Post-Natal Abdominal Examination Quiz
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What is the purpose of post-natal abdominal examination?

  • To monitor fetal heart rate
  • To assess respiratory rate
  • To check for umbilical hernia
  • To assess uterine involution and prevent complications (correct)

    • What is the ideal consistency of the uterus during post-natal abdominal examination?

  • Fluctuant
  • Boggy and soft
  • Firm and well contracted (correct)
  • Tender and warm

    • How should the size of the uterus change immediately after labor?

  • The level of the fundal height should be at or below the level of the umbilicus (correct)
  • The level of the fundus should rise above the umbilicus
  • The fundal height should double
  • The fundal height should remain unchanged

    • What is the recommended position of the uterus during post-natal abdominal examination?

    <p>In the midline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of preventing a relaxed fundus after delivery?

    <p>To prevent hemorrhage and shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

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