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What is lochia following childbirth?
What is lochia following childbirth?
What is a common nursing action to prevent DVT in postpartum patients?
What is a common nursing action to prevent DVT in postpartum patients?
What is the purpose of administering vitamin K to a newborn?
What is the purpose of administering vitamin K to a newborn?
What is Naegele's rule used for in obstetrics?
What is Naegele's rule used for in obstetrics?
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Which symptom is indicative of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in postpartum patients?
Which symptom is indicative of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in postpartum patients?
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What is the primary purpose of Vitamin K administration in newborns?
What is the primary purpose of Vitamin K administration in newborns?
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Which of the following is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Which of the following is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
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What does Naegele's rule help to determine?
What does Naegele's rule help to determine?
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What is the primary nursing action to prevent DVT in postpartum patients?
What is the primary nursing action to prevent DVT in postpartum patients?
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Which of the following is a normal lab value for fluid and electrolyte balance in pediatrics?
Which of the following is a normal lab value for fluid and electrolyte balance in pediatrics?
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Study Notes
Postpartum
- Lochia is the vaginal discharge following childbirth, consisting of blood, mucus, and uterine tissue.
- Postpartum hemorrhage is the loss of more than 500 mL of blood following vaginal delivery or more than 1000 mL after a cesarean birth.
- Naegele's rule is used to calculate estimated due dates (EDD) by adding 280 days to the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP).
- Symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) include frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, and lower abdominal discomfort.
- The indirect Coombs test checks for the presence of antibodies against red blood cells, important for Rh compatibility.
- Key nursing actions for postpartum care include monitoring vital signs, fundal height, and lochia, as well as promoting patient comfort.
- DVT prevention strategies in the postpartum period include encouraging ambulation, leg exercises, and the use of compression stockings.
- Caput succedaneum is a type of swelling on a newborn's head due to pressure during delivery; it may occur with vacuum extraction.
- Vitamin K is administered to newborns to prevent bleeding disorders, as they have low levels of this vitamin at birth.
- Bladder distension in the postpartum period may be caused by overdistention, trauma from delivery, or the effects of anesthesia.
- Fetal late decelerations indicate uteroplacental insufficiency, requiring careful monitoring during labor.
Pediatrics
- The immunization schedule for school-aged children includes vaccinations against diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), and varicella.
- Normal lab values for fluid and electrolyte balance in pediatrics include serum sodium (135-145 mEq/L) and potassium (3.5-5.0 mEq/L), crucial for assessing hydration status.
- Safe food choices for toddlers include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein sources, while avoiding choking hazards and excessive sugars.
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Description
Explore key concepts related to postpartum care, including lochia, postpartum hemorrhage, and the calculation of estimated due dates using Naegele's rule. Additionally, learn about managing urinary tract infections that may occur after childbirth.
