Healthy Postpartum #'s Flashcards
1
Q
uterine involution
A
6 wks
Process of the uterus returning to the pre-pregnant state or almost
2
Q
placental site
A
6 wks
Site where placenta was; when detachment there is a wound
3
Q
return of menstruation
A
6 - 10 wks if not breastfeeding
usually delayed if bf
4
Q
colostrum (initial milk)
A
3-5 days postpartum
5
Q
urine output
A
2000-3000ml
6
Q
EBL for vaginal
A
200-500ml
7
Q
EBL for C-section
A
1000ml
8
Q
initial weight loss right after birth
A
10-12lbs
9
Q
pp diuresis weight loss
A
5 lbs
10
Q
rubra
A
2 -3 days
red
11
Q
serosa
A
3 - 10 days
pink
12
Q
alba
A
1 - 2 wks
clear/white
13
Q
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