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NSPN 7100: Module 8- Postpartum and
Transition to Parenthood Questions and
Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
The responses of new mothers to this period vary and will depend on a
number of factors. What factors may be considered?
Ans: her antepartum experiences, her expectations for
childbirth, the length of her labour, the difficulty of her birth,
pain experienced during labour, and whether birth was normal,
assisted, or operative. Responses will also be affected by her
age, past experiences including abuse and trauma, social
supports, culture, and whether the pregnancy was planned or
unexpected.
Why is providing women with the opportunity to share their birth
stories a significant nursing intervention?
Ans: It may foster self-actualization, promote maternal role
attainment, enhance the couple's relationship, and enrich the
family's perspective.
What kind of questions could you ask new parents to assess their initial
adaptation to parenting?
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Ans: A good opening question could be "tell me about your
labour and birth? Was it what you expected? Do you have any
questions about the experience?" It can also be helpful to
specifically ask the father, "and how was it for you?" This may
open up the conversation for the couple to express concerns or
seek clarity about why something happened.
In the first 24 hours postpartum, what are the maternal assessments?
Ans: - vital signs
- fundus- position and tone
- flow- amount, color, consistency
- perineum- swelling, pain, stitches
- bladder- voiding
- bowel- last BM, does she need stool softener?
- breasts
- pain- perineal pain? Incisional pain post C/S
- legs (for thrombosis)
- nutrition and hydration
- support systems
- emotional status
- readiness for self-care
- readiness for baby care
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Some nurses like to use the acronym BUBBLES when performing their
assessment. What does this acronym stand for?
Ans: Breast, Uterus, Bowel, Bladder, Lochia, Episiotomy, and
Supports
What is the average blood loss for vaginal birth?
Ans: 300-500 ml
What is the average blood loss for caesarean birth?
Ans: 500-1000 ml
Vital signs may have slight variations in the immediate postpartum
period. What slight variations may be seen?
Ans: heart rate elevation in the first hour, transient increase in
blood pressure in first few days' postpartum, and slight increase
in temperature during first 24 hours.
How is involution (the return of the uterus to pre-pregnant state)
assessed?
Ans: palpating the fundus and monitoring the vaginal flow
All rights reserved © 2025/ 2026 |
NSPN 7100: Module 8- Postpartum and
Transition to Parenthood Questions and
Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
The responses of new mothers to this period vary and will depend on a
number of factors. What factors may be considered?
Ans: her antepartum experiences, her expectations for
childbirth, the length of her labour, the difficulty of her birth,
pain experienced during labour, and whether birth was normal,
assisted, or operative. Responses will also be affected by her
age, past experiences including abuse and trauma, social
supports, culture, and whether the pregnancy was planned or
unexpected.
Why is providing women with the opportunity to share their birth
stories a significant nursing intervention?
Ans: It may foster self-actualization, promote maternal role
attainment, enhance the couple's relationship, and enrich the
family's perspective.
What kind of questions could you ask new parents to assess their initial
adaptation to parenting?
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Ans: A good opening question could be "tell me about your
labour and birth? Was it what you expected? Do you have any
questions about the experience?" It can also be helpful to
specifically ask the father, "and how was it for you?" This may
open up the conversation for the couple to express concerns or
seek clarity about why something happened.
In the first 24 hours postpartum, what are the maternal assessments?
Ans: - vital signs
- fundus- position and tone
- flow- amount, color, consistency
- perineum- swelling, pain, stitches
- bladder- voiding
- bowel- last BM, does she need stool softener?
- breasts
- pain- perineal pain? Incisional pain post C/S
- legs (for thrombosis)
- nutrition and hydration
- support systems
- emotional status
- readiness for self-care
- readiness for baby care
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Some nurses like to use the acronym BUBBLES when performing their
assessment. What does this acronym stand for?
Ans: Breast, Uterus, Bowel, Bladder, Lochia, Episiotomy, and
Supports
What is the average blood loss for vaginal birth?
Ans: 300-500 ml
What is the average blood loss for caesarean birth?
Ans: 500-1000 ml
Vital signs may have slight variations in the immediate postpartum
period. What slight variations may be seen?
Ans: heart rate elevation in the first hour, transient increase in
blood pressure in first few days' postpartum, and slight increase
in temperature during first 24 hours.
How is involution (the return of the uterus to pre-pregnant state)
assessed?
Ans: palpating the fundus and monitoring the vaginal flow
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