Postpartum Doula Training Exam
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Abdomen—ANSWER-The area of the body below the chest — the cavity that includes the
stomach, intestines, liver, and other organs. The uterus is located in the lowest part of the
abdomen, the pelvis, although it pushes up as far as the chest as it expands throughout
pregnancy.
Abortion—ANSWER-The loss of an embryo or fetus either spontaneously (miscarriage) or
induced (when a pregnancy is terminated on purpose) before 20 weeks. After 20 weeks, the
spontaneous loss of a fetus is called a stillbirth.
Abruption—ANSWER-When the placenta begins to separate from the wall of the uterus
before the baby is born. Symptoms of an abruption usually include bleeding and abdominal
pain.
Abscess:—ANSWER-A pus-filled cavity; an abscess in the breast of a nursing woman can
result from untreated mastitis or breast infection. Symptoms of an abscess include throbbing
pain, swelling, tenderness, localized heat, and fever. TreatPart of the first stage of labor is
when the cervix dilates from three to seven centimeters. Active labor lasts an average of two
,to four hours. The contractions during active labor are strong, long (40 to 60 seconds each),
and frequent (three to four minutes apart). ment includes antibiotics and possible surgical
drainage.
Active labor:—ANSWER-Part of the first stage of labor is when the cervix dilates from three
to seven centimeters. Active labor lasts an average of two to four hours. The contractions
during active labor are strong, long (40 to 60 seconds each), and frequent (three to four
minutes apart).
Acupressure—ANSWER-A form of complementary and alternative medicine that has roots in
ancient Chinese medicine. It uses pressure from the fingers to heal and soothe aches and
pains; during pregnancy, acupressure can be used to combat morning sickness, labor pain,
and back pain.
Acupuncture—ANSWER-A form of complementary and alternative medicine. Thin needles
are inserted in select locations of the body and stimulated and manipulated through the skin
to help ease pain and balance the body's energy flow. In pregnancy, acupuncture can be
used to combat morning sickness, labor pains, and back pains.
Afterbirth—ANSWER-The placenta and membranes after they have been delivered from the
uterus during the third stage of childbirth
Afterpains—ANSWER-Cramping pain after childbirth caused by alternating relaxation and
contraction of uterine muscles.
Typically disappear after 1 week.
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, Lochia—ANSWER-The postpartum vaginal discharge that typically continues for 6-8 weeks
after childbirth.
Slow down and rest if flow increases.
Perineal care—ANSWER-- Apply ice to reduce swelling
- Kegel exercises to increase circulation and reduce swelling
- Pour warm water front to back after urinating (use squirt bottle)
- Take a sitz bath for 10-20 minutes, with a lie down for 15 minutes after to reduce swelling.
Use warm or cold water
- Use a donut pillow for sitting
- Sit on a firm surface if stitches are painful
Postpartum fitness—ANSWER-Increase gradually — along comes increased energy, joint
stability, motivation and endurance.
Pelvic floor strengthening — Kegel exercises:
Sustained contractions: hold for 10 seconds, 10 reps with 5 seconds in between
Pulsed contractions: do 15 pulses rhythmically
Pelvic tilts:
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Abdomen—ANSWER-The area of the body below the chest — the cavity that includes the
stomach, intestines, liver, and other organs. The uterus is located in the lowest part of the
abdomen, the pelvis, although it pushes up as far as the chest as it expands throughout
pregnancy.
Abortion—ANSWER-The loss of an embryo or fetus either spontaneously (miscarriage) or
induced (when a pregnancy is terminated on purpose) before 20 weeks. After 20 weeks, the
spontaneous loss of a fetus is called a stillbirth.
Abruption—ANSWER-When the placenta begins to separate from the wall of the uterus
before the baby is born. Symptoms of an abruption usually include bleeding and abdominal
pain.
Abscess:—ANSWER-A pus-filled cavity; an abscess in the breast of a nursing woman can
result from untreated mastitis or breast infection. Symptoms of an abscess include throbbing
pain, swelling, tenderness, localized heat, and fever. TreatPart of the first stage of labor is
when the cervix dilates from three to seven centimeters. Active labor lasts an average of two
,to four hours. The contractions during active labor are strong, long (40 to 60 seconds each),
and frequent (three to four minutes apart). ment includes antibiotics and possible surgical
drainage.
Active labor:—ANSWER-Part of the first stage of labor is when the cervix dilates from three
to seven centimeters. Active labor lasts an average of two to four hours. The contractions
during active labor are strong, long (40 to 60 seconds each), and frequent (three to four
minutes apart).
Acupressure—ANSWER-A form of complementary and alternative medicine that has roots in
ancient Chinese medicine. It uses pressure from the fingers to heal and soothe aches and
pains; during pregnancy, acupressure can be used to combat morning sickness, labor pain,
and back pain.
Acupuncture—ANSWER-A form of complementary and alternative medicine. Thin needles
are inserted in select locations of the body and stimulated and manipulated through the skin
to help ease pain and balance the body's energy flow. In pregnancy, acupuncture can be
used to combat morning sickness, labor pains, and back pains.
Afterbirth—ANSWER-The placenta and membranes after they have been delivered from the
uterus during the third stage of childbirth
Afterpains—ANSWER-Cramping pain after childbirth caused by alternating relaxation and
contraction of uterine muscles.
Typically disappear after 1 week.
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
, Lochia—ANSWER-The postpartum vaginal discharge that typically continues for 6-8 weeks
after childbirth.
Slow down and rest if flow increases.
Perineal care—ANSWER-- Apply ice to reduce swelling
- Kegel exercises to increase circulation and reduce swelling
- Pour warm water front to back after urinating (use squirt bottle)
- Take a sitz bath for 10-20 minutes, with a lie down for 15 minutes after to reduce swelling.
Use warm or cold water
- Use a donut pillow for sitting
- Sit on a firm surface if stitches are painful
Postpartum fitness—ANSWER-Increase gradually — along comes increased energy, joint
stability, motivation and endurance.
Pelvic floor strengthening — Kegel exercises:
Sustained contractions: hold for 10 seconds, 10 reps with 5 seconds in between
Pulsed contractions: do 15 pulses rhythmically
Pelvic tilts:
