Post-Delivery Recovery Period for Mother and Baby
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During the recovery period after delivery, how often are the mother's vital signs and fundal rubs checked in the first 4 hours?

  • Every 15 minutes for 2 times, then every 30 minutes for 4 times, and then every hour for 2 times
  • Every 30 minutes for 4 times, then every 15 minutes for 2 times, and then every hour for 2 times
  • Every hour for 4 times, then every 30 minutes for 2 times, and then every 15 minutes for 2 times
  • Every 15 minutes for 4 times, then every 30 minutes for 2 times, and then every hour for 2 times (correct)

How often are the baby's vital signs checked during the recovery period after delivery?

  • Every 30 minutes for 4 times, then every hour for 2 times, and then every 15 minutes for 2 times
  • Every 15 minutes for 2 times, then every 30 minutes for 4 times, and then every hour for 2 times
  • Every hour for 4 times, then every 30 minutes for 2 times, and then every 15 minutes for 2 times
  • Every 15 minutes for 4 times, then every 30 minutes for 2 times, and then every hour for 2 times (correct)

What is included in the recovery period after delivery for the mother and baby?

  • Just vital signs checks for both the mother and the baby
  • Vital signs checks and fundal rubs for the mother, and vital signs checks for the baby
  • Vital signs checks and fundal rubs for the mother and recovery period is 4 hours (correct)
  • Only fundal rubs for the mother and vital signs checks for the baby

What is the purpose of a fundal rub after delivery?

<p>To reduce the risk of postpartum hemorrhage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the desired condition of the fundus during a fundal rub?

<p>Firm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may be expelled during a fundal rub?

<p>Clots or lochia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'lochia rubra' refer to in the postpartum period? Rubra is normal btw

<p>Dark red vaginal discharge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess lochia throughout the postpartum stay?

<p>To detect potential postpartum hemorrhage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does saturation of a perineal pad within 1 hour indicate during the postpartum period?

<p>Potential postpartum hemorrhage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is commonly used to prevent or treat postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contractions?

<p>Oxytocin, cytotec, and methylergovine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is a synthetic prostaglandin and is sometimes used to induce labor or manage postpartum hemorrhage?

<p>Cytotec (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is an ergot alkaloid and is typically used to prevent or treat postpartum hemorrhage?

<p>Methylergonovine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is an episiotomy performed during a vaginal delivery?

<p>To widen the birth canal and facilitate delivery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for healthcare professionals to be familiar with interventions to care for an episiotomy?

<p>To provide effective care for women undergoing a vaginal delivery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is an episiotomy typically performed?

<p>When there is a risk of perineal tearing during delivery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to know the hemoglobin level of a postpartum patient?

<p>To evaluate the need for blood transfusion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of knowing the rubella status of a postpartum patient?

<p>To determine the need for rubella vaccination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do healthcare professionals need to be aware of the blood type/Rh factor of a postpartum patient?

<p>To assess the risk of Rh incompatibility between the mother and baby (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of actions following delivery according to the information provided?

<p>APGAR assessment,appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, and respiration ABCs Suction airway with bulb syringe and tactile stimulation Thermoregulation- Skin to skin is best, BUT swaddling x2 blankets and a HAT are necessary when S2S is not in play. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is informed consent from the mother necessary prior to administering hepatitis b.

<p>To protect the legal rights of the mother and ensure she has agreed to the treatment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is swaddling with two blankets and a hat necessary for the newborn according to the information provided?

<p>When skin-to-skin contact is not possible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected time frame for the first occurrence of voiding and stooling in a normal, healthy newborn?

<p>24 hours after birth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is strongly encouraged for newborn feeding, despite being difficult during the first 1-2 weeks?

<p>Breastfeeding with skin to skin contact and bottle feeding every 3-4 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the first stool passed by a newborn, which can be looked up for further information and pictures?

<p>Meconium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess the fontanels and suture lines of a newborn?

<p>To evaluate neurological development and brain growth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to assess the palate of a newborn?

<p>To identify potential feeding difficulties and oral abnormalities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to take the newborn's heart rate at the apical x1 minute or at the base of the umbilical cord?

<p>To accurately evaluate the newborn's cardiovascular function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tests are mandatory for every newborn prior to discharge?

<p>Hearing screening and critical congenital heart defect test Measures pre and postductal oxygen saturation Right hand and either foot Both readings must be &gt;95% and within 3 points of each other in order for the newborn to pass. This is done after 24 hours of age. Noninvasive Mandatory on every newborn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age is the metabolic screening mandated by the state to be completed for newborns?

<p>24 hours of age and 10-14 days of age (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition must the newborn's pre and postductal oxygen saturation readings meet in order for the newborn to pass the test?

<p>Both readings must be &gt;95% and within 3 points of each other (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for Bilirubin Jaundice in newborns?

<p>Phototherapy, encourage feeding, IV fluids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action to encourage feeding in newborns with Bilirubin Jaundice?

<p>Breastfeeding (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial screening test for Bilirubin Jaundice in newborns?

<p>Bilirubin level measurement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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