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What is the most common cause of post-partum hemorrhage?
What is the most common cause of post-partum hemorrhage?
- Uterine atony (correct)
- Laceration of the cervix, vaginal wall, or perineum
- Hypovolemic shock
- Retained placental fragments
What is the purpose of bimanual massage in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
What is the purpose of bimanual massage in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
- To promote uterine contraction (correct)
- To remove the uterus
- To suture any large wounds
- To check for placental fragments
Which of the following is NOT a type of laceration that can cause post-partum hemorrhage?
Which of the following is NOT a type of laceration that can cause post-partum hemorrhage?
- Cervical laceration
- Vulvar laceration
- Uterine laceration (correct)
- Perineal laceration
What is the purpose of a sonogram in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
What is the purpose of a sonogram in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
What is the purpose of Prostaglandin in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
What is the purpose of Prostaglandin in the management of post-partum hemorrhage?
Which medication is used to manage subinvolution caused by retained placental fragments?
Which medication is used to manage subinvolution caused by retained placental fragments?
What is the most appropriate management for a patient with endometritis after childbirth?
What is the most appropriate management for a patient with endometritis after childbirth?
Which sign is used to assess for the presence of thrombophlebitis, a potential complication after childbirth?
Which sign is used to assess for the presence of thrombophlebitis, a potential complication after childbirth?
What is the primary management approach for uterine inversion or uterine prolapse?
What is the primary management approach for uterine inversion or uterine prolapse?
Which type of infection is primarily managed through proper hygiene measures, such as handwashing and perineal care?
Which type of infection is primarily managed through proper hygiene measures, such as handwashing and perineal care?
