NSG 432 EXAM 1 2026 EXAM PREP COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED 2026
◉ how far does the umbilicus move every 24 hours. Answer: about 1
cm
◉ subinvolution. Answer: failure of uterus to return to its non
pregnant state
◉ what can cause subinvolution. Answer: retained placenta
fragments, infection
◉ when is afterpains more noticable. Answer: Macrosomia
multifetal
multiparity
polyhydramnios
◉ lochia rubra **. Answer: red
what's seen throughout hospital stay
◉ lochia serosa **. Answer: pinkish brown color
after 3-4 days
,◉ lochia alba **. Answer: yellow-white
after 10-14 days
lasts 4-8 weeks
◉ can lochia have odor. Answer: if it does, it indicates infection
◉ when does cervix shorten and firm. Answer: 12-18 hours post
partum
◉ uterus is hard and firm but bleeding. Answer: cervical tear
call HCP, monitor vitals
◉ how often do you check the fundus after birth **. Answer: Q15
min
◉ when do abdomen muscles return to non pregnancy strength.
Answer: 6 weeks
◉ hormone for milk production **. Answer: prolactin
◉ when is estrogen and progesterone the lowest. Answer: 1 week
post partum
, ◉ can lactating or nonlactating women become pregnant quicker.
Answer: nonlactating
ovulation can occur as fast as 27 days after birth
◉ what poses the largest hemmorhage risk. Answer: full bladder
◉ last thing to come back after anesthesia. Answer: urge to void
◉ what notable bladder effect may occur after birth. Answer: stress
incontinence
◉ bloody urine postpartum. Answer: should resolve quick
◉ what is needed before moms can be fed again. Answer: bowel
sounds
◉ what can cause engorgement. Answer: increased blood and
lymphatics
NOT milk accumulation
◉ treatments for engorgement. Answer: breast binder, ice, cabbage
leaves
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED 2026
◉ how far does the umbilicus move every 24 hours. Answer: about 1
cm
◉ subinvolution. Answer: failure of uterus to return to its non
pregnant state
◉ what can cause subinvolution. Answer: retained placenta
fragments, infection
◉ when is afterpains more noticable. Answer: Macrosomia
multifetal
multiparity
polyhydramnios
◉ lochia rubra **. Answer: red
what's seen throughout hospital stay
◉ lochia serosa **. Answer: pinkish brown color
after 3-4 days
,◉ lochia alba **. Answer: yellow-white
after 10-14 days
lasts 4-8 weeks
◉ can lochia have odor. Answer: if it does, it indicates infection
◉ when does cervix shorten and firm. Answer: 12-18 hours post
partum
◉ uterus is hard and firm but bleeding. Answer: cervical tear
call HCP, monitor vitals
◉ how often do you check the fundus after birth **. Answer: Q15
min
◉ when do abdomen muscles return to non pregnancy strength.
Answer: 6 weeks
◉ hormone for milk production **. Answer: prolactin
◉ when is estrogen and progesterone the lowest. Answer: 1 week
post partum
, ◉ can lactating or nonlactating women become pregnant quicker.
Answer: nonlactating
ovulation can occur as fast as 27 days after birth
◉ what poses the largest hemmorhage risk. Answer: full bladder
◉ last thing to come back after anesthesia. Answer: urge to void
◉ what notable bladder effect may occur after birth. Answer: stress
incontinence
◉ bloody urine postpartum. Answer: should resolve quick
◉ what is needed before moms can be fed again. Answer: bowel
sounds
◉ what can cause engorgement. Answer: increased blood and
lymphatics
NOT milk accumulation
◉ treatments for engorgement. Answer: breast binder, ice, cabbage
leaves
