2nd trimester - Lecture notes ATI PDF

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Danger signs to teach a patient in their 2nd/3rd trimester...

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 Teach patient to still watch for warning signs taught to her during 1 st trimester.  Have you experienced any vaginal bleeding? You ask this because it could indicate placental problems such as an abruption or previa.  Have you had any abdominal pain, cramping, and/or severe back pain? This could indicate pre-term labor.  Have you experienced a sudden gush of fluid from your vagina? This could indicate ROM has occurred.  Have you noticed any change in fetal movement? This could be a response by the fetus to inadequate oxygenation.  Have you experienced any headaches, vision changes, stomach pain, swelling recently? These signs and symptoms can indicate preeclampsia.  Have you noticed flushing and/or drying of the skin, fruity breath? Have you experienced increased thirst and urination or headache? These are signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and could indicate gestational diabetes.  Have you experienced clammy, pale skin, weakness, tremors, irritability? Have you felt lightheaded lately? These are signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and could indicate gestational diabetes....