Subinvolution Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is the short term goal for childbearing? Seek and participate in perinatal education in preparation for postpartum What is the long term goal for childbearing/postpartum? Family and PCP will manage the expected physiologic and psychologic changes of the postpartum period. What is the overall outcome for the postpartum family? Family will adapt positively following the childbearing process. What are the 4th trimester goals? -restoring physical condition -developing competence in infant ca...

NM 706 Exam 1 questions with correct answers What has helped prevent RH disease of the newborn? Answer RH testing If a mother refuses rhogam, what testing may be helpful in determining the antenatal identification of fetal Rh (D) phenotype? Answer Cell-free DNA What are current hemolytic disease of newborn usually caused by? Answer (1) anti-C (2) anti-E (3) anti-Kell antibodies What are the steps of dealing with a uterine inversion? Answer (1) immediately summoning help (2) institute r...

What is the leading cause of maternal death in both developed and developing countries., accounting for about 25% of all maternal deaths worldwide? Postpartum Hemorrhage PPH is defined as: Cumulative blood loss greater than 1,000 mL with signs and symptoms of hypovolemia within 24 hours of the birth process. Morbidity from PPH can be severe when paired with: -Organ Failure -Shock -Edema -Thrombosis -Acute respiratory distress -Sepsis -Anemia -Intensive care admissions -Prolonged Hospitalizatio...

Uterine Involution When checking uterus, always place hand above symphysis pubis to stabilize the uterus - Return of uterus to non-pregnant state following birth. - Progresses rapidly - Fundus descends 1 to 2 cm every 24 hours - 2 weeks after childbirth uterus lies in true pelvis Subinvolution - Failure of uterus to return to non-pregnant state - Common causes are retained placental fragments and infection Uterine Contractions - Hemostasis achieved by compression of intramyometrial blood vesse...

Postpartum Period correct answer: AKA Puerperium or fourth trimester. This is the period between the birth of the newborn and the return of the reproductive organs to their normal nonpregnant state. This time frame is roughly 6 weeks. Involution correct answer: The return of the uterus to a nonpregnant state after birth. It begins directly after birth and takes about 6 weeks to complete. After childbirth, uterine contractions normally compress compress intramyometrial blood vessels and prod...

What is the purpose of the postpartum assessment? correct answer: 1. Healthy transition to pre-pregnancy state. 2. Identify risk factors and complications. 3. Educate about self-care and well-being. 4. Support and advocate for autonomy. How does the nurse begin the postpartum assessment? correct answer: The nurse will review the client's chart, gather the required supplies, follow infection prevention and control protocols, introduce themselves to the client and explain the assessmen...

NARM Study Questions and answers 2024 best solutions dysuria - ANSWERS Which is not a sign of pre-eclampsia -hypertension -proteinuria -dysuria -pitting edema foramen ovale - ANSWERS What is the name of the temporary opening between the atria in the fetal heart which allows blood to pass since it doesnt need to pass through the lungs -ductus arteriosis -formen ovale -umbilical vein -left atria vertical transmission - ANSWERS Disease that passes from parent to offspring across ...

Hip Dysplasia: - Abnormal development of the pelvic joint causing the head of the femur and the acetabulum not to be aligned properly. Assessment Findings: -Asymmetry & unequal # of skin folds on the posterior thigh. -Limited hip abduction -Shortening of the femur -Widened Perineum -Positive Ortolani test -Positive Barlow test -One leg shorter -Walking on the toes on one foot -Walk with a limp Warning Signs of Preeclampsia: - - Hypertension (140/90+) - protein in urine (1+) - Right...

What does "tissue"refer to? - Having refrained placental fragments, membranes or clots left inside the uterus; uterine subinvolution What is a potentially life-threatening complication that can occur after both vaginal & csection? - PPH How is PPH defined? - As a cumulative blood loss greater than 500 mL for vaginal births and 1000 mL for c-sections w/ S/S of hypovolemia w/in 24 hours what is the most common cause of PPH? - Urine atony What is urine atony? - Failure of the uterus to c...

BSN 346 ISBN 3 Exam Questions and Answers All Correct The postpartum period last from - Answer-birth to 6 weeks The postpartum period is when the womans body is - Answer-returning to prepregnancy state Priority postpartum assessment for vaginal delivery - Answer-* Fundus * peri area * lochia * output *Vital signs Additional assessment for C-Section - Answer-*LOC *Dressing C/D/I *Return of feeling in legs Assessment begins with - Answer-*Getting report for delivery room nurse *Ob...