Postpartum Hemorrhage: Causes and Symptoms
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What is septic abortion?

  • An abortion caused by trauma to the abdomen
  • An abortion complicated by infection (correct)
  • An abortion that occurs in the second trimester
  • An abortion that occurs due to fetal chromosomal abnormalities

    • How can a woman prevent infection after a miscarriage?

  • Avoiding sexual intercourse for one month
  • Not washing the perineal area to avoid irritation
  • Wiping the perineal area from back to front
  • Wiping the perineal area from front to back (correct)

    • What is a common danger sign of infection after miscarriage?

  • Leg swelling
  • Back pain
  • Neck stiffness
  • Fever (correct)

    • What is the main intervention to manage hemorrhage post-miscarriage?

    <p>Maintaining bed rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When might septicemia develop as a complication post-miscarriage?

    <p>When abdominal pain worsens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of septic abortion?

    <p>Thrombophlebitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk associated with placental loosening during pregnancy?

    <p>Increased risk of fetal oxygen supply compromise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In managing bleeding during pregnancy, why is it important to assess the color of the blood?

    <p>To indicate if bleeding is fresh or continuing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intervention should be avoided when managing bleeding during pregnancy?

    <p>Vaginal examinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to monitor fetal heart rate in cases of bleeding during pregnancy?

    <p>To assess fetal well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen to the fetus if preterm labor begins due to placental loosening?

    <p>Increased risk of preterm birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining bed rest in a side-lying position important in managing bleeding during pregnancy?

    <p>To ensure adequate blood supply to the woman and fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) described in the text?

    <p>Liver disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT associated with DIC based on the text?

    <p>Increased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk factor for developing DIC mentioned in the text?

    <p>HELLP syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can DIC be managed according to the text?

    <p>Volume replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nursing diagnosis is NOT mentioned in the text for a patient with potential DIC?

    <p>Deficient fluid volume related to pregnancy hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intervention is crucial for managing hemorrhage in patients at risk of DIC?

    <p>Monitoring urine output</p> Signup and view all the answers

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