Preventing Post Partum Complications: It Starts with Education

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Stephanie Weightman, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCEMP Related seminars and products

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Stephanie Weightman, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCEMP, is the head of clinical operations at Perfecting Peds, which focuses on optimizing pediatric patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions. With triple board certifications in pharmacotherapy, pediatric pharmacotherapy, and emergency medicine coupled with specialized skills in pharmacy education, her mission is to ensure that every pediatric patient receives the highest standard of care with an individualized approach. Leveraging a background that includes roles at a digital education company, clinical drug information, and over a decade at the bedside, she has extensive expertise within the pediatric population.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Stephanie Weightman has employment relationships with Perfecting Peds, Elsevier Inc., UWorld/RxPrep, and Pyrls. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Stephanie Weightman is a member of the American Pharmacists Association, the Pediatric Pharmacy Association, the American College of Clinical Pharmacy, and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

 

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Target Audience

• Nurses
• NPs
• PAs
• MDs
• DOs
• Pharmacists,

Objectives

1. Recognize common postpartum complications affecting maternal health.
2. Discuss the role of medications in managing postpartum complications.
3. Collaborate with other healthcare providers to monitor and address postpartum complications.
4. Provide patient education on postpartum care and the recognition of complications.

Outline

Introduction

• Overview of postpartum period and common complications.
• Importance of recognizing and managing postpartum complications.

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Postpartum

• Understanding GDM and its postpartum implications.
• Management strategies and medications.
• Patient education on monitoring blood sugar levels.

Postpartum Hypertension

• Identification and causes of postpartum hypertension.
• Medication and lifestyle management.

Infections After Delivery

• Common postpartum infections (e.g., surgical site infection, superficial, deep).
• Role of antibiotics and other treatments.
• Educating patients on signs of infection and prevention measures.

Postpartum Depression

• Symptoms and risk factors of postpartum depression.
• Therapeutic approaches including medication and counseling.
• Importance of mental health support and patient education.

Hemorrhoids and Constipation

• Causes and symptoms of postpartum hemorrhoids and constipation.
• Treatment options including medications and dietary adjustments.
• Providing advice on preventive measures and home care.

Perineum Pain

• Causes of perineum pain postpartum.
• Pain management techniques and medications.
• Patient education on healing and pain relief strategies.

Collaborative Care and Patient Education

• Strategies for effective collaboration among healthcare providers.
• Comprehensive patient education on recognizing and addressing postpartum complications.
• Resources and support systems for postpartum care.