Dystocia NCLEX Review Care Plans Nursing Study Guide on Dystocia Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency which occurs when the baby’s shoulder is caught on the mother’s pubic bone during delivery. It is sometimes referred to as “turtle sign” due to its presentation. The head is delivered but the shoulder …
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Mastitis NCLEX Review Care Plans Nursing Study Guide on Mastitis Mastitis is the localized inflammation of the breast tissue, sometimes involving the nipple and areola. It is characterized by redness and swelling, and usually affects only one breast. It is mostly seen in lactating women but can also occur in …
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Hydatidiform Mole Nursing Diagnosis Interventions and Care Plans Nursing Study Guide for Hydatidiform Mole Gestational trophoblastic disease is a group of medical conditions arising from proliferation of abnormal cells inside a patient’s uterus. Hydatidiform mole is one of these conditions wherein trophoblasts abnormally grow in the womb. Instead of maturing …
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Meconium Aspiration NCLEX Review Care Plans Nursing Study Guide on Meconium Aspiration Syndrome Meconium aspiration syndrome happens when the newborn displays respiratory distress caused by the ingestion and aspiration of meconium. Infants usually start their bowel movement after birth. However, in some instances, they start producing meconium, their first stool, …
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Ectopic Pregnancy NCLEX Review Care Plans Nursing Study Guide on Ectopic Pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy is a medical condition wherein the zygote fails to attach to the uterus and will either be on the fallopian tubes, the cervix, or any other part of the female reproductive system. Due to the nature …
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