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During the postpartum period, the uterus undergoes a process called involution, which refers to
During the postpartum period, the uterus undergoes a process called involution, which refers to
- The rapid reduction in size and return of the uterus to a nonpregnant state (correct)
- The formation of the new endometrium
- The shedding of the decidua as lochia
- The completion of the process within 6 weeks
What happens to the decidua of the uterus during the postpartum period?
What happens to the decidua of the uterus during the postpartum period?
- It is cast off as lochia (correct)
- It becomes irregular, jagged, and varied in thickness
- It remains in the uterus and becomes differentiated into two layers
- It becomes necrotic and is sloughed off in the lochia
How long does it take for the process of involution to be completed, except at the placental site?
How long does it take for the process of involution to be completed, except at the placental site?
- Approximately 6 months
- Approximately 6 weeks
- Approximately 3 weeks (correct)
- Approximately 48 to 72 hours
What is the role of the basal layer of the decidua in the postpartum period?
What is the role of the basal layer of the decidua in the postpartum period?
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How long does it take for the placenta site to be completed during the postpartum period?
How long does it take for the placenta site to be completed during the postpartum period?
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