Giving birth

Question 1

What is the role of the RN during and after the birthing process?

Answer 1

The RN is required to take care of the mother and baby before, during and after the birthing process.

Before

• Reassurance of the mother and father
• Making sure the mother is comfortable
• Talking the mother through her concerns
• Making sure the mother isn’t in too much pain

After

• Creating a care plan
• Educating the new parents

Question 2

What exam is performed on the newborn infant?

Answer 2

Newborn screening test
- A prick on the heel 
- Tests for any medical conditions that were undetectable before birth
          - i.e. Cystic Fibrosis
Hearing screening test

Question 3

What medications are given to the mother and infant?

Answer 3

Newborn

• Vitamin K
  - To help with blood clotting
• Hepatitis C shot

Mother
- Analgesia

Question 4

What is the placenta examined for?

Answer 4

Any tears, missing parts, abnormalities

Question 5

What nursing care is the mother provided with after giving birth?

Answer 5

• Regular vitals
• Checks to see if your uterus is contracting normally by applying pressure
• Wound care (if tearing or C-Section takes place)
• Education on your baby, breastfeeding and hygiene after giving birth
• Reassurance and checks that you are coping well after the events