u7 - postpartum Flashcards
1
Q
Frequency to monitor V/S after vaginal birth?
A
Q15 min for 2hr after birth
2
Q
freq to monitor V/S after c section?
A
Q30min for 4 hr after birth
3
Q
What is a normal time limit to develop a fever PP?
A
within 2 hours & up to 100.4
4
Q
if a temperature of 100.4 is present for 24 hours what can it be indicative of?
A
infection
5
Q
what HR rate/type is common during the first 6-10 days PP?
A
50-70 bpm / bradycardia
6
Q
what can cause PP tachycardia?
A
prolonged labor, blood loss, temperature elevation or hemorrhage
7
Q
what should PP BP mirror?
A
the first trimester BP
8
Q
what are afterpain?
A
Uterine contractions that occur during process of involution
9
Q
how do afterpains feel?
A
similar to menstural cramps
10
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