Care of Mother during Postpartum Flashcards
Period beginning after delivery and ending when the woman’s body has returned as closely as possible to its prepregnant state.
Puerperium
How long does PUERPERIUM period lasts?
Approximately 6 weeks
What physiologic parts of a woman’s body commonly change during puerperium
- Uterine changes
- Vaginal changes
- Urination
- Breast
How much does the level of fundus descends each day after delivery?
1 finger breadth or 1 cm
At the 10th day during postpartum, the fundus descended at what part?
Pelvic Cavity
It is a vaginal discharge that is usually musty and consists of fatty epithelial cells, shreds of membrane, decidua, and blood.
Lochia
For about 2-3 days during postpartum the lochia is red in color, it is called?
Lochia rubra
After the lochia progresses into a paler or more brownish color it is now called?
Lochia Serosa
In the 7th to 10th day the Lochia will turn whitish or yellowish in color and it is called…
Lochia Alba
How long does a Lochia usually lasts?
3 weeks
It occurs during the 2nd and 5th postpartum days as extracellular water accumulated during pregnancy begins to be excreted.
Postpartum Diuresis
It is a yellowish fluid that contains minerals, proteins, IgA, and a laxative effect on the infant. It is secreted during the first 2 days postpartum.
Colostrum
This happens when the mother is not often breastfeeding her infant.
Breast Engorgement
During this phase of Rubin’s stages, the woman may exhibit passive and dependent behavior.
Taking in phase
During this phase of Rubin’s stages, the woman begins to initiate actions and to function more independently.
Taking hold phase
