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NUR 406 ( LATEST 2024 / 2025 ) POSTPARTUM COMPLICATIONS | GRADED A+ | PASSED | NEW FULL EXAM ACTUAL

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  • October 26, 2024
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NUR 406 Postpartum complications

1. Early hemorrhage
Answer
Occurs in the first 24 hrs

2. Causes of early hemorrhage
Answer
Uterine atony

Lacerations of genital tract

Retained placental fragments

Hematomas

3. Contributing factors to uterine atony
Answer
Overdistention of uterus

Dysfunctional labor

Oxytocin use

Anesthesia

4. Symptoms in the patient if she is hemorrhaging
Answer
1) Dizziness, heart flutters

2) Diaphoresis
3) Passing excessive clots & dark red blood

5. What should you be doing if the patient is bleeding more than normal?
Answer
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, Count & weigh pads

6. What should be done for uterine atony?
Answer
Massage fundus until firm

7. Other interventions for uterine atony/PP hemorrhage

Answer
O2 Blood & fluids

Catheter

8. Why is a catheter inserted?

Answer
To prevent uterine distention, which can be a cause

9. Medications in hemorrhage
Answer
IV Oxytocin IM Methergine

These cause uterine contractions

10. What will you see with lacerations of the genital tract?

Answer
Continuous trickling of bright red blood and firm fundus

11. Why is it important to inspect the placenta for intactness after delivery?
Answer
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Retained placental fragments can cause hemorrhage

12. What will be seen if the patient has a hematoma?
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