OB 19: Pregnancy-Related Complications

Key Topics Covered: ✅ High-risk pregnancy factors (biophysical, psychosocial, sociodemographic) ✅ Bleeding disorders: Miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, placenta previa, placental abruption ✅ Hypertensive disorders: Preeclampsia, eclampsia, HELLP syndrome ✅ Hyperemesis gravidarum vs. morning sickness ✅ Blood incompatibility (ABO, Rh incompatibility) ✅ Amniotic fluid imbalances (polyhydramnios, oligohydramnios) ✅ Preterm and prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM, PPROM) ✅ Multiple gestation risks and complications 💡 Key Takeaways: 📌 Early identification and monitoring are crucial for managing pregnancy complications 📌 Conditions like placenta previa and placental abruption require immediate intervention 📌 Hypertensive disorders (preeclampsia, eclampsia) are among the leading causes of maternal mortality 📌 Blood incompatibilities can lead to hemolytic disease in newborns if not managed properly 📌 Nurses play a key role in assessment, monitoring, interventions, and emotional support 🔔 Subscribe for more maternal health & nursing education content!