Postpartum Adaptation Flashcards
(5) Goals to achieve in the postpartum period
1) Asses lochia, fundus, perineum, VS 2) Prevent Hemorrhage 3) Comfort Measures 4) Client Education 5) Promoting family infant
How often should newborn be feed in the first 24 hours
8 or more in 24
Thyroid function returns within _____ to _____ weeks after giving birth
4 to 6 weeks
____ is the hormone that causes “milk production”
prolactin
How long do “afterpains” typically last for?? What two things are known to cause an increase in afterpain discomfort?
2-3 days postpartum 1) Multiparity (more than one baby) 2) breastfeeding (take prescribed analgesic one hr prior to breastfeeding)
Where is the fundus located immediately after birth? 6-12 hours after birth?
Midline and approximately half way between the symphis pubis and the umbilicus. Then 6-12 hrs after birth the fundus is at the level of the umbilicus which then decreases “one” fingerbreadth per day
How would you describe the drainage on this pad?
LIGHT
(4 inches or less)
Cervix still dilated __ to __ cm 2-3 days postpartum and by the end of the first week the cervix is still dilated approximately ___ cm
2 to 3 1
Voluntary muscle and pelvic floor support regain tone during the first _____ weeks
6
After delivery of the placenta, hormones decrease thus resulting in a decrease in these (3) things:
1) decreased blood glucose 2) decreased estrogen 3) decreased progesterone level
points to remember about ARAB heritage
-prayer recited in newborn ear -circumcision is required -breastfeeding delayed for 2-3 days -wrapping infant abdomen is important to keep cold/wind from entering the body
How long does the postpartum period last?
From delivery of placenta to return of the non-pregnant state (6-8 weeks)
CLASSIFICATION of medications that help to contract the uterus
UTEROTONIC
_____________ IS AN INFECTION OF THE BREAST
MASTITIS
(5)
Indications
for C-Section
Maternal Fetal Don’t Play Uterine
M—Malpresentation of fetus
F—Fetal Heart rate difficulties
D—Dystocia
P—Placental abnormalties
U—Uterine surgeries
DEGREE OF LACERATION
FOURTH DEGREE LACERATION
______ , ________ and _______ cause a decrease in myometrial cell size which results in uterine involution
Ischemia autolysis phagocytosis
TERM THAT DESCRIBES A FUNDUS THAT BEGINS TO DESCEND
INVOLUTION
Elevated serum _______ level suppresses ovulation
prolactin
When does menstruation return for non’lactating women (bottle feeding)?
and for lactating women (breastfeeding)?
- within 8 weeks
- between 6 weeks and 6 months
How would you describe the drainage on this pad?
MODERATE
(less than 6 inches)
When to assess UTERUS, LOCHIA and PERINEUM
- Q 15 minutes for 2 HOURS
- Q 4 hrs for 24 hrs
- Q shift after 24 hrs
_________ , ___________
and ___________
increase immediately after birth
- Heart Rate
- Stroke Volume
- Cardiac output
“3” greatest risks during the POSTPARTUM period are:
1) Hemorrhage 2) Shock 3) infection
Rugae reappear by week __________
3
(they reappear by week 3)
S/S of Postpartum Psychosis
Hateful Bitch Is Downright Angry
H—Hallucination
B—Bizarre Behavior
I—Insomnia
D—Delusions
A—Agitation
Type of water that should be used in preparation of infant formula
non fluoride water or distilled water
First milk rich in immunoglobulins
COLOSTRUM
Points to remember about MEXICAN heritage
-40 days without bath -abdominal binder to keep air from entering uterus -belt wrapped around newborn umbilicus to prevent naval from “popping” out
which hormone gives the “pregnancy glow”
estrogen
How long can breast milk be stored in insulated cooler bag?
24 hours
How often should you assess the Uterus, Lochia and perineum POSTPARTUM
-Every 15 minutes for 2 hours -Every 4 hours for the first 24 hours -Every shift after 24 hours
Difference between the DIRTY DUNCAN and SHINY SCHULTZ
Based on the appearance of the two different sides of the placenta. Fetal side is shiny and glistening because it is covered by membranes, therefore ‘shiny Schulze’. Maternal side is rough and red-looking, thus ‘dirty Duncan.’
(TRUE or FALSE) Breastfeeding should be initiated within 1 hour after delivery
TRUE
How long can you store mixed formula in airtight bottle held in refrigeration
up to 48 hours
Treatment (5) for breast engorgement
Females Purged Warm Infant Milk F- Feeding P- Pump or express milk W- Warm (compresses b4 feeding) I- Ice (after feeding) M- Meds
Three (3) Gastrointestional effects often seen postpartum
*Increased appetite *Delayed bowel movements *Gas Distention
Estrogen vs Progesterone
Estrogen- helps uterus to contract Progesterone- helps maintain pregnancy
Exogenous oxytocin can be administered postpartum to ……
Improve the quality of the uterine contractions
(5) Factors that cause delayed bowel movement
- Decrease GI muscle tone and motility
- Lack of food in labor
- Dehydration
- Pain
- Hemorrhoids
(3)
Breastfeeding advantages for mom
decreased risk of these diseases:
- Breast cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Type II DM
increased muscle tone throughout the body is due to a decrease in which of the hormones?
Progesterone
This hormone stimulates progesterone and estrogen production to maintain the pregnancy until the placenta is developed.
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
(HCG)
The hormone released from the pituitary gland that coordinates and strengthens uterine contractions
Oxytocin
Seperation of the abdominal muscles
DIASTASIS RECTI