Suggested Level of Knowlege: Good

LOs

SS_OB 1.13 Explain the factors that influence the transfer of drugs across the placenta to the foetus

SS_OB 1.14 Outline the potential effects on the foetus and neonate of drugs administered during pregnancy

Past SAQs

2007.2 After epidural injection in a health term pregnant woman, discuss the factors influencing the distribution of bupivacaine to (a) the maternal CSF

and spinal cord; (b) the maternal circulation; (c) the foetus.

Placental Transfer