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NR 327 Assignment 4 Care in the Postpartum Period

NR 327 Antepartum/Intrapartum ISBAR

Student Name

Chamberlain University

NR-327: Maternal-Child Nursing

Prof. Name

Date

NR 327 Antepartum/Intrapartum ISBAR

I. Identification

The following information outlines the patient identification details for the ISBAR report.

NameTitleReason for Being ThereClinical DateTime
K.K.Student NurseClinical Experience05/02/XX08:88 am

S. Situation

The situation section summarizes the patient’s obstetric status and reason for admission.

Patient InitialsAgeGravidaTermPretermAbortionLivingEDCLMPGestational AgeSingletonReason for AdmitFetal MovementMembrane Status
K.K.25G1T0P0A0L0N/AN/A27 weeksSingletonRapid weight gain, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, headachePresentIntact

The patient presented with multiple warning signs of possible preeclampsia, including headaches, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, and sudden weight gain.

F. Findings

This section records clinical findings and physician information.

DateTimeFluid ColorAllergiesAttending Physician
05/02/20181:30 pmN/ANo known allergiesDr. Hunt Kelly

B. Background

Obstetric and Medical Background

The patient has no prior pregnancy history and is receiving prenatal care.

Previous PregnanciesYearType of DeliveryLabor LengthComplicationsPrenatal CareGBS StatusBreastfeeding
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AYesNegativeN/A

Laboratory, Medical, and Social History

Labs OrderedComplicationsPast Medical HistorySocial HistoryFamily SupportHome Medications
Rh antigen, CBC, Urinalysis, CMP, blood type, uric acidPreeclampsiaNone reportedNot documentedNot documentedPrenatal vitamins

A. Assessment

The assessment includes vital signs and pain status recorded at different times.

TimeTempB/PHRRRSpO2PainFHTs
1:45 pm36.9°C (98.4°F)162/9892/min22/min92%8/10140
12:00 pm37.0°C160/100100/min24/min97%8/10120
12:20 pm37.0°C162/10094/min22/min97%8/10124

Labor Status

OnsetStage/PhaseVaginal ExamBlood/FluidPlanned DeliveryFHR PatternContraction PatternFrequencyDurationStrengthProgress
N/AN/A//__N/AVaginalReassuringN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

The patient’s elevated blood pressure, persistent pain, and symptoms indicate severe preeclampsia risk, requiring close observation and intervention.

R. Recommendations

Maternal Physical Assessment

  • Urinalysis indicated proteinuria.

  • Deep tendon reflexes (Achilles) were 3+ bilaterally.

  • The patient reported right upper quadrant and epigastric pain.

  • Symptoms also included nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, headaches, visual disturbances, and severe edema (facial and pedal edema rated 3+).

Treatments and Interventions

IV FluidsCurrent MedicationsLabsActivity
Lactated Ringers at 125 ml/hrPrenatal vitamins, hydralazine 5 mg, magnesium sulfate 4 g IV bolus followed by 2 g/hr infusion, sodium chloride, calcium gluconate 1 g IV bolus, additional hydralazine 5 mg IV bolusUrinalysis, 24-hour urine protein collection, CBC, CMP, blood type, AST, uric acid, Rh antigenBed Rest

Discharge Planning

Upon discharge, the following education and precautions should be emphasized:

  • Report immediately if abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, headaches, vision changes, swelling, or decreased urine output occur.

  • Adhere strictly to prescribed medications, especially hydralazine for hypertension management.

  • Attend all scheduled prenatal follow-ups to monitor maternal and fetal well-being.

Plan of Care

Based on clinical findings, the patient should be:

  • Monitored continuously for preeclampsia progression.

  • Maintained on bed rest with IV fluids to stabilize blood pressure and prevent complications.

  • Monitored through ongoing fetal surveillance, including heart rate monitoring and movement tracking.

  • Administered all prescribed medications while observing for potential side effects.

  • Provided with family education to ensure proper support and compliance with treatment.

This comprehensive plan aims to reduce maternal risks, prevent seizure activity, and ensure optimal fetal outcomes.

References

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (2020). Gestational hypertension and preeclampsia: ACOG practice bulletin, number 222. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 135(6), e237-e260. https://doi.org/10.1097/AOG.0000000000003891

NR 327 Antepartum/Intrapartum ISBAR

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