Postpartum Changes Quiz

What percentage of women experience postpartum shivers?

• 10-20%

• 25-50%

• 60-70%

• 80-90%

How long does it typically take for the uterus to return to its normal size after delivery?

• 3-5 weeks

• 10-12 weeks

• 6-8 weeks

• 2-4 weeks

Which hormone is primarily responsible for milk release during breastfeeding?

• Progesterone

• Prolactin

• Estrogen

• Oxytocin

What is the term for the red vaginal discharge observed shortly after delivery?

• Lochia rubra

• Lochia nigra

• Lochia alba

• Lochia serosa

How long does lochia serosa typically last?

• 4-5 weeks

• 1-2 weeks

• 2-3 weeks

• 3-4 weeks

What happens to the cervix after childbirth?

• It becomes a small, smooth circle

• It remains unchanged

• It becomes a large, horizontal slit

• It closes completely

When is it generally safe to resume sexual activity postpartum?

• 7-8 weeks

• 1-2 weeks

• 5-6 weeks

• 3-4 weeks

In non-breastfeeding women, when do ovulation and menstruation typically return?

• 3-5 weeks

• 10-12 weeks

• 6-8 weeks

• 2-4 weeks

What hormone inhibits ovulation during breastfeeding?

• Oxytocin

• Prolactin

• Testosterone

• Estrogen

In some countries, what is used as a primary method of contraception postpartum?

• Surgical methods

• Barrier methods

• Hormonal pills

• Breastfeeding