POSTPARTUM CARE IN MATERNAL AND CHILD
HEALTH NURSING LATEST EXAM PAPER
SOLVED QUESTIONS AND EXPERT VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
◉What condition is caused by a markedly distended uterus and
intermittent uterine contractions within 2 to 3 days after birth? Answer:
Afterpains.
◉According to Ramona Mercer's BAM theory, which statement fosters
the process of becoming a mother? Answer: It encompasses the
dynamic transformation and evolution of a woman's person.
◉What is the correct response for a mother asking about a gush of blood
when rising from bed? Answer: Blood pools at the top of the vagina and
forms clots that are passed upon rising or sitting on the toilet.
◉What nursing measures stimulate the sensation of voiding for
postpartum mothers? Answer: Running water in the sink or shower.
◉How long does it take for the uterus to return to its pre-pregnancy
state? Answer: Six weeks.
,◉What term describes the changes of the uterus after childbirth to return
to a non-pregnant state? Answer: Involution.
◉What condition can slow uterine involution? Answer: Full bladder
during labor.
◉Where does the nurse begin assessing the uterine fundus? Answer:
Symphysis pubis.
◉What is the first priority nursing intervention during the immediate
postpartum period? Answer: Observing postpartum hemorrhage.
◉What statement indicates understanding of iron supplementation for
low hemoglobin? Answer: The iron is best absorbed if taken on an
empty stomach.
◉What is the best response regarding the effect of vitamin C on iron
absorption? Answer: Absorption of iron is enhanced with vitamin C.
◉How does vitamin C affect iron absorption? Answer: Vitamin C
enhances the absorption of iron.
, ◉What should Evelyn take to enhance her intestinal absorption of
calcium during pregnancy? Answer: Calcium supplements, enhanced by
fat-soluble vitamins, proteins, or water-soluble vitamins.
◉What is the main source of nutrition for a baby during pregnancy?
Answer: The placenta.
◉Which patient statement indicates a need for further instruction
regarding heartburn management? Answer: 'I have to lie down after
eating.'
◉What factors should be considered when giving medications to
pediatric patients? Answer: Size, surface area, age, and height.
◉What is the correct statement regarding children's reactions to
medication? Answer: The possibility of error is greater in the giving of
medication to children than to adults.
◉Which site is recommended for intramuscular injections in infants and
toddlers to avoid complications? Answer: Vastus lateralis.
◉What is the most common complication of administering medication
intramuscularly? Answer: Abscess.
HEALTH NURSING LATEST EXAM PAPER
SOLVED QUESTIONS AND EXPERT VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
◉What condition is caused by a markedly distended uterus and
intermittent uterine contractions within 2 to 3 days after birth? Answer:
Afterpains.
◉According to Ramona Mercer's BAM theory, which statement fosters
the process of becoming a mother? Answer: It encompasses the
dynamic transformation and evolution of a woman's person.
◉What is the correct response for a mother asking about a gush of blood
when rising from bed? Answer: Blood pools at the top of the vagina and
forms clots that are passed upon rising or sitting on the toilet.
◉What nursing measures stimulate the sensation of voiding for
postpartum mothers? Answer: Running water in the sink or shower.
◉How long does it take for the uterus to return to its pre-pregnancy
state? Answer: Six weeks.
,◉What term describes the changes of the uterus after childbirth to return
to a non-pregnant state? Answer: Involution.
◉What condition can slow uterine involution? Answer: Full bladder
during labor.
◉Where does the nurse begin assessing the uterine fundus? Answer:
Symphysis pubis.
◉What is the first priority nursing intervention during the immediate
postpartum period? Answer: Observing postpartum hemorrhage.
◉What statement indicates understanding of iron supplementation for
low hemoglobin? Answer: The iron is best absorbed if taken on an
empty stomach.
◉What is the best response regarding the effect of vitamin C on iron
absorption? Answer: Absorption of iron is enhanced with vitamin C.
◉How does vitamin C affect iron absorption? Answer: Vitamin C
enhances the absorption of iron.
, ◉What should Evelyn take to enhance her intestinal absorption of
calcium during pregnancy? Answer: Calcium supplements, enhanced by
fat-soluble vitamins, proteins, or water-soluble vitamins.
◉What is the main source of nutrition for a baby during pregnancy?
Answer: The placenta.
◉Which patient statement indicates a need for further instruction
regarding heartburn management? Answer: 'I have to lie down after
eating.'
◉What factors should be considered when giving medications to
pediatric patients? Answer: Size, surface area, age, and height.
◉What is the correct statement regarding children's reactions to
medication? Answer: The possibility of error is greater in the giving of
medication to children than to adults.
◉Which site is recommended for intramuscular injections in infants and
toddlers to avoid complications? Answer: Vastus lateralis.
◉What is the most common complication of administering medication
intramuscularly? Answer: Abscess.
