SOAP. – Vaginal Bleeding: Second and Third Trimesters
Vaginal Bleeding: Second and Third Trimesters Merita O’Sullivan Definition Bright or dark red vaginal bleeding during the second or third trimester (>12 weeks’ gestation) is […]
Month: January 2020
SOAP. – Vaginal Bleeding: First Trimester
Vaginal Bleeding: First Trimester Merita O’Sullivan Definition Vaginal bleeding is common during the first trimester of pregnancy, occurring in 20% to 40% of all pregnancies. […]
SOAP. – Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy
Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Pyelonephritis is an infection in one or both kidneys, usually involving the entire urinary tract. […]
SOAP. – Preterm Labor
Preterm Labor Merita O’Sullivan Definition A.Preterm labor (PTL) is defined as regular uterine contractions that produce documented cervical changes after 20 weeks and prior to […]
SOAP. – Preeclampsia (PIH)
Preeclampsia (PIH) Merita O’Sullivan Definition A.Preeclampsia, also called PIH (antiquated term toxemia), is the new onset of hypertension with proteinuria that develops after 20 weeks’ gestation […]
SOAP. – Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a carbohydrate intolerance with onset or recognition during pregnancy. Incidence […]
SOAP. – Anemia, Iron Deficiency
Anemia, Iron Deficiency Christina C. Reed and Susan Drummond Definition A.Anemia in pregnancy results from decreased serum iron. The iron-binding capacity is increased. Red blood […]
SOAP. – Postpartum Overview
Postpartum Overview Christina C. Reed The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released new recommendations for postpartum care, including developing a postpartum care […]
SOAP. – Prenatal Care: Third Trimester Overview
Prenatal Care: Third Trimester Overview Christina C. Reed If the patient presents for entry for prenatal care in the third trimester, complete all of the […]
SOAP. – Prenatal Care: Second Trimester Overview
Prenatal Care: Second Trimester Overview Christina C. Reed Include components of the first trimester evaluation (see previous text) at the patient’s initial visit. Physical Examination […]