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What is a primary cause of postpartum urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
What is a primary cause of postpartum urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
- Insufficient antibiotic prophylaxis
- Medical history of kidney stones
- Inadequate hydration during labor
- Trauma experienced during labor (correct)
Which of the following is the most effective method for preventing postpartum infections?
Which of the following is the most effective method for preventing postpartum infections?
- Regular follow-up appointments
- Prevention strategies and hygiene (correct)
- Early mobilization after delivery
- Use of broad-spectrum antibiotics
What is a critical step in managing hemorrhagic (hypovolemic) shock?
What is a critical step in managing hemorrhagic (hypovolemic) shock?
- Increasing potassium intake
- Restoring circulating blood volume (correct)
- Administering high-dose sedatives
- Reducing physical activity
What intervention is suggested for managing hemorrhagic shock?
What intervention is suggested for managing hemorrhagic shock?
Which factor is associated with many obstetric complications?
Which factor is associated with many obstetric complications?
What is an essential aspect of interprofessional care for hemorrhagic shock?
What is an essential aspect of interprofessional care for hemorrhagic shock?
What should be done first in the management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)?
What should be done first in the management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)?
Which nursing action would NOT be appropriate in the case of mastitis?
Which nursing action would NOT be appropriate in the case of mastitis?
What is a common predisposing factor for mastitis?
What is a common predisposing factor for mastitis?
Which treatment is NOT a component of managing mastitis?
Which treatment is NOT a component of managing mastitis?
What surgical intervention could be considered in severe cases of postpartum hemorrhage?
What surgical intervention could be considered in severe cases of postpartum hemorrhage?
What is a symptom commonly associated with mastitis?
What is a symptom commonly associated with mastitis?
Which medication would typically be used to treat mastitis?
Which medication would typically be used to treat mastitis?
What key practice is essential to prevent infection postpartum?
What key practice is essential to prevent infection postpartum?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication to breastfeeding?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication to breastfeeding?
What is one of the common complications associated with breastfeeding?
What is one of the common complications associated with breastfeeding?
Which of the following measures should infected mothers take while breastfeeding?
Which of the following measures should infected mothers take while breastfeeding?
What physiological change leads to engorgement after childbirth?
What physiological change leads to engorgement after childbirth?
Which of the following breastfeeding positions may help reduce pain associated with improper position?
Which of the following breastfeeding positions may help reduce pain associated with improper position?
How long does engorgement typically last with appropriate treatment?
How long does engorgement typically last with appropriate treatment?
Which of the following is true regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through breast milk?
Which of the following is true regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through breast milk?
What dietary factor is important for breastfeeding mothers?
What dietary factor is important for breastfeeding mothers?
What condition refers to subcutaneous edema on a neonate's head that does not involve blood?
What condition refers to subcutaneous edema on a neonate's head that does not involve blood?
Which complication is NOT commonly associated with infants born to diabetic mothers?
Which complication is NOT commonly associated with infants born to diabetic mothers?
Which of the following conditions describes increased amounts of insulin due to maternal diabetes affecting the fetus?
Which of the following conditions describes increased amounts of insulin due to maternal diabetes affecting the fetus?
Which condition is characterized by a collection of blood that crosses the suture lines in a neonate's head?
Which condition is characterized by a collection of blood that crosses the suture lines in a neonate's head?
What is a possible consequence of macrosomia in a neonate during delivery?
What is a possible consequence of macrosomia in a neonate during delivery?
When do hypocalcemia and hypomagnesemia onset in neonates born to diabetic mothers?
When do hypocalcemia and hypomagnesemia onset in neonates born to diabetic mothers?
What is the primary purpose of using isotonic fluids in the management of hemorrhage?
What is the primary purpose of using isotonic fluids in the management of hemorrhage?
Which uterotonic medication is known to potentially cause explosive diarrhea?
Which uterotonic medication is known to potentially cause explosive diarrhea?
