Question

Medical and nurseing management of placenta previa

Answer 1

Now that the pregnant woman is in the final trimester of her pregnancy, the risks that could harm the fetus inside also get more perilous. Months away from birth, a woman should not be complacent of her condition at all times. Her guard must always be up, and further education is necessary to enforce her awareness of how precious and fragile the life inside of her is.


Definition

Placenta previa is a condition wherein the placenta of a pregnant woman is implanted abnormally in the uterus. It accounts for the most incidents of bleeding in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Pathophysiology

The placenta implants on the lower part of the uterus.

The lower uterine segment separates from the upper segment as the cervix starts to dilate.

The placenta is unable to stretch and accommodate the shape of the cervix, resulting in bleeding.