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nutrition pregnancy
nutrition and pregnancy ati c4
Question | Answer |
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hyperemesis gravidarum | persistent nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy resulting in dehydration, weight loss and possible electrolyte imbalances. |
treatment for hyperemesis gravidarum includes: | npo. iv fluids. controlling nausea and vomiting. slow progress to small feedings as tolerated. tube feed maybe. |
pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH) | bp elevation to 140/90 mm Hg. systolic inc of 30 or diastolic increase of 15 above baseline. symptoms - edema, proteinuria. severe forms can lead to seizure/coma. |
treatment for PIH | monitor vitals frequently, esp. bp. assess edema, record daily weights. check for proteinuria, high protein diet, i & o, deep tendon reflexes, headache and LOC. bed rest, magnesium sulfate to prevent seizures. calcium gluconate in event of mgso4 od |
treatment for gestational diabetes | restrict diet calories/carbs, monitor glucose and diet, educate on signs/symptoms of hypo-hyper glycemia and fetal monitoring for macrosomia. insulin if needed. oral hyogycemics are contraindicated bc teratogenic. |
anemia in pregnancy | hemoglobin < 10.5 to 11 g/dL. hematocrit <32%-33% |
treatment for anemia during pregnancy | educate on foods rich in iron, educate on vit. c sources (aids in iron absorption ), educate on constipation and darkened stools related to iron supplementation. |
nutritional plans for lactating women should include | inc cal intake, inc fluids, inc protein, avoid alcohol/caffeine. avoid food substances not agreeing w/ newborn |
non breastfeeding nutritional plans should includ | resume previous diet, adhere to well-balanced diet |