitis (burst) & scarring
= dx: hysterosalphingography – used to determine tubal patency with use of
radiopaque material
Mgt: IVF – invitrofertilization (test tube baby)
England 1st test tube baby
To shorten 2nd stage of labor!

1.)fundal pressure
2.)episiotomy
3.)forcep delivery
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ARETE REVIEW & TUTORIAL CENTER

Gender identity – sense of femininity or masculinity

Sex – biologic male or female status. Sometimes referred to a specific sexual

II. Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Stages of Pubic Hair Development

1. Urinary Meatus – small opening of urethra, serves for urination

B. uterus- Organ of mens is a hollow, thick walled muscular organ. It varies

Three parts of the uterus

B. Male Reproductive System

The Process of Spermatogenesis – maturation of sperm

III. Basic Knowledge on Genetics and Obstetrics

* Estrogen “Hormone of the Woman” –

*Progestin “ Hormone of the Mother”

10. Menstrual Cycle

Parts of body responsible for mens:

Follicular Phase – causing irregularities of mens

V. GnRF/LHRF stimulates the ant pit gland to release LH.

VIII. Secretory phase-

IX. 24th day if no fertilization, corpus luteum degenerate ( whitish – corpus

X. 28th day – if no sperm in ovum – endometrium begins to slough off to

Cornix- where sperm is deposited

11. Stages of Sexual Responses (EPOR)

1. Excitement Phase – (sign present in both sexes, moderate increase in HR,

4. Resolution – (v/s return to normal, genitals return to pre-excitement phase)

C. Decidua – thickened endometrium ( Latin – falling off)

C. Chorionic Villi- 10 – 11th day, finger life projections

E. Cytotrophoblast – inner layer or langhans layer – protects fetus against syphilis

F. Syncytiotrophoblast – synsitial layer – responsible production of hormone

1. Amnion – inner most layer

normal amt of amniotic fluid – 500 to 1000cc

polyhydramnios, hydramnios- GIT malformation TEF/TEA, increased amt of fluid

Diagnostic Tests for Amniotic Fluid

A. Amniocentesis empty bladder before performing the procedure.

A. Amnioscopy – direct visualization or exam to an intact fetal membrane.

1. Chorion – where placenta is developed

Lecithin Sphingomyelin L/S

Shake test – amniotic + saline & shake

a. Placenta – (Secundines) Greek – pancake, combination of chorionic villi +

1. Respiratory System – beginning of lung function after birth of baby.

2. GIT – transport center, glucose transport is facilitated, diffusion more rapid

3. Excretory System- artery - carries waste products. Liver of mom detoxifies

4. Circulating system – achieved by selective osmosis

 Human Chorionic Gonadrophin – maintains corpus luteum alive.

Fetal Stage “ Fetal Growth and Development”

Differentiation of Primary Germ layers

* Mesoderm – development of heart, musculoskeletal system, kidneys

* Ectoderm – development of brain, skin and senses, hair, nails, mucus

Second Trimester: FOCUS – length of fetus

Third trimester: Period of most rapid growth. FOCUS: weight of fetus

Tenth Month – bone ossification of fetal skull

Terratogens- any drug, virus or irradiation, the exposure to such may

Steroids – cleft lip or palate

T – toxoplasmosis – mom takes care of cats. Feces of cat go to raw vegetables or

VI. Physiological Adaptation of the Mother to Pregnancy

Physiologic Anemia – pseudo anemia of pregnant women

2nd trimester – Hct should not <32%

Varicosities – pressure of uterus