Postpartum Flashcards
1
Q
Engorgement interventions for non-lactating patients (4)
A
- Avoid nipple stimulation
- Cold compress
- Pain meds
- Supportive bra
2
Q
Engorgement interventions for lactating patients (6)
A
- Manually express milk to facilitate latch
- Frequent feedings/pumpings
- Warm shower
- Breast massage
- Supportive bra
- Maternal meds right after to avoid crossover to breast milk
3
Q
Rubra lochia
A
- Bright red
- Small clots
- Lasts 1-3 days
4
Q
Serosa lochia
A
- Brownish red to pink
- Lasts from day 4 - day 10
5
Q
Alba lochia
A
- Yellowish, white, creamy color
- Lasts from day 11 and beyond 6 weeks
6
Q
REEDA
A
- Redness
- Edema
- Ecchymosis
- Drainage
- Approximation
7
Q
Perineum assessment
A
REEDA
