Puerperal Care and Abnormal Puerperium Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a change in the genital tract during the puerperium?

  • Involution of uterus
  • Changes in lochia
  • Changes in vagina
  • Changes in cervix (correct)

    • What is the purpose of perineal care during the puerperium?

  • To prevent UTI
  • To prevent breast complications
  • To reduce the risk of puerperal sepsis
  • To promote healing of the episiotomy site (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for analgesia during the puerperium?

  • Oral Tramadol
  • Parenteral Diclofenac
  • Intravenous paracetamol (correct)
  • Hydration

    • Which of the following is NOT recommended for postnatal mothers after delivery?

    <p>Bed rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the warning signs of postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Headache, bleeding, fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for puerperal sepsis?

    <p>IV antibiotics and abscess drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the clinical features of postpartum psychosis?

    <p>Hallucinations, delusions, suicidal tendency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of puerperium?

    <p>Postpartum psychosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended method for perineal care during the puerperium?

    <p>Inspecting for signs of infection daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a change in the urinary tract during the puerperium?

    <p>Risk of urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a warning sign of puerperal sepsis?

    <p>Pain in wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for breast abscess?

    <p>Early IV antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of deep vein thrombosis/embolism?

    <p>Sudden onset of severe pain in the leg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of postnatal exercises?

    <p>To reduce the risk of embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the puerperium, what change occurs in the blood?

    <p>Increased physiological leucocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sitz bath during the puerperium?

    <p>To promote perineal healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for breast care during the puerperium?

    <p>Use breast support during lactation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of mastitis?

    <p>High spiking fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of postpartum hemorrhage?

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

    Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis/embolism?

    <p>Breathing difficulty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for puerperal pyrexia?

    <p>IV antibiotics and abscess drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of puerperium?

    <p>Puerperal sepsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sitz bath during the puerperium?

    <p>To reduce pain and discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of mastitis?

    <p>Breast pain and swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of postnatal exercises?

    <p>Excessive blood loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of puerperal pyrexia?

    <p>Chills and rigors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a symptom of mastitis?

    <p>Sore nipple/areola</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis/embolism?

    <p>Chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of puerperium?

    <p>Breast complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sitz bath during the puerperium?

    <p>To clean the episiotomy site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for breast care during the puerperium?

    <p>Look for signs/symptoms of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Breast complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for deep vein thrombosis/embolism?

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

    Which of the following is a warning sign of puerperal pyrexia?

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

    What is the purpose of postnatal exercises?

    <p>To strengthen abdominal muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of puerperium?

    <p>Retained placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sitz bath during the puerperium?

    <p>To relieve pain and promote healing of episiotomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of mastitis?

    <p>Breast swelling and redness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of postnatal exercises?

    <p>Deep vein thrombosis/Embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of puerperal sepsis?

    <p>High spiking fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of mastitis?

    <p>Sore nipple/areola</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a warning sign of postpartum hemorrhage?

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

    During the puerperium, which of the following changes occur in the blood?

    <p>Physiological thrombocytopenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of abnormal puerperium?

    <p>Postpartum hemorrhage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for breast care during the puerperium?

    <p>Clean nipple/areola before and after feeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of delayed ambulation after delivery?

    <p>Deep vein thrombosis/Embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of puerperal sepsis?

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

    Which of the following is a potential complication of breast abscess?

    <p>Deep vein thrombosis/Embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of postpartum psychosis?

    <p>Poor self care, no respect for social norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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