Nursing Diagnosis

Four Potential Nursing Diagnoses for a potential patient with HELLP syndrome

1 *  Risk for maternal injury R/T potential for seizure and organ damage AEB high blood pressure, proteinuria, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets.

2 *  Fluid volume deficit R/T plasma protein loss AEB proteinuria, pitting edema, and weight gain.

3 *  Ineffective uteroplacental tissue perfusion R/T hypertension AEB maternal headaches, elevated blood pressures, and fetal intolerance.

4 *  Anxiety R/T unknown outcomes of condition, labor and delivery AEB statements of fear and elevated heart rate



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Support Groups

"Are there others like me?"
             "How will I get through this?"

Many mothers have been through what you are experiencing and can be there to help you discuss what you're going through and how you're feeling. The internet is wonderful for connecting people with similar situations and providing a support network for those in need.

Below are just a few of the many, many, support options out there! Be sure to look locally for groups that meet in person too to make new friends and receive that support from your community!



http://www.preeclampsia.org/the-news/44-press-releases/121-preeclampsia-foundation-and-the-hellp-syndrome-society-announce-merger


https://www.inspire.com/groups/living-after-infertility-resolution/discussion/hellp-syndrome-survivor-group-free-peer-led/

https://promisewalk.wordpress.com/category/hellp-syndrome/

http://www.netmums.com/coffeehouse/advice-support-40/birth-trauma-support-601/689543-hellp-second-child-fears.html

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hellp&back picture: http://www.zazzle.com/ive_been_through_hellp_and_back_shirt-235554081201633724

Nursing Care- Recommended Apps to track your health!

"How can I better manage my health?"

If you are feeling proactive and want to keep track of your health, thanks to modern technology, there are many things you can track at the push of a finger on your smart phone! While there are no HELLP specific apps, there are apps that will help you track either your pregnancy or your blood pressure and other health factors. 

Health Tracker PRO

This app will allow you to log and track your blood pressure, as well as you resting heart rate, BMI, and blood sugar.

It is available for both apple and windows phones.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/health-tracker-manager-for/id366266931?mt=8

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/apps/health-tracker-pro/9nblggh0gwpq

Smart BP

This app in conjunction with a home cuff, will sync with you health records to allow you to track your pressures and show your doc your trends from home.

It is available for both apple and windows phones.

http://www.evolvemedsys.com

BabyBump Pregnancy Pro

     This app will help you keep track of where you are in your pregnancy. It will tell you what is happening week by week and also let you journal your experience and track questions you may have for your doctor.

It is available for both apple and window phones.

https://babybumpapp.com/babybump/home

My Baby's Beat

This app is a wonderful little tool that allows you to lay your phone on your stomach and have your microphone pick up fetal heart tones. While it won't help you with symptoms, it will give you peace of mind to hear your little one is happy and healthy.

It is available for both apple and windows phones.

https://mybabysbeat.com

Phone picture: https://www.puretalkusa.com/blog/preserve-your-cell-phone-data/

Nursing Care- Website Recommendations

"Where can I learn more?"

There are lots of places you can go to learn more about this condition and educate yourself on what to expect and what to watch for! Here are a few great options.

http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-complications/hellp-syndrome/

http://www.preeclampsia.org/health-information/hellp-syndrome

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/preeclampsia/basics/complications/con-20031644

http://www.marchofdimes.org/complications/hellpsyndrome.aspx#