Abstract
Intraamniotic infection (IAI) may occur when the amniotic membranes are ruptured >18 hours prior to birth. The term neonate is at risk for early onset sepsis. This article describes the pathophysiology of IAI and the role of the mother-baby nurse during the anticipated birth and the ongoing assessment of the neonate.
MeSH terms
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Amniotic Fluid / microbiology*
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Bacterial Infections* / diagnosis
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Bacterial Infections* / etiology
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Bacterial Infections* / physiopathology
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Bacterial Infections* / therapy
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Clinical Laboratory Techniques / methods
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Female
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Fetal Membranes, Premature Rupture / microbiology
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Fetal Membranes, Premature Rupture / physiopathology
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Intensive Care, Neonatal / methods
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Neonatal Screening / methods
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Neonatal Screening / nursing
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Neonatal Sepsis* / diagnosis
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Neonatal Sepsis* / etiology
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Neonatal Sepsis* / physiopathology
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Neonatal Sepsis* / prevention & control
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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / diagnosis
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / physiopathology
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / therapy