Postpartum Tachycardia and Maternal Circulation Changes Quiz

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What happens to the cervix immediately after childbirth?

It becomes shapeless and easily distensible (correct)

It regains its pre-pregnant appearance

It closes smoothly like a little donut

It remains unchanged

When does the internal cervical OS return to normal after childbirth?

Week 1

Week 2 (correct)

Week 3

Week 4

How does the external os of the cervix appear after childbirth?

Square

Circular like a little donut

Triangular

Jagged slit (correct)

What happens to the vaginal mucosa immediately after delivery?

Becomes edematous and relaxed (C) Signup and view all the answers

When does the vaginal mucosa thicken and the rugae return postpartum?

Week 2-3 postpartum (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the perineum during childbirth?

Stretches to allow passage of the newborn (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when the mother's breasts grow in preparation for breastfeeding her infant?

Lactation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of uterine involution?

Regeneration of the fallopian tubes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the average rate at which the uterus descends after childbirth?

2 fingerbreadths per day (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following may cause failure of uterine involution?

Infection (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be the position of the fundus by day 10 postpartum?

Behind the symphysis pubis (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors helps facilitate uterine involution?

Complication-free labor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the cardiac output around 3 months after childbirth?

It increases (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does tachycardia (above 100 beats per minute) in the postpartum woman potentially indicate?

Dehydration (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why might loss of blood be tolerated better in pregnant women?

Due to an increase in blood volume during pregnancy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What physiological change during pregnancy poses a higher risk for blood clots?

Pooling and stasis of blood in lower limbs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What might a significant increase in blood pressure accompanied by a headache indicate?

Preeclampsia (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why do coagulation changes revert to normal levels after 3 weeks postpartum?

To prevent blood loss at childbirth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of postpartum depression according to the text?

Withdrawal from friends and family (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following could be a risk factor for postpartum depression?

History of sexual or physical abuse (C) Signup and view all the answers

What could be a sign of postpartum depression in a mother related to the baby?

Lack of interest in the baby (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is early identification of women at risk during pregnancy important in preventing postpartum depression?

To provide immediate treatment during pregnancy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role do partners play in the context of postpartum depression?

They can alleviate stress by increasing role negotiation and resentment towards NB care (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) according to the text?

Uterine atony (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does Primary Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) typically occur?

24 hours after birth (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the blood loss threshold that defines Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH)?

More than 1,000mL (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for delayed or secondary Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) as mentioned in the text?

24 hours to 12 weeks after birth (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can impede uterine involution according to the text?

Distended bladder (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the symptoms that may be masked due to increased circulatory volume in Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH), as per the text?

Poor urinary output (D) Signup and view all the answers