12. Postpartum Problems

Question 1

Which NSAID carries the greatest risk of renal failure?

Answer 1

Naproxen

Question 2

What is the order of preference for postnatal antihypertensives (maybe!)?

Answer 2

1. Labetalol
2. Calcium channel blockers
3. ACE inhibitors

Question 3

What side effects is methyldopa associated with?

Answer 3

1. Postnatal depression
2. Postural hypotension
3. Sedation

Question 4

How does reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome present?

Answer 4

1. Postpartum
2. Recurrent thunderclap headaches
3. Nausea & vomiting
4. Photophobia
5. Confusion
6. Blurred vision