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What are the physical findings with abruptio placenta?
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Sudden onset of intense uterine pain or tenderness or both
May or may not have occult bleeding If bleeding visible will be dark red in color Pregnancy is frequently preterm UC's present w/ increased uterine tone (hypertonus) - boardlike |
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What causes abruptio placenta?
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We don't know.
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What are the separation levels of placenta abruptio?
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Partial or total.
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What are the classification levels of placenta abruptio?
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Grade 1, 2, or 3. Grade 1 = mild (<15% separation w/ concealed hemorrhage), Grade 2 = moderate (up to 50% separation w/ apparent hemorrhage), Grade 3 = severe (> 50% placenta separates with concealed hemorrhage)
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What are the risk factors for Abruptio Placenta?
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Previous abruption
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy Abdominal trauma Cocain, methamphetamine &/or cigarette smoking PROM Uterine anomilies/fibroids |
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What are the risks to the woman with Abruptio Placenta?
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Hemorrhagic shock
DIC Hypoxic damage to organs Postpartum hemmorhage |
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What are the risks to the newborn with Abruptio Placenta?
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Preterm birth
Hypoxia, anoxia, neurological injury, fetal death r/t hemorrhage IUGR |
