PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES IN PREGNANCY | LEC 11 | BSC.N | OBG I

📚 Lecture 11 – Physiological Changes in Pregnancy | BSc Nursing | OBG I By Dr. Ramandeep Kaur 🌸 Unit: Obstetrics & Gynaecology – I (OBG I) In this insightful session, Dr. Ramandeep Kaur explores the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, equipping BSc Nursing students with essential knowledge required for clinical practice and maternal care. Pregnancy is a complex journey marked by dynamic changes in almost every system of a woman’s body. This lecture provides an in-depth understanding of the systemic adaptations that support fetal development and maternal well-being. Key highlights of the lecture include: ✅ Cardiovascular Changes – Understanding increased cardiac output and blood volume ✅ Respiratory Adaptations – Enhanced oxygen requirements and changes in lung capacity ✅ Gastrointestinal and Renal Adjustments – How digestion and kidney function are affected ✅ Endocrine and Hormonal Shifts – Role of hormones like hCG, progesterone, estrogen ✅ Musculoskeletal & Integumentary Changes – Postural changes, skin pigmentation, and more ✅ Psychological Responses – Emotional shifts and maternal adaptation to pregnancy With real-life examples and clinical correlations, this lecture prepares nursing students to provide holistic antenatal care and recognize normal vs. abnormal changes during pregnancy.