Families Final Flashcards
peds & OB
What is the normal HR range of the newborn baby?
110-160
What is caput succedaneum?
Swelling or edema of newborns head due to the vaginal birth canal crosses suture lines
what is bilirubin?
the yellow breakdown product of normal hemoglobin
What is cephalohematoma?
A small pool of blod collected between the periosteum of the skull bone and the skull bone itself, does not cross suture lines
Name 1 condition that can cause pathological jaundice. when does this type of jaundice present?
Maternal-fetal blood incompatibility, signs of jaundice and hyperbilirubinemia occur before 24 hours of life.
What is cyanosis found in the extremities, particularly the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet on the newborn?
Acrocyanosis
What is a common rash seen in full-term newborns, it usually appears in the first few days after birth and fades within a week?
Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum (ETN)
Name 3 s&s of newborn respiratory distress.
retractions, tachypnea, accessory muscle use, grunting, nasal flaring, cyanosis
What is colostrum?
occurs postpartum day 1-3 a nutrient -rich, thick, yellow, fluid produced by female mammals immediately after giving birth, its loaded with immune, growth and tissue repair factors.
How many wet diapers should a newborn have on day 7 of life?
6-8 wet diapers per day
Provide education for a non-breastfeeding mom of suppression of lactation
tight fitting sports bra, apply ice to breast, avoid breast stimulation, avoid heat, engorgement, lactation usually
What is postpartum depression
when a new mom feels guilt, anger, anxiety, hopelessness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or panic attack, crying, irritability, or restlessness
longer than 2 weeks
What are treatment recommendations for breast engorgement?
Feed infant every 2 hours, use both breas at each feeding, wear a supportive bra, apply a cold compress after each feeding, gentle massage
Describe 3 types of lochia color
Lochia rubra- red (first 2-3 days or longer)
Lochia serosa- pink (day 3-10)
Lohia alba- white (continues until the cervix is closed)
What is the treatment for mastitis?
continue to breastfeed frequently, fully emptying the breast, ensure latch is effective, full course of antibiotics, increase fluid intake.
Name 4 causes of postpartum hemorrhage. Provide an example.
The 4 T’s: tone, trauma, tissue, thrombin
Uterine atony, Lacerations, retained placental fragments, disseminated intravascular coagulation
