exam 3 new Flashcards
normal blood loss for vaginal and what is considered hemorrage
300 / 500
3 cardio changes in preg
inc WBC
inc CO
inc coag and clotting
how does uterine involution happen
release of oxytocin
what pt will likely have more uterine involution 3 factors
breastfeeding, early ambulation and empty bladder
how many weeks can bleeding be in PP
4-8
1 risk, assessment and intervention for perineal tear
macrosmia
assess skin integrity for infection
pain management
intervention for perineal hematoma
ice, sitx bath etc and NOTIFY HCP
priority info for women before discharge afte r PP
contraception
7 GI changes PP
increase in hunger
Decreased GI motility
Dehydration
Perineal pain
hemorroids common
CONSTIPATION
increased urination
interventions for bladder care ppost partum 3
early ambulation, remove catheter as soon as possible, void within 12 (6-8 is best) hours after birth
6 ADL education post partum
No driving for 2 weeks.
No strenuous exercise or heavy lifting until after 6 week exam.
Rest when the baby sleeps.
No sexual intercourse until 6 week check-up.
Can conceive prior to resumption of menses and during breastfeeding.
Mood swings are common.
what temp to call provider when discharged and how much blood
100 deg and saturating pad every hour
most major complication of PP hem.
shock r/t hypovolemia
most common cause of PP hemm
uterine atony
assessments for uterine atony 4
Boggy fundus, saturation of peripad w/in 15 minutes, blood clots, s/sx shock