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Worksheetsraul exam 3- practice 2
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 55mins
A postpartum client with a history of DVT should avoid which contraceptive method?
Copper IUD
Hormonal birth control
Diaphragm
Condoms
Which of the following are signs of pulmonary embolism?
Tachypnea
Low O₂ saturation
Chest pain
Productive cough
Bradycardia
What is the best intervention to prevent DVT/PE postpartum?
Leg massage
Early and frequent ambulation
Compression bandages only
Strict bedrest
What is used after a C-section until the client is ambulatory?
TED hose
Sequential Compression Devices (SCDs)
Ice packs
Pneumatic boots
DIC stands for:
Disseminated Ischemic Collapse
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
Disseminated Intracardiac Coagulation
Diffuse Internal Collapse
Which are findings of DIC?
Oozing from IV/laceration/uterus
Lab value changes
Epistaxis
Increased urine output
Petechiae only
What is a priority intervention for DIC?
Administer antihypertensives
Prepare for ICU care and blood products
Give diuretics
Restrict fluids
Early sign of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH):
Soaking a pad in 15 minutes
Tachycardia
Hypotension
Dizziness
Late sign of PPH:
Uterine firmness
Hypotension and tachycardia
Nausea
Headache
Causes of postpartum hemorrhage include: (Select all that apply.)
Tone (uterine atony)
Trauma
Tissue retention
Thrombin disorders
Hypoglycemia
If the uterus is boggy, what is the nurse’s first action?
Call provider
Massage uterus until firm
Administer oxytocin
Apply ice
If the uterus is firm but bleeding persists, the nurse suspects:
Uterine rupture
Cervical or vaginal laceration
Retained placenta
DIC
Which medications treat postpartum hemorrhage? (Select all that apply.)
Oxytocin
Methylergonovine
Carboprost
Misoprostol
Tranexamic acid (TXA)
Carboprost is contraindicated in clients with:
Diabetes
Asthma
Renal failure
Anemia
Misoprostol is contraindicated in:
Hypertension
Asthma
Anemia
Hypocalcemia
What is uterine atony?
Firm, contracted uterus
Soft, boggy, poorly contracted uterus
Excessively painful uterus
Rigid uterus
What can cause uterine distension and atony?
Macrosomia
Multifetal gestation
Short labor
Hypovolemia
Subinvolution of the uterus results in:
Uterine rupture
Prolonged enlargement and lochia discharge
No lochia
Painful contractions
Normal postpartum uterine descent is approximately:
2 fingerbreadths per day
1 fingerbreadth per day
3 cm per hour
None
A nurse assessing a firm uterus but ongoing bleeding should suspect:
Uterine atony
Laceration or hematoma
Placenta previa
Endometritis
Which interventions are appropriate for perineal laceration care? (Select all that apply.)
Use peri bottle
Blot instead of wipe
Frequent pad changes
Use scented soaps
Avoid stool softeners
Signs of perineal hematoma include:
Bulging perineum
Tenderness
Ecchymosis
Firm uterus
Hematuria
Which antibiotics are expected for endometritis?
Broad-spectrum antibiotics
Diuretics
Steroids
Anticoagulants
Signs of mastitis include: (Select all that apply.)
A. Unilateral breast pain
B. Red streaks
C. Fever
D. Malaise
E. Bilateral swelling
Teaching for mastitis should include:
Stop breastfeeding immediately
Continue emptying breasts by nursing or pumping
Apply cold compress only
Use tight bras continuously
What two medications are typically prescribed for mastitis?
Diuretics and NSAIDs
Antibiotics and Ibuprofen/Tylenol
Estrogen and progesterone
Antifungals and steroids
Which client is most at risk for pulmonary edema?
A. A client with anemia
B. A client on prolonged bed rest
C. A client with dehydration
D. A client with episiotomy
For a mother with prolonged rupture of membranes, what is the nursing priority?
Fluid restriction
Assess vital signs every 15 min × 1 hr, then every 30 min × 1 hr
Ambulate hourly
Delay antibiotic therapy
Nursing interventions for a postpartum UTI include: (Select all that apply.)
Perineal care
Frequent pad changes
Remove Foley ASAP
Apply ice packs to abdomen
Restrict fluids
When educating a breastfeeding mother, the nurse should emphasize:
Avoid alcohol, substance use, unsafe medications
Restrict calories to lose weight
Avoid water intake
Limit feedings to 3 times daily
Engorgement is described as:
Firm and unilateral breast
Bilateral, hard, tender breasts
Mild discomfort with nursing
One red streak
Nursing interventions for engorgement include: (Select all that apply.)
