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What is involution? - CORRECTANSWER the return of the uterus to a non pregnant state after
birth
What is subinvolution? - CORRECTANSWER failure of uterus to return to non-pregnant state
What is lochia? - CORRECTANSWER the normal discharge from the uterus after childbirth.
What is lochia rubra? - CORRECTANSWER Postpartum vaginal discharged consisting of blood -
there are small particles of deciduas and mucus 0-3 days postpartum
What is lochia serosa? - CORRECTANSWER Pinkish discharge. Composed of blood and mucus
and can last from the 3rd- 10th day postpartum
What is lochia alba? - CORRECTANSWER Mostly mucus. Clear colourless or white and can last
from the 10th-21st day postpartum
,What happens to the cervix postpartum? - CORRECTANSWER Internal closes, but the external
os shape is permanently changed. It remains slightly open and slit like rather than round.
Regains muscle tone but never closes
What is puerperium? - CORRECTANSWER - Postnatal period
- Period of about 6-8 weeks after childbirth during which the mother's reproductive organs
return to their original non-pregnant condition
scant amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 2-inch stain (10ml)
Light amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 4-inch stain (10 to 25ml)
moderate amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 6-inch stain (25-50ml)
Large amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER Over 6inch stain (50 to 80ml)
When does menstrual cycle typically resume after birth? - CORRECTANSWER 5 to 6 weeks if not
breastfeeding
What happens to ovulation after giving birth? - CORRECTANSWER Return of ovulation is delayed
if breastfeeding, however it can occur at any time after birth
What do you check nipples for after birth? - CORRECTANSWER Cracks, wash nipples only with
water, mom is wearing supportive bra
Normal blood loss for vaginal delivery - CORRECTANSWER up to 500 mL
Normal blood loss for c-section - CORRECTANSWER Up to 1000 mL
, Why must the patient urinate after birth? - CORRECTANSWER A full bladder can displace the
uterus causing postpartum hemorrhage
What happens to hyperpigmentation postpartum? - CORRECTANSWER -hyperpigmentation of
areolae and lines nigra may not regress completely after childbirth
-some will have permanent pigmentation in these areas
-stretch marks may fade but not disappear
How many wet diapers per day? - CORRECTANSWER 6-8
What is pseudomenstruation? - CORRECTANSWER Caused by hormonal withdrawal from
mother
Cephalohematoma - CORRECTANSWER Swelling caused by bleeding between the osteum and
periosteum of the skull. This swelling does not cross suture lines. Subsides within a few weeks
caput succedaneum - CORRECTANSWER Swelling of the soft tissues of the scalp that DOES cross
suture lines, subsides within a few days
vernix caseosa - CORRECTANSWER cheesy substance covering the skin of the fetus
Lanugo - CORRECTANSWER fine, soft hair, that which covers the body and limbs, greater w
preterm babies
Port-Wine Stain (Nevus Flammeus) - CORRECTANSWER A large, flat, macular patch covering the
scalp or face, frequently along the distribution of cranial nerve V. The color is dark red, bluish, or
purplish and intensifies with crying, exertion, or exposure to heat or cold. The marking consists
Questions And Correct Verified Answers
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What is involution? - CORRECTANSWER the return of the uterus to a non pregnant state after
birth
What is subinvolution? - CORRECTANSWER failure of uterus to return to non-pregnant state
What is lochia? - CORRECTANSWER the normal discharge from the uterus after childbirth.
What is lochia rubra? - CORRECTANSWER Postpartum vaginal discharged consisting of blood -
there are small particles of deciduas and mucus 0-3 days postpartum
What is lochia serosa? - CORRECTANSWER Pinkish discharge. Composed of blood and mucus
and can last from the 3rd- 10th day postpartum
What is lochia alba? - CORRECTANSWER Mostly mucus. Clear colourless or white and can last
from the 10th-21st day postpartum
,What happens to the cervix postpartum? - CORRECTANSWER Internal closes, but the external
os shape is permanently changed. It remains slightly open and slit like rather than round.
Regains muscle tone but never closes
What is puerperium? - CORRECTANSWER - Postnatal period
- Period of about 6-8 weeks after childbirth during which the mother's reproductive organs
return to their original non-pregnant condition
scant amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 2-inch stain (10ml)
Light amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 4-inch stain (10 to 25ml)
moderate amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER 6-inch stain (25-50ml)
Large amount of lochia - CORRECTANSWER Over 6inch stain (50 to 80ml)
When does menstrual cycle typically resume after birth? - CORRECTANSWER 5 to 6 weeks if not
breastfeeding
What happens to ovulation after giving birth? - CORRECTANSWER Return of ovulation is delayed
if breastfeeding, however it can occur at any time after birth
What do you check nipples for after birth? - CORRECTANSWER Cracks, wash nipples only with
water, mom is wearing supportive bra
Normal blood loss for vaginal delivery - CORRECTANSWER up to 500 mL
Normal blood loss for c-section - CORRECTANSWER Up to 1000 mL
, Why must the patient urinate after birth? - CORRECTANSWER A full bladder can displace the
uterus causing postpartum hemorrhage
What happens to hyperpigmentation postpartum? - CORRECTANSWER -hyperpigmentation of
areolae and lines nigra may not regress completely after childbirth
-some will have permanent pigmentation in these areas
-stretch marks may fade but not disappear
How many wet diapers per day? - CORRECTANSWER 6-8
What is pseudomenstruation? - CORRECTANSWER Caused by hormonal withdrawal from
mother
Cephalohematoma - CORRECTANSWER Swelling caused by bleeding between the osteum and
periosteum of the skull. This swelling does not cross suture lines. Subsides within a few weeks
caput succedaneum - CORRECTANSWER Swelling of the soft tissues of the scalp that DOES cross
suture lines, subsides within a few days
vernix caseosa - CORRECTANSWER cheesy substance covering the skin of the fetus
Lanugo - CORRECTANSWER fine, soft hair, that which covers the body and limbs, greater w
preterm babies
Port-Wine Stain (Nevus Flammeus) - CORRECTANSWER A large, flat, macular patch covering the
scalp or face, frequently along the distribution of cranial nerve V. The color is dark red, bluish, or
purplish and intensifies with crying, exertion, or exposure to heat or cold. The marking consists