What is the importance of performing a bimanual massage of the uterus during postpartum hemorrhage?
What is the importance of performing a bimanual massage of the uterus during postpartum hemorrhage?
What does the 'Tone' in the causes of postpartum hemorrhage (4 T's) primarily refer to?
What does the 'Tone' in the causes of postpartum hemorrhage (4 T's) primarily refer to?
Why is it critical to empty the bladder in cases of postpartum hemorrhage?
Why is it critical to empty the bladder in cases of postpartum hemorrhage?
What surgical intervention is performed to manage retained products after hemorrhage?
What surgical intervention is performed to manage retained products after hemorrhage?
What is the function of the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative's safety bundle?
What is the function of the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative's safety bundle?
Which of the following symptoms is associated with subinvolution of the uterus?
Which of the following symptoms is associated with subinvolution of the uterus?
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Study Notes
Hemorrhagic (Hypovolemic) Shock
- Occurs from significant hemorrhage, leading to compromised organ perfusion and potential death.
- Key management involves restoring blood volume and addressing hemorrhage source through interprofessional teamwork.
- Requires fluid or blood replacement therapy to maintain oxygen delivery and cardiac output.
Management Approaches
- Implement uterine massage and call for help when facing a hemorrhage emergency.
- Utilize a hemorrhage cart and follow standing orders; establish large bore IV access for isotonic fluids.
- Ensure bladder emptiness to facilitate uterine contraction.
- Administer uterotonics such as Pitocin, Hemabate, Methergine, and Cytotec.
- Perform CBC, Type/Screen, and blood product preparation as needed.
- Use physical pressure techniques like tamponade or gauze packing; consider surgical options if bleeding persists.
Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) Care
- Develop standardized management protocols in healthcare settings and conduct emergency drills.
- California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative emphasizes safety through readiness, recognition, prevention, response, and systems learning.
- Early recognition and treatment of PPH are vital; include firm fundal massage and continuous IV oxytocin infusion.
Causes of Postpartum Hemorrhage
- The 4 T’s: Tone (uterine atony), Trauma (lacerations), Tissue (retained placenta), Thrombin (coagulation disorders).
- Subinvolution leads to prolonged lochial discharge and boggy uterus; can result from retained fragments or infections.
- Uterine inversion is a rare but life-threatening condition requiring immediate intervention.
Nursing and Surgical Interventions
- Emphasize the importance of aseptic techniques to prevent infections postpartum.
- If necessary, surgery may include uterine artery embolization, repair of lacerations, or hysterectomy for severe cases.
Breastfeeding and Mastitis
- Mastitis presents with flu-like symptoms and localized breast pain, commonly occurring in the upper outer quadrant postpartum.
- Risk factors include inadequate breast emptying and cracked nipples.
- Treatment focuses on antibiotics and continuing breastfeeding; complications can include breast abscess and chronic infections.
Contraindications for Breastfeeding
- Conditions such as maternal HIV infection, active tuberculosis, or herpes lesions on the breast warrant contraindications.
- Newborns with galactosemia should also not be breastfed.
Breastfeeding Positions and Pain Management
- Optimal breastfeeding positions can minimize pain associated with feeding.
- Common positions include football, cradle, and side-lying holds; positioning significantly affects comfort.
Engorgement and Management
- Engorgement occurs due to temporary congestion of veins and lymphatics post-delivery, typically resolving within 24 hours.
- Effective treatments include applying ice packs and cabbage leaves.
Infant of a Diabetic Mother
- Hyperinsulinemia can lead to congenital anomalies, macrosomia, and respiratory distress syndromes in newborns.
- Neonates may face hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, and hyperbilirubinemia due to maternal diabetes.
Neonatal Head Assessment
- Caput succedaneum involves subcutaneous edema from birth pressure, while cephalhematoma is a collection of blood that doesn't cross suture lines.
- A subgaleal hemorrhage is serious, with a risk of significant blood accumulation impacting newborn health.
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