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Polyhydramnios

Polyhydramnios refers to an abnormally large amount of amniotic fluid in the uterus, with a normal range being 500 to 1,000 ml. Key assessment findings of polyhydramnios include abdominal discomfort, edema of the feet and ankles, and difficulty detecting fetal parts or heart tones. Priority nursing interventions are encouraging bed rest, monitoring for premature labor, and preparing for possible amniocentesis or labor induction.

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Polyhydramnios

Polyhydramnios refers to an abnormally large amount of amniotic fluid in the uterus, with a normal range being 500 to 1,000 ml. Key assessment findings of polyhydramnios include abdominal discomfort, edema of the feet and ankles, and difficulty detecting fetal parts or heart tones. Priority nursing interventions are encouraging bed rest, monitoring for premature labor, and preparing for possible amniocentesis or labor induction.

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POLYHYDRAMNIOS

POLYHYDRAMNIOS
Refers to an abnormally large amount of
amniotic fluid in the uterus.
Normal range: 500 to 1,000 ml amniotic fluid
volume
KEY ASSESSMENT FINDINGS
Abdominal discomfort
Slight dyspnea
Edema of feet and ankles (mild), vulva, legs
and abdomen (severe)
Uterine enlargement greater than expected
for the length of gestation
Difficulty in outlining the fetal parts and in
detecting fetal heart tones.

PRIORITY NURSING INTERVENTION
Encourage the patient to maintain bed rest
Advise the patient to avoid straining on
defecation.
Monitor the patient for signs and symptoms of
premature labor.
Prepare the woman for amniocentesis and
possible labor induction as appropriate.

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