Warm compress
Well-fitted support bra
Frequent nursing
Ice packs only
Stop feeding on painful side
Mothers who breastfeed should increase:
Iron intake only
Fluids and ~500 extra calories per day
Sodium intake
Protein restriction
The key difference between postpartum blues and depression is:
A. Blues involve psychosis
B. Blues are short-term mood swings; depression involves persistent symptoms and possible harm thoughts
C. Depression resolves within a week
D. Blues occur months after delivery
Risk factors for postpartum depression include: (Select all that apply.)
A. History of mental illness
B. Lack of support system
C. Multiparity
D. Adequate rest
What should the nurse ask a client with suspected postpartum depression?
Do you feel tired?
Have you had thoughts of harming yourself or your baby?
Do you have visitors?
Are you eating enough?
Nursing intervention for postpartum psychosis:
Do not leave the mother alone
Supervise infant care
Encourage sleep deprivation
Avoid all visitors
Methylergonovine (Methergine) is contraindicated in clients with:
Asthma
Hypertension
Diabetes
Anemia
Carboprost is contraindicated in clients with:
Asthma and Hypertension
Seizure disorder
Hypothyroidism
GERD
The therapeutic intent of terbutaline is to:
Increase uterine contractions
Relax the uterus before replacement/repositioning
Promote lactation
Increase uterine tone
Streptokinase is classified as a:
Anticoagulant
Clot buster (thrombolytic)
Clot promoter
Vasodilator
Oxytocin’s therapeutic intent is to:
Relax the uterus
Promote uterine contraction and expel placental fragments
Decrease uterine tone
Promote lactation
Misoprostol’s therapeutic intent is to:
Prevent infection
Control postpartum hemorrhage
Relieve pain
Induce relaxation
Tranexamic acid (TXA) is used to:
Dissolve clots
Promote clotting and reduce bleeding
Lower blood pressure
Relax smooth muscle
Expected findings after PPH medications include: (Select all that apply.)
Decreased bleeding
Firm uterus
Hypertension
Fever
The purpose of RhoGAM is to:
Prevent Rh-negative mother from forming antibodies to Rh-positive blood
Treat anemia
Promote uterine involution
Reduce milk production
What should the client do before a uterine assessment?
Void to empty bladder
Take pain medication
Eat a meal
Perform Kegels
Diastasis recti refers to:
Separation of rectus abdominis muscles along midline
Perineal tearing
Uterine prolapse
Pelvic fracture
When the uterus is displaced laterally, the nurse should:
Massage the fundus vigorously
Have the client void and reassess
Call the provider immediately
Administer oxytocin
A postpartum client feels lightheaded upon standing. The nurse should: (Select all that apply.)
Encourage the client to rise slowly and sit if feeling dizzy.
Instruct the client to ignore the symptoms and continue standing.
Advise the client to increase fluid intake only when feeling lightheaded.
Tell the client to avoid moving for several hours after delivery.
Which of the following are appropriate nursing interventions for a postpartum client?
Monitor vital signs and bleeding
Assist client to bathroom for first voids
Allow client to ambulate alone
Restrict fluids
Which clients are at risk for respiratory complications postpartum?
Clients receiving oxytocin
Clients with multiple births
Clients on bedrest
Clients with preeclampsia
Clients with anemia only
The “Taking-in” phase occurs when?
During pregnancy
First 24–48 hours postpartum
One week after birth
After milk production starts
The “Taking-hold” phase is characterized by:
Transition between dependent and independent behaviors
Total dependence on nurses
Detachment from baby
Lack of confidence
The “Letting-go” phase represents:
Grieving process
Acceptance of the new maternal role
Rejection of infant
Emotional withdrawal
Research shows lesbian parents report:
More parental stress
Less parental stress than heterosexual couples
Equal stress levels
Higher anxiety
Involving fathers in prenatal care increases:
Anxiety levels
Postpartum involvement and bonding
Maternal stress
Paternal jealousy
Which nursing action promotes sibling adjustment to a new baby?
Ignore siblings to avoid jealousy
Include siblings in prenatal and hospital experiences
Have siblings stay with grandparents
Avoid discussing the baby
Siblings can adjust better if parents: (Select all that apply.)
Encourage them to feel baby move
Give a small gift from the baby
Read or play with them individually
Avoid talking about the infant
Keep them away from the hospital
Dysfunctional family adjustment may include:
Disinterest in learning
Feelings of inadequacy
Anxiety about infant care
Overconfidence
Calm acceptance
If a parent expresses feeling inadequate, the nurse should respond:
“Don’t worry, you’ll be fine.”
“Tell me more about what makes you feel that way.”
“You’re just tired.”
“Ignore those thoughts.”
Nursing considerations for NICU parents include: (Select all that apply.)
