Pearson Chpt 11 NCLEX PN Uncomplicated Postpartum Care

What are the types of lochia?

The amount may be increased by exrtion or breastfeeding.  Unexplained increase in amount or reapperance of rubra is normal

These are caused by intermittent utrine contractions following delivery

First 48 hours postpartum pose greatest risk of complication for clients with what disease

What low hormone level postpartum lead to decreased vaginal lubrication and vasocongestion for 6 to 10 weeks, which can result in painful intercourse

also known as an attachment

a maternal adjustment reaction

occurs on 2nd or 3rd day as supply of blood and lymph in the breast is increased and transitional milk is produced

this milk is produced after 2 weeks and appears water and slightly bluish in color, similar to skim milk

their return time is prolonged in lactating women and affected by length of time the woman breastfeeds and whether formula supplements are used

this displaces the uterus, increasing the risk of uternine atony and postpartum hemorrhage

to determine uternine firmenss, height or fundus, and position of fundus in  relation to what?

normal pulse range for postpartume is what?

termperature above 100.4 F after first 24 hours may indication infection; it may be elevated initially after delivery related to what?

Inspect any abdominal incisions, cesarean delivery or tubla for REEDA.  What does REEDA stand for?

client should void in how many hours following delivery?

After delivery you should inspect for type, quantity, amount, odor

pain in calf upon dorsiflexion of foot is recorded as a positive sing and may indicate thrombophlebitis

These would be in effort to provide client what:  apply ice to perineum 20 min on/10 min off for first 24 hours, and encourage sitz bath, warm or cool after first 12 to 24 hours

gently massage fundus if boggy will prevent what?