Intermediate Nursing

In this lesson we will discuss the structure and function of the placenta, define Placenta Previa, and describe its causes and risk factors. We will explore assessments and priority nursing interventions.   Learning Objectives: At the end of this lesson,

In this lesson, we will start with what Abruptio Placenta is, then we will explore the causes, and how it affects mother and fetus. We will discuss your assessments, priority nursing interventions and types of treatments.   Learning Objectives: In

In this lesson, we will cover the 4 Stages of Labors, including types of contractions. Then we will explore assessments and the priority nursing interventions.   Learning Objectives: At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:

In this lesson, we will start with discussing some common Obstetric Procedures and the assessments and nursing interventions related to these procedures.   Learning Objectives: At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to: Describe 1 non-invasive

In this lesson, we will cover common types of  Maternal Medications utilized during pregnancy and labor/birth and their indications,  including tocolytics, oxytocin, and analgesics. We will explore how the medications affect mother and fetus/newborn. We will discuss assessments and the

In this lesson we will discuss external and internal Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring, including when and why it’s used during pregnancy to assess fetal well-being. Then we will cover nursing interventions before, during, and after the test, including basic concepts

In this lesson, we will discuss Anesthesia as it relates to labor and birth, including 3 types. We will discuss assessments and the priority nursing interventions associated with Anesthesia for labor & birth.   Learning Objectives: At the end of

In this lesson we will start with the particular risks of Tuberculosis (TB) for pregnant women and infants, then cover assessments, diagnostics, and treatments of TB. We will explore complications of the infection, nursing assessments and priority nursing interventions, including

In this lesson we will start with what TORCH Infections are, the causes and risks to mother and embryo/fetus. We will also cover ways to assess these infections, and the priority nursing interventions.   Learning Objectives: At the end of

In this lesson we will start with the risks to pregnant clients and embryo/fetus/newborn risks of Substance Abuse and Pregnancy, and how Fetal Alcohol Syndrome affects a child’s development. We will explore assessing possible substance use during routine prenatal care,