ABRUPTIO PLACENTAE: PROVIDING PATIENT CARE

Course overview

Abruptio placentae (AP) is the sudden and unexpected separation of an implanted healthy placenta from the uterine wall prior to delivery of the fetus. This occurs most often in the second and third trimester of pregnancy and requires immediate medical attention, as it can result in maternal or fetal death. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of relevant research on the general principles of caring for a patient with AP, including why this is important and information to provide to the patient’s family. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.