POSTPARTUM CARE IN MATERNAL AND CHILD
HEALTH NURSING STUDY GUIDE SUMMARY
WITH TESTED QUESTIONS AND 100%
CORRECT SOLUTIONS
◉What is involution in the context of postpartum care? Answer: The
return of the reproductive organs from a pregnant to a non-pregnant
state.
◉What is subinvolution? Answer: Failure to return to the non-pregnant
state.
◉What are the characteristics of Lochia Rubra? Answer: Color: dark
red; Duration: 0-3 days; Indicates fresh bleeding if bright red.
◉What psychological phase is characterized by the mother being
dependent on others for care? Answer: Taking In phase.
◉What are the characteristics of Lochia Serosa? Answer: Color: pinkish
to brownish; Duration: 4-9 days.
HEALTH NURSING STUDY GUIDE SUMMARY
WITH TESTED QUESTIONS AND 100%
CORRECT SOLUTIONS
◉What is involution in the context of postpartum care? Answer: The
return of the reproductive organs from a pregnant to a non-pregnant
state.
◉What is subinvolution? Answer: Failure to return to the non-pregnant
state.
◉What are the characteristics of Lochia Rubra? Answer: Color: dark
red; Duration: 0-3 days; Indicates fresh bleeding if bright red.
◉What psychological phase is characterized by the mother being
dependent on others for care? Answer: Taking In phase.
◉What are the characteristics of Lochia Serosa? Answer: Color: pinkish
to brownish; Duration: 4-9 days.
