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Complications of Puerperium

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What is the third most common cause of maternal death worldwide following childbirth?

Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

Endometritis

Hemorrhage

Puerperal sepsis (correct)

Which type of bacteria is NOT commonly associated with puerperal sepsis?

Clostridium tetani (correct)

Clostridium welchii

Escherichia coli (E.coli)

Streptococci

What are common symptoms of puerperal sepsis?

Cough and cold

Backache and fatigue

Abnormal vaginal discharge and abnormal smell of discharge (correct)

Headache and dizziness

Which of the following is NOT part of the treatment for puerperal infection?

Physical therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is one important aspect of nursing care in puerperal infection?

Providing drugs and fluids Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of endometritis?

Rupture of membranes during childbirth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of endometritis?

Constipation Signup and view all the answers

What are the risk factors for developing endometritis?

Having a cesarean delivery Signup and view all the answers

How is endometritis diagnosed?

Physical exam of the pelvic area Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of endometritis?

Infertility Signup and view all the answers