Postpartum Complications Chapter 21:
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What is a common risk factor for developing postpartum infection?
A) High vitamin D levels
B) Increased fluid intake
C) Prolonged labor and delivery
D) Early ambulation
C) Prolonged labor and delivery
*Rationale: Prolonge...
Postpartum Complications Chapter 21:
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What is a common risk factor for developing postpartum infection?
A) High vitamin D levels
B) Increased fluid intake
C) Prolonged labor and delivery
D) Early ambulation
✔✔ C) Prolonged labor and delivery
*Rationale: Prolonged labor and delivery can increase the risk of postpartum infection due to
potential prolonged exposure to pathogens and increased risk of lacerations and trauma.*
Which symptom is most indicative of postpartum preeclampsia?
A) Severe headache and visual disturbances
B) Mild cramping and nausea
C) Increased milk production
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,D) Decreased blood pressure
✔✔ A) Severe headache and visual disturbances
*Rationale: Severe headache and visual disturbances are key signs of postpartum preeclampsia, a
condition characterized by high blood pressure and potential for serious complications.*
How should a nurse respond to a postpartum patient who develops symptoms of a deep vein
thrombosis (DVT)?
A) Encourage early ambulation and hydration
B) Apply warm compresses and monitor for changes
C) Initiate anticoagulant therapy and refer for further evaluation
D) Increase physical activity and perform range-of-motion exercises
✔✔ C) Initiate anticoagulant therapy and refer for further evaluation
*Rationale: Deep vein thrombosis requires anticoagulant therapy to prevent further clot
formation and referral for further evaluation to manage the condition effectively.*
What is a common clinical sign of postpartum endometritis?
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, A) Elevated blood pressure
B) Foul-smelling lochia with fever
C) Soft and contracted uterus
D) Normal appetite and hydration
✔✔ B) Foul-smelling lochia with fever
*Rationale: Postpartum endometritis often presents with foul-smelling lochia and fever,
indicating infection of the uterine lining.*
Which of the following interventions is most appropriate for managing postpartum urinary
retention?
A) Administer diuretics as prescribed
B) Perform intermittent catheterization as needed
C) Restrict fluid intake to minimize output
D) Apply heat to the abdominal area
✔✔ B) Perform intermittent catheterization as needed
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