2. INTRODUCTION
The placenta is implanted partially or
completely over the lower uterine segment it is
called placenta.
3. DEFINITION
In placenta praevia the placenta is implanted
in the lower uterine segment such that it
completely or partially cover the cervix or is
close enough to the cervix to cause bleeding
when the cervix dilated or the lower uterine
segment effaces.
(Hull and Resnik, 2009)
4. INCIDENCE
In 80% cases it is found in multiparous
women.
The incidence is increased beyond the age of
35, with high birth order pregnancies and in
multiple pregnancy.
The incidence approximately 4-5 per thousand
pregnancies.
5. RISK FACTOR
Multiparity
Increased maternal age
Higher altitude
History of pervious scar in the uterus
smoking
6. TYPES
There are four types of placenta praevia
depending up on the degree of extension of
placenta to the lower segment.
Type 1 (Low lying)
Type 2 (Marginal)
Type 3 (Incomplete or partial central)
Type 4 (Central or total)
7. CONTD...
Type 1 (Low lying) :
The major part of the placenta is attached to
the upper segment and only the lower margin
encroaches onto the lower segment but not on
the os.
8. CONTD...
Type 2 (Marginal):
The placenta reaches the margin of internal os
but does not cover it.
9. CONTD...
Type 3 (Incomplete or partial central):
The placenta covers the internal os partially
(cover the internal os when closed but does
not entirely do so when fully dilated)
10. CONTD...
Type 4 (Central or total):
The placenta completely covers the internal os
even after it is fully dilated.
11. CLINICAL FEATURES
Symptoms
Vaginal bleeding:
Sudden in onset, painless
Revealed bleeding (fresh blood)
Bright red or dark coloured
Unrelated to activity
12. CONTD...
Signs:
General conditions and anaemia are
proportionate to the visible blood loss.
Abdominal examination: the size of the uterus
Uterus feels relaxed and soft.
The head is floating in contrast to the period of
gestation.
Fetal heart sound is usually present.
21. PREVENTION
To minimize the risks, the following guidelines are
useful.
Adequate antenatal care.
Significance of warning haemorrhage
At home-
Put the patient on bed
Abdominal examination
Vaginal examination must not be done
Transfer to hospital
Admission to hospital
22. IMMEDIATE ATTENTION
To ensure an adequate blood supply to a
women and fetus place the women immediatly
on bed rest in a side lying position.
A large bore IV cannula is cited and infusion
of normal sline
Gentle abdominal palpation
23. SCHEME OF MANAGEMENT
All APH patients are to be admitted
- general and abdominal examination
- Clinical assessment of blood loss
- Resuscitation if necessary
- Localisation of placenta
1.Excpectant management 2. Active interference
24. EXPECTANT MANAGEMENT
The expectant management is carried upto 37
weeks.
Aim: The aim is to continue pregnancy for fetal
maturity without compromising the maternal
health.
Indications:
No active bleeding
Patient stable haemo-dynamically
FHS-good
CTG-reactive fetus
25. CONTD...
Interventions:
Bed rest
Periodic inspection of vulvul pads
Supplementary haematinics if patient is
anaemic
Use of tocolytics
Rh immunoglobulins to all Rh negative
women
27. CONTD...
Active management
Vaginal delivery Caesarean delivery
Placental edge is within 2cm from the internal
os: in this case no internal examination is
performed and caesarean section is considered
as the best choice.
28. NURSING MANAGEMENT
Nursing diagnosis:
Decreased cardiac output related to blood loss
as manifested by increase in heart rate.
Interventions:
Monitor vital signs
Provide adequate rest
Encourage relaxation techniques
Evaluate Hb of the client
29. Ineffective tissue perfusion related to
decrease in Hb in blood as menifested by
dyspnea.
Interventions:
Monitor vital signs
Encourage quiet and restful environment
Encourage use of relaxation techniques
Provide supplemental oxygen to the client as
prescribed by the physician.
30. Deficient fluid volume related to blood
loss as manifested by vital signs
changes.
Interventions:
Monitor vital signs.
Monitor FHR.
Initiate IV fluids as ordered by the physician.
Place the patient in left lateral position.