NUR 1211C Chapter Notes - Chapter Test 6: Orthostatic Hypotension, Lochia, Gestational Hypertension
12 Feb 2020
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Social support and cultural considerations: one important intervention during the postpartum period is promotion of breast-feeding. Blood pressure readings should not be higher than 140/90 mm hg or lower than 85/60 mmhg: pain, physical examination, breasts, uterus, bladder, bowels, lochia, typically, the amount of lochia is described as follows: Scant: a 1- to 2-in lochia stain on the perineal pad or approximately a 10-ml loss. Light or small: an approximately 4-inch stain or a 10- to 25-ml loss: moderate: a 4- to 6-in stain with an estimated loss of 25 to 50 ml. Large or heavy: a pad is saturated within 1 hour after changing it: episiotomy/perineum and epidural site, lacerations are classified based on their severity and tissue involvement: First-degree laceration: involves only skin and superficial structures above muscle. Third-degree laceration: extends through the anal sphincter muscle. Multiple pregnancies xi. xii. xiii. xiv. xv. xvi. xvii. Bed rest or immobility for 4 days or more.
