Nuclear family - ANS-Consists of a father, mother and children
Post partum - ANS-After birth
Ends at 6 weeks
Lochia (post partum) - ANS-Vaginal discharge that have 3 stages
Lochia Rubra
Lochia serosa
Lochia Alba
Episiotomy - ANS-Incision in the perineum performed to increase the size of the vaginal opening
for delivery of baby. Also to decrease perineal tearing
Caesarean section - ANS-Surgical incision into the abdomen and uterine wall through which the
baby is delivered.
Breast care. Lactation - ANS-Process of producing and secreting milk from the breasts. Begins
3 days after birth
Breast care. Engorged breast - ANS-Swollen, hard, painful and decreases in 1-2 days. Cold
packs and warm showers help promote comfort
Breast care. Mastitis - ANS-Infection of the breasts
Post partum depression - ANS-Major depression that begins any time within the first year after
child birth. Usually begins 2 weeks to 6 months
post partum psychosis - ANS-Severe form of PPD that effect 1-1000 women. The mother loses
touch with reality, has delusions, hallucinations and suicidal thoughts. She could potentially hurt
the baby
Neck support for babies - ANS-Always use both hands to lift the baby supporting the entire body
especially the head and neck because the neck is very weak for the first 3 months
Thrush - ANS-Common yeast infection that resembles cottage cheese or milk curds found on
the sides, roof and tongue of baby's mouth
Does not rub off easily - ANS-Thrush
Signs and symptoms to report to supervisor - ANS-Jaundice- yellow colour to skin and eyes
Redness/drainage of cord or Circumcision
Temperature over 38
Hard formed stools
, Limpness
Rash
Screaming/crying for long period
Flushed/pale skin
Not feeding
Projectile vomiting
Heavy perspiration
Noisy/rapid/slow respiration
Turning head to one side/putting hand on ear
Frequent watery or green,mucous stools
Dehydration (few wet diapers, dark urine, no saliva or tears, dry lips , sunken eyes and head
Stiff neck
umbilical cord - ANS-Connects mother and fetus by carrying blood, oxygen and nutrients to
baby.
umbilical cord care - ANS-Stump will dry and fall off within 7-14 days. Keep the cord dry, keep
the cord clean with mild soap and water
Tub safety for infants - ANS-Never leave baby alone
Hold baby securely
Room temperature should be 24-27 degrees
Bath temperature should be 37.8-40.6 degrees
Which developmental stage includes menopause? - ANS-Middle Adulthood
What is defined as the infancy stage? - ANS-First Year
Which of the following is an example of growth? - ANS-Height
Disability - ANS-The loss of physical or mental function
Stereotype - ANS-An overly/exaggerated view of a group of people
Which developmental stage is full of climbing and exploration? - ANS-Toddlerhood
Children typically begin to learn the social and physical skills needed for playing games during
which developmental stage? - ANS-Middle childhood
What developmental stage is characterized by rapid growth, physical changes and social
maturity? - ANS-Adolescence
Which of the following statements is true of the newborn's central nervous system (CNS)? -
ANS-Newborns hear well.
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