EP 16 - Placenta Previa

Placenta previa is a critical obstetric condition that every nurse needs to recognize. In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor, DNP, CPNP, CCRN, walks you through placenta previa, a condition where placental placement turns into a potential emergency—and how nurses can recognize it, manage it, and avoid critical missteps. 

You’ll hear a real case of a pregnant client who presents with sudden, painless vaginal bleeding—and why knowing what not to do may be one of the most critical nursing decisions you make. Morgan breaks down everything from anatomy to management and guides you through a high-yield NCLEX-style question on what actions require intervention. 

Topics discussed in this episode: 

• What is placenta previa, and why does placental placement matter? 

• The hallmark sign: bright red, painless third-trimester bleeding 

• Why cervical exams are strictly contraindicated 

• Key nursing priorities: fetal monitoring, pad counts, and IV access 

• A real case of complete previa and how bedrest, steroids, and timing mattered 

• Breaking down an NCLEX-style question on safe nursing care 

This episode is your go-to guide for mastering placenta previa, recognizing red flags early, and avoiding the most common—and dangerous—nursing error. Tune in now to lock in the must-know clinical cues and stay sharp at the bedside. 

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