CHILDBEARING LATEST 206 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS GUARANTEE A+
✔✔What is the treatment for hematomas postpartum? - ✔✔Ice packs and analgesia for
small ones; surgical intervention for large or expanding hematomas.
✔✔What are common treatments for postpartum discomfort? - ✔✔Antibiotics, rest,
increased fluid intake, warm or ice packs, and pain medications such as ibuprofen.
✔✔What are the major causes of thromboembolic disease? - ✔✔Hypercoagulability,
venous stasis, and injury to the epithelium of the blood vessel.
✔✔List three risk factors for thromboembolic disease. - ✔✔Cesarean birth, prolonged
immobility, obesity, smoking, and varicose veins.
✔✔What are the symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? - ✔✔Leg or calf
pain/tenderness, unilateral swelling, warmth, or redness.
✔✔What symptoms indicate a Pulmonary Embolism (PE)? - ✔✔Apprehension, chest
pain, dyspnea, tachypnea, tachycardia, cough, possibly hemoptysis, hypotension,
cyanosis, or syncope.
✔✔What is the initial treatment for DVT and PE? - ✔✔Immediate administration of
anticoagulants, such as heparin or low molecular weight heparin.
✔✔What is the duration for strict bed rest and limb elevation in DVT treatment? -
✔✔Strict bed rest and elevation of the affected limb are required until symptoms
subside.
✔✔What are the three phases of psychologic adjustment for new mothers? - ✔✔Taking
In (first 2-3 days), Taking Hold (lasts 3-10 days), and Letting Go (lasts 10 days to 6
weeks).
✔✔What is the definition of Postpartum Blues? - ✔✔The mildest form of postpartum
mood disorder, occurring in up to 85% of mothers, typically beginning 2-4 days after
delivery and resolving within 10-14 days.
✔✔What are the symptoms of Postpartum Depression? - ✔✔Mood swings, feelings of
worthlessness, lack of interest in usual activities, irritability towards the baby, and
thoughts of suicide.
✔✔What distinguishes Postpartum Psychosis from other postpartum disorders? - ✔✔It
is the most serious, occurring in 1-2 per 1000 women, with symptoms like
hallucinations, delusions, and severe mood disturbances.
, ✔✔What are common newborn reflexes? - ✔✔Rooting, sucking, palmar grasping, Moro
reflex, Babinski reflex, tonic neck reflex, and stepping reflex.
✔✔What is the normal heart rate range for newborns? - ✔✔120-160 beats per minute.
✔✔What is the normal respiratory rate for newborns? - ✔✔30-60 breaths per minute.
✔✔What is the typical weight range for a normal newborn? - ✔✔2500-4000 grams (5lb
8oz - 8lb 13oz).
✔✔What should a newborn's stool look like in the first few days of life? - ✔✔Meconium,
which is tarry, sticky, black or dark green, and odorless.
✔✔What is the significance of the Apgar score? - ✔✔It assesses the newborn's physical
condition at birth, evaluating heart rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex response,
and color.
✔✔What is the purpose of monitoring for signs of postpartum psychiatric disorders? -
✔✔To ensure the mother's safety and well-being, and to provide appropriate
interventions and support.
✔✔What are the nursing interventions for new mothers experiencing psychiatric issues?
- ✔✔Observe interactions with the baby, assess coping skills, support positive parenting
behaviors, and refer to social services if necessary.
✔✔What is the normal axillary temperature range for newborns? - ✔✔36.5-37.2°C
(97.7-99°F).
✔✔What is the typical head circumference for a newborn? - ✔✔32-37 cm (12.6-14.6 in).
✔✔What is the expected gastrointestinal pattern for a term newborn? - ✔✔Ready to
digest fats, carbs, and proteins at birth; should pass meconium within 24-48 hours.
✔✔What are the signs of adequate newborn adaptation to life outside the uterus? -
✔✔Stable vital signs, normal reflexes, and ability to feed effectively.
✔✔What is the normal urinary pattern for a newborn? - ✔✔A newborn should urinate
within the first 24 hours of life, typically voiding 2-6 times a day initially, increasing to 5-
25 times per 24 hours.
✔✔What is jaundice in newborns? - ✔✔Jaundice is a yellowish discoloration of skin and
mucous membranes caused by the presence of bile pigments.
