What are some interventions for breast engorgement?
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-Feed every 2 hours
-Cold compresses AFTER feedings
-Warm compresses BEFORE feedings
-Cabbage leaves
-Anti inflammatory meds
,How often should you assess the postpartum uterus?
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Every 8 hours
What is molding?
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The shaping of the fetal head by overlapping of cranial bones to facilitate
movement thru the birth canal
What are some red flags for emotional status postpartum?
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-Mom doesn't talk about birth experience
-Preoccupied with body image (depression)
-Disappointed about sex of baby
-Does not interact with baby
-Is withdrawn, decreased appetite, and sleeping a lot
What are some interventions for non-breastfeeding postpartum moms?
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, -DO NOT stimulate the breasts to lactate (even hot water can cause
release)
-Support the breasts with bra
- Ice the breasts
-Anti inflammatories and cabbage leaves can help
Upon newborn admission assessment, what do nurses need from the mom?
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Pregnancy history, as well as labor and birth history to see if there were any
complications during her pregnancy that could effect the baby now
What are the types of formulas for babies?
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-Ready to feed: no additive needed
-Concentrated: Dilute with water
-Powdered: mix with water
How much milk does a baby need within the first 2 days?
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1/2 to 1 oz per feeding
, Why does the postpartum mother go through postpartal diuresis?
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She pees/sweats out the extra water that was needed during pregnancy.
Can cause bladder distension
How can nurses prevent blood clots postpartum?
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-Compression boots
-Compression stockings
-AMBULATE
-ROM exercises
What is Millia?
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White little dots across a newborn's face and nose. They will resolve with
time. Do not pick at them
When is the time of birth noted?
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-Feed every 2 hours
-Cold compresses AFTER feedings
-Warm compresses BEFORE feedings
-Cabbage leaves
-Anti inflammatory meds
,How often should you assess the postpartum uterus?
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Every 8 hours
What is molding?
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The shaping of the fetal head by overlapping of cranial bones to facilitate
movement thru the birth canal
What are some red flags for emotional status postpartum?
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-Mom doesn't talk about birth experience
-Preoccupied with body image (depression)
-Disappointed about sex of baby
-Does not interact with baby
-Is withdrawn, decreased appetite, and sleeping a lot
What are some interventions for non-breastfeeding postpartum moms?
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, -DO NOT stimulate the breasts to lactate (even hot water can cause
release)
-Support the breasts with bra
- Ice the breasts
-Anti inflammatories and cabbage leaves can help
Upon newborn admission assessment, what do nurses need from the mom?
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Pregnancy history, as well as labor and birth history to see if there were any
complications during her pregnancy that could effect the baby now
What are the types of formulas for babies?
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-Ready to feed: no additive needed
-Concentrated: Dilute with water
-Powdered: mix with water
How much milk does a baby need within the first 2 days?
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1/2 to 1 oz per feeding
, Why does the postpartum mother go through postpartal diuresis?
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She pees/sweats out the extra water that was needed during pregnancy.
Can cause bladder distension
How can nurses prevent blood clots postpartum?
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-Compression boots
-Compression stockings
-AMBULATE
-ROM exercises
What is Millia?
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White little dots across a newborn's face and nose. They will resolve with
time. Do not pick at them
When is the time of birth noted?
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