PP risks
During the PP period the mom is at risk for
Infection and Hemorrhage
APGAR stands for, and is done when
Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity (muscle tone) Respirations = 1 and 5 min, possibly 10 min.
12- 24 hours, in Lukewarm water, with a ph balanced soap (mild, gentle soap), keep umbilical cord dry. Bathe a couple times a week once discharged.
How often is Depo Provera given?
12 weeks, 3 months, 90 days
(Break thorough bleeding)
This noninvasive test is performed on infants before they are d/c'd
hearing screen
R/F for Early PPH
macrosomia, multiple gestation, polyhydramnios, chorioamnionitis, prolonged labor, use of Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin
acrocyanosis is a medical emergency
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Ambulation
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Hemorrhage
When does a late PP hemorrhage occur?
24 hours – 6 weeks
signs of RDS
Flaring, retractions, grunting
Colostrum
Yellow in color, liquid gold, last about 1-3 days, rich in immune globulins
s/s of Pulmonary Embolism
chest pain, SOB, low o2, Hemoptysis, rapid or irregular HR
What does an infant wear under bili lights?
eye shields and diaper
R/F late PPH
unknown retained placenta
What is a bulb syringe
clear secretions from mouth & nose
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Tx- acyclovir, after 35wks. active lesions = C-Section
s/s of mastitis
Fever, Warm, Tender, Hard Breast (Usually unilateral), Enlarged Axillary Lymph Nodes, Generalized Aching, HA, Malaise
How can mom prevent a hematoma after SVD?
Ice Packs for first 24 hours
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Ambulation
W/i the first day of life - these are the meds that the should receive
Vit K, Hep B, and erythromycin
concerning temperature after 24 hours PP
Above 100.4 after 24 hours= probable infection
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My LNMP was 8/7/2023. What is my EDD?
5/14/2024