ANSWERS GUARANTEE A+
✔✔What is the treatment for hematomas postpartum? - ✔✔Ice packs and analgesia for
small ones; surgical intervention for large or expanding hematomas.
✔✔What are common treatments for postpartum discomfort? - ✔✔Antibiotics, rest,
increased fluid intake, warm or ice packs, and pain medications such as ibuprofen.
✔✔What are the major causes of thromboembolic disease? - ✔✔Hypercoagulability,
venous stasis, and injury to the epithelium of the blood vessel.
✔✔List three risk factors for thromboembolic disease. - ✔✔Cesarean birth, prolonged
immobility, obesity, smoking, and varicose veins.
✔✔What are the symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? - ✔✔Leg or calf
pain/tenderness, unilateral swelling, warmth, or redness.
✔✔What symptoms indicate a Pulmonary Embolism (PE)? - ✔✔Apprehension, chest
pain, dyspnea, tachypnea, tachycardia, cough, possibly hemoptysis, hypotension,
cyanosis, or syncope.
✔✔What is the initial treatment for DVT and PE? - ✔✔Immediate administration of
anticoagulants, such as heparin or low molecular weight heparin.
✔✔What is the duration for strict bed rest and limb elevation in DVT treatment? -
✔✔Strict bed rest and elevation of the affected limb are required until symptoms
subside.
✔✔What are the three phases of psychologic adjustment for new mothers? - ✔✔Taking
In (first 2-3 days), Taking Hold (lasts 3-10 days), and Letting Go (lasts 10 days to 6
weeks).
✔✔What is the definition of Postpartum Blues? - ✔✔The mildest form of postpartum
mood disorder, occurring in up to 85% of mothers, typically beginning 2-4 days after
delivery and resolving within 10-14 days.
✔✔What are the symptoms of Postpartum Depression? - ✔✔Mood swings, feelings of
worthlessness, lack of interest in usual activities, irritability towards the baby, and
thoughts of suicide.
✔✔What distinguishes Postpartum Psychosis from other postpartum disorders? - ✔✔It
is the most serious, occurring in 1-2 per 1000 women, with symptoms like
hallucinations, delusions, and severe mood disturbances.
, ✔✔What are common newborn reflexes? - ✔✔Rooting, sucking, palmar grasping, Moro
reflex, Babinski reflex, tonic neck reflex, and stepping reflex.
✔✔What is the normal heart rate range for newborns? - ✔✔120-160 beats per minute.
✔✔What is the normal respiratory rate for newborns? - ✔✔30-60 breaths per minute.
✔✔What is the typical weight range for a normal newborn? - ✔✔2500-4000 grams (5lb
8oz - 8lb 13oz).
✔✔What should a newborn's stool look like in the first few days of life? - ✔✔Meconium,
which is tarry, sticky, black or dark green, and odorless.
✔✔What is the significance of the Apgar score? - ✔✔It assesses the newborn's physical
condition at birth, evaluating heart rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex response,
and color.
✔✔What is the purpose of monitoring for signs of postpartum psychiatric disorders? -
✔✔To ensure the mother's safety and well-being, and to provide appropriate
interventions and support.
✔✔What are the nursing interventions for new mothers experiencing psychiatric issues?
- ✔✔Observe interactions with the baby, assess coping skills, support positive parenting
behaviors, and refer to social services if necessary.
✔✔What is the normal axillary temperature range for newborns? - ✔✔36.5-37.2°C
(97.7-99°F).
✔✔What is the typical head circumference for a newborn? - ✔✔32-37 cm (12.6-14.6 in).
✔✔What is the expected gastrointestinal pattern for a term newborn? - ✔✔Ready to
digest fats, carbs, and proteins at birth; should pass meconium within 24-48 hours.
✔✔What are the signs of adequate newborn adaptation to life outside the uterus? -
✔✔Stable vital signs, normal reflexes, and ability to feed effectively.
✔✔What is the normal urinary pattern for a newborn? - ✔✔A newborn should urinate
within the first 24 hours of life, typically voiding 2-6 times a day initially, increasing to 5-
25 times per 24 hours.
✔✔What is jaundice in newborns? - ✔✔Jaundice is a yellowish discoloration of skin and
mucous membranes caused by the presence of bile pigments.
