Antepartum
Intrapartum
Postpartum
Newborn Care
This is Normal?
100

EDD = LMP + 7 days − 3 months + 1 year.

What is Naegele’s Rule? 

100

Give IV antibiotics (commonly penicillin)

What is an intervention to reduce Group B Streptococcus neonatal infection? 

100
  • Fundus firm at the umbilicus initially
  • Moderate lochia rubra
  • Pulse around 60 bpm (bradycardia can be normal)
  • Adequate urine output

What are Normal Postpartum Findings?

100

•    Nasal flaring

•    Grunting

•    Retractions (abdominal/intercostal)

•    Cyanosis


What are signs of Respiratory Distress?

100

HR:  110–160 bpm

RR:  30–60/min

T:  97.7–99.5°F (36.5–37.5°C)

What are normal Newborn Vitals

200

Gravida: pregnancies

Para: births ≥20 weeks

Primipara: One birth

Multipara: Two or more births

Nullipara: No births ≥20 weeks

What is the GTPAL Obstetrics Terminology? 

200

The following is required prior to this intervention: Ruptured membranes and Cervix dilated (typically at least 2 cm)

What is IUPC & Fetal Spiral Electrode placement? 

200
  • Apply ice/cold packs
  • Wear a supportive bra
  • Avoid breast stimulation/pumping
  • Avoid warm compresses

What interventions will Suppress Lactation? 

200

•    Place skin-to-skin with the mother.

•    Cover with warm blankets/cap.

•    Reassess temperature.


What are actions to treat Cold Stress?

200
  • Hungry
  • Overstimulated
  • Understimulated
  • Wet/soiled
  • Tired

Why newborns cry?

300

Initial visit

CBC, blood type/Rh, rubella, infectious screening

15–20 weeks

Maternal serum AFP

What are prenatal Labs? 

300
  • Adjust room temperature
  • Encourage ambulation (early labor)
  • Provide IV pain medication as ordered
  • Use breathing/relaxation techniques

What are interventions for pain management? 

300
  • Large amounts of bright red bleeding
  • Frequent saturated pads
  • Boggy uterus
  • Tachycardia/hypotension

What are Postpartum Hemorrhage S/S?

300

Decrease serum bilirubin and prevent kernicterus

What is the goal of Phototherapy for Jaundice?

300

Prevent/treat ophthalmia neonatorum acquired during passage through the birth canal, which can lead to blindness.

Why do we administer Erythromycin Eye Ointment?

400
  • Eat crackers before getting out of bed.
  • Eat small frequent meals.
  • Avoid greasy foods. 
  • Maintain hydration

What are interventions to manage Nausea/Vomiting

400
  • Left lateral position
  • IV fluid bolus
  • Oxygen
  • Notify provider / prepare for delivery if unresolved
  • Stop Pitocin if infusing.

What is the LIONS acronym for Intrauterine Resuscitation for Late Decelerations?

400

Client cannot void or voids only small amounts after delivery

What is suspected urinary retention after an epidural? 

400

Serial casting (Ponseti method) is used for treatment of this condition

What is Talipes Equinovarus (Clubfoot)?

400

Administer this to prevent hemorrhagic disease of the newborn due to inadequate intestinal flora to synthesize it

What is Vitamin K?

500

First fetal movement felt by the mother: usually around 16–20 weeks (often earlier in multiparas).

What is Quickening? 

500

Latent : 0–6 cm

Active: 6–10 cm

Transition: 8–10 cm

What are the phases of Labor

500

Can be transmitted to the fetus/newborn; breastfeeding guidance depends on current recommendations and resources.

What is HIV?

500
  • Always place newborns supine (on their back) to sleep.
  • Use a firm mattress.
  • No pillows, blankets, toys, or bumper pads in the crib.
  • Room-share, but do not bed-share.

What are  Safe Sleep (SIDS Prevention) ?

500
  • Fold diaper below the cord.
  • Keep cord clean and dry.
  • Sponge baths only until cord falls off.
  • Cord usually separates in 10–14 days.
  • Clamp typically remains about 24 hours.

What are Umbilical Cord Care Instructions?

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