Maternal-Newborn: Week 5 Review – Pregnancy Complications: Assessment & Management

This Week 5 review covers a wide range of complications that can arise during pregnancy, with a focus on assessment, medical and nursing management, and discharge teaching. Guided by Professor Ureno’s materials, we’ll review high-risk concerns like preterm labor, PROM, chorioamnionitis, incompetent cervix, and multiple gestations. You’ll also get an overview of complex conditions such as hyperemesis gravidarum, cholestasis, hypertensive disorders (including preeclampsia and HELLP), diabetes, placenta abnormalities, and infections like STIs, TORCH, and Group B Strep. Medications like magnesium sulfate, corticosteroids, and insulin are discussed alongside nursing priorities and client education. This is your one-stop review for managing maternal complications and ensuring safe outcomes for both patient and baby.🩺 For Anyone About to Start Core – Stuff That Actually Helped MeStarting core can be overwhelming, so I wanted to share a list of things I got that I’ve actually used throughout the program. None of this is required. Clinical EssentialsHand sanitizer (always keep one on you) https://amzn.to/4rgy62XPenlight (neuro checks, pupil assessments) https://amzn.to/4qzr0GEBadge SetupStudent nurse badge (vertical) https://amzn.to/4qBMLFLBadge reference cards (vertical) https://amzn.to/4qF5wblStudent nurse badge (horizontal) https://amzn.to/4jZFIV2Badge reference cards (horizontal) https://amzn.to/4sWxcdkClinical ToolsFoldable clipboard (absolute must for clinicals) https://amzn.to/4jUwvNyPen/pencil combo https://amzn.to/4k4ZcaYClinical report notepad https://amzn.to/3ZxaET2Mini sharpies https://amzn.to/4bXP5CqMini highlighters https://amzn.to/4pUp9LDStethoscopeLittmann stethoscope (used every semester) https://amzn.to/4reKtMRStudy HelpLevel Up RN flashcards set (great for quick reviews)https://amzn.to/4qJ3CXoEveryone has different preferences, but these items stayed useful for me from the start of core through the program. Hope this helps make the transition a little smoother. Good luck, you’ve got this 💙🩺