5 Questions
Which term describes the rapid reduction in size and return of the uterus to a nonpregnant state?
Involution
Which layer of the decidua remains in the uterus to become differentiated into two layers within the first 48 to 72 hours after birth?
The basal layer
What is the term used to describe the cast off spongy layer of the decidua?
Lochia
What is the function of the uterine endometrial glands in the postpartum period?
To form the new endometrium
How long does it typically take for the placenta site to heal in the postpartum period?
6 weeks
Test your knowledge on postpartum adaptation and nursing assessment with this quiz! Learn about the puerperium period, postpartum physical adaptations, and the process of involution. Explore the changes that occur in the reproductive system during this crucial time in a woman's life.
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