A high risk pregnancy is one in which a concurrent disorder, pregnancy-related complication or external factor jeopardizes the health of the mother, the fetus or both.
It becomes high risk if chronic illness before pregnancy exists or if a complication develop during pregnancy. The external factors or circumstances increases pregnancy risk includes poverty, lack of support people, poor coping mechanisms, genetic inheritance or past history of pregnancy complications.
Health teachings from health care providers are the best intervention for high risk pregnancies. Pregnancy often stimulates women to learn more about identifying and planning treatment as well.
Here are list of proper nursing care intended for them:
Take prenatal visits and gain good pregnancy information such as self care activities from Nurse-midwife or from OB/GYNE Physicians
Determining factors related to disorders like kidney diseases and cardiovascular disease affecting health of the mother and fetus.
Helping the mother regain her health as quickly as possible so that pregnancy with no complication can continue.
Prepare her psychologically and physically for labor, birth and arrival of the newborn.
Ensures that she receives adequate rest through planning two rest periods a day.
Family members must participate in exercise programs and full support is needed for her.
If an accident or trauma occurs which causes great deal of stress, counseling and support programs for the couple may be needed to overcome guilt and anger.
The couple should recognize high risk factors and report it to the Physician which includes:
Extent of edema
Exhaustion and shortness of breath
Severe blood loss
A change in fluid and electrolyte balance
Burning sensation during urination
Altered cardiovascular and respiratory function
Infections like Toxoplasmosis and STD
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