Trauma in pregnancy

Although serious trauma during pregnancy is uncommon, it remains a major cause of maternal and fetal death and presents a variety of patient care challenges. The anatomic and physiologic changes of pregnancy can affect both the nature of an injury and the body's response to it. Here, the author...

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Published in:The American journal of nursing 2009-11, Vol.109 (11), p.41-47
Main Author: Criddle, Laura M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Female
Fetal Death - etiology
Fetal Death - prevention & control
Humans
Injuries
Inpatient care
Medical treatment
Nursing
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Complications - nursing
Risk Factors
Trauma
Triage
Wounds and Injuries - complications
Wounds and Injuries - mortality
Wounds and Injuries - nursing
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Summary:Although serious trauma during pregnancy is uncommon, it remains a major cause of maternal and fetal death and presents a variety of patient care challenges. The anatomic and physiologic changes of pregnancy can affect both the nature of an injury and the body's response to it. Here, the author describes the mechanisms of traumatic injury during pregnancy, discusses the normal changes of pregnancy and their implications in the care of pregnant trauma patients, and offers strategies for assessment and treatment.
ISSN:0002-936X
1538-7488
DOI:10.1097/01.NAJ.0000363352.52097.d5