NUR 242 Final Exam Focused Review Correct 100%

Premature separation of the placenta after the 20th week of gestation, prior to birth, which leads to hemorrhage. - ANSWER Placental Abruption/ Abruptio Placentae Maternal age 35 Poor nutrition Multiple gestation Excessive intrauterine pressure Polyhydramnios Chronic hypertension Cigarette smoking Cocaine/Meth use Alcohol Severe trauma Placental abruption in previous pregnancy Multiparity Placental Abnormalities Thrombophilia - ANSWER Placental Abruption Risk Factors Grade 1: Minimal bleeding (500 mL) Marginal separation (10-20%) Tender uterus No coagulopathy No signs of shock No fetal distress - ANSWER Placental abruption "mild" classification Grade 2: Moderate bleeding ( mL) Moderate separation (20-50%) Continuous abdominal pain Mild shock Maternal BP-normal Tachycardia - ANSWER Placental abruption "moderate" classification