Amniotic fluid

extra fluid is behind the baby's neck. Extra fluid around the neck could suggest chromosomal abnormalities. If the screening tests show anything abnormal, diagnostic testing will be the next step to further evaluate the screening results. For example, chorionic villus sampling is a diagnostic test that occurs around 10 -12 weeks. CVS examines a portion of the placenta to inspect for chromosomal problems. An additional diagnostic test, amniocentesis, checks the cells in the amniotic fluid for…

Hydrops Fetalis is a rare condition that happens to 1 out of 1,000 pregnancies. It is a serious condition that is abnormal amounts of fluid buildup in one or more body areas. The diagnosis for this condition can be through an ultrasound during the second trimester. During the ultrasound specialist or doctors can see where there are high amounts of amniotic fluid or abnormally large placenta can be seen. The two types of Hydrops Fetalis are Immune and Nonimmune. Immune Hydrops Fetalis is a…

possible. There are three types of Spina Bifida: Myelomeningocele , Meningocele, and Spina Bifida Occulta. Myelomeningocele is the type of Spina Bifida that most people refer to when talking about the disorder and is the most serious type. A sac of fluid is entered through the opening in the back and part of the spinal cord. Other nerves that are in this sac are also damaged. This type is the most severe and causes problems affecting bathroom use, loss of feeling in the legs and / or feet, or…

Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver, caused by the Hepatitis B virus[1], and characterized by diffuse or patchy areas of necrosis[2]. Hepatitis studies that classified the types of Hepatitis began after World War II (1945)[3] just over 70 years ago. Two decades later in 1967, Krugman studies found Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B[3]. Another ten years later, the Prince studies found the specific virus surface antigen that causes Hepatitis B[3]. Taxonomically classified in the…

after miscarriage. Nanda Deficient fluid loss r/t excessive blood loss Risk for infection Disabled family coping r/t loss of fetus Anxiety r/t mother not being able to carry to full-term Ineffective tissue perfusion r/t excessive bleeding leading to death of fetus Nursing Interventions 1. Monitor vital signs 2. Note mental status of mother when bleeding 3. Give emotional support and guidance to mother 4. Monitor intake and output 5. Maintain bed rest 6. Encourage fluid intake 7. Refrain from…

Anencephaly investigations during pregnancy Introduction : Anencephaly , which literally translates into "no head" , is a disorder that is characterized by the absence of a large part of the brain (usually the cerebrum) and a part of the skull covering it [1] . Anencephaly occurs due to a neural tube defect ( failure of closure of the rostral end of the tube ) , which occurs during embryogenesis [2]. The disorder usually has a very poor prognosis . Aim : To determine whether there are any…

least one episode of rhythmic breathing for 30 seconds or more within 30 minutes, then 2 points are given. If the breathing criteria isn’t met, then no points will be given. The amniotic fluid, fluid that surrounds the baby, should be at least 2 cm in one or more adequate pockets around the baby. If there is adequate fluid around the baby, 2 points will be given, if not then no points will be given. Along with these test the patient should be keeping a log of their blood sugars to be…

disposing of medical supplies. Universal precautions are a way in which all-human blood and bodily fluids are treated as if they were infectious with HBV, HIV, and other blood-borne pathogens (OHSA, 2016). If any blood or bodily fluids are exposed which may include: vaginal secretions, synovial fluid, pericardial fluid, semen, pleural fluid, amniotic fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, saliva, and peritoneal fluid the following precautions are required in using: gloves, gowns, and masks (OHSA, 2016).…

In this paper I will discuss the pathophysiology, the treatments and possible cures, signs and symptoms to look for as well as the treatment and diagnostic tests associated with Sickle Cell disease. Working at the local hospital I have seen a few patients that are regularly there and admitted to the hospital for sickle cell crisis. I will tell their story so you have a better understanding of the disease and a more personal connection with how it affects people on a daily basis. Not…

hormone known as human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) (Ostermaier, 2014). Abnormal levels of these things may indicate a problem with the baby. As well as an ultrasound which is used to measure an area on the back of the baby’s neck to test the amount of fluids (Ostermaier,…