What is Magnesium Sulfate used for, route of admin, and what are we monitoring? - Ans:✔✔-given on
the IV pump, suppresses the respiratory system -- Need Respiratory rate monitored!
What is Terbutaline used for, route of admin, and what are we monitoring? - Ans:✔✔-reduces premature
uterine contractions
-given SQ, it causes maternal tachycardia so we need to monitor HR!
-these are used in cases when hydration is not enough, they need patient to rest a little
What is Indocin used for, route of admin, and what are we monitoring/when do we stop using it? -
Ans:✔✔-given orally, contraindication can't be used after 32 weeks gestation because it constricts the
ductus on the infant
What is Calcium channel blockers used for and what are we monitoring? - Ans:✔✔-causes maternal
hypotension, can cause patients to feel lightheadedness
Promotion of Fetal Lung Maturity: Steroids... what is it good for, when is it given, and what are the
dangerous effects for mother? - Ans:✔✔--Good for the baby: speed fetal lung maturity
-Decreased incidence & severity of Respiratory Distress (RDS)
-Given if at gestational ages 24-34 weeks
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