Encourage pumping
Support bonding
Include parents in infant care
Restrict visits
Avoid emotional discussion
The nurse should call the provider if postpartum bleeding is described as:
Small clots
Soaking a pad in 1 hour or less with clots larger than an egg
Spotting only
Rubra changing to serosa
Normal lochia progression is:
Rubra → Serosa → Alba
Serosa → Rubra → Alba
Alba → Serosa → Rubra
The nurse should instruct the client to notify the provider if:
Fever >100.4°F
Increasing pelvic/perineal pain
Foul-smelling lochia
Red, painful breast area
Lochia turns pink
Interventions for engorgement include: (Select all that apply.)
Warm compress
Supportive bra
Frequent feeding
Avoid pumping
Limit fluid intake
Signs of preeclampsia include: (Select all that apply.)
Vision changes
Persistent headache
Right upper quadrant pain
Low blood pressure
Tachycardia only
Postpartum mothers should be encouraged to sleep:
When the baby sleeps
Only at night
Whenever possible after chores
After 6 hours of wakefulness
Intercourse can safely resume when:
Bleeding stops
Perineum healed
Mother feels ready physically and emotionally
After 1 week
Lochia rubra is still present
When can light exercise resume postpartum?
After 6 months
Walking by 2 weeks, gradually increasing activity
Immediately after discharge
Not until 12 weeks
Regarding postpartum infection prevention, the nurse should instruct:
Complete the full course of medications
Complete the full course of medications
Stop meds once symptoms improve
Use tampons
“NFP” and “BBT” stand for:
Natural Family Planning; Basal Body Temperature
Normal Fetal Pressure; Body Balance Therapy
Natural Fertility Practice; Bacterial Blood Test
None
When using BBT, the temperature should be taken:
Before getting out of bed in the morning
Before going to bed
Randomly throughout the day
After exercise
Male condoms provide: (Select all that apply.)
STI protection
Pregnancy prevention
No hormonal effects
Single-use only
Compatibility with oil-based lubricants
The diaphragm requires:
Prescription and fitting
Daily use without removal
Over-the-counter access
No refitting after childbirth
IUDs are characterized by:
Can be placed before discharge
Can contain copper or progestin
Last 3–10 years depending on type
No STI protection
Causes infertility permanently
Which sterilization methods are considered permanent?
Vasectomy
Tubal ligation
Sterilization implant
Diaphragm
Cervical cap
What should the nurse do if the uterus is firm but there is continued trickling of blood?
A postpartum client's uterus remains boggy and deviated to the right. The nurse should:
Have the client void
Apply ice
Give an analgesic
Notify the provider immediately
What is the main cause of early postpartum hemorrhage?
Cervical lacerations
Retained placenta
Uterine atony
Uterine rupture
What finding suggests retained placental fragments?
Bleeding with clots
Subinvolution
Poor milk supply
High blood pressure
Tachycardia only
When examining expelled clots, the nurse should:
Inspect for tissue fragments
Discard immediately
Freeze for pathology
Flush
What is the most common cause of late postpartum hemorrhage?
Uterine rupture
Subinvolution
DIC
Preeclampsia
For bowel management after perineal laceration repair, the nurse should: (Select all that apply.)
Administer stool softeners
Teach perineal support (splinting)
Encourage straining
Avoid fluids
Restrict fiber
Which non-pharmacologic measures help with perineal discomfort? (Select all that apply.)
(a)
When a postpartum client is bleeding despite a firm uterus, the nurse should:
Inspect for cervical or vaginal laceration
Give oxytocin
Check for retained placenta
Which of the following is recommended for postpartum perineal care?
Ice packs
Witch hazel pads
Tight clothing
Heat lamps
For topical relief of perineal pain, which medication is typical?
Topical anesthetic spray or cream
Antibiotic ointment
Steroid cream
Aloe gel
Which of the following is not a cause of postpartum hemorrhage?
A. Infection
B. Tone
C. Trauma
D. Thrombin disorder
The “4 Ts” of postpartum hemorrhage are:
Tone, Tissue, Trauma, Thrombin
Tone, Tears, Toxins, Temperature
Time, Trauma, Thrombosis, Tissue
Thrombus, Tone, Tear, Toxemia
A client with endometritis reports foul-smelling lochia. The nurse should:
Apply cold compress
Notify provider and anticipate antibiotics
Continue perineal care only
Massage uterus
The nurse should ensure mothers with endometritis:
Stop breastfeeding
Continue pumping or nursing to prevent mastitis
Avoid fluid intake
Use constrictive bras
Which of the following signs indicate mastitis rather than engorgement?
A. Unilateral pain, fever, red streaks
B. Bilateral fullness
C. Symmetrical firmness
D. Leaking only
For clients with mastitis, education should include: (Select all that apply.)
Continue breastfeeding or pumping
Take antibiotics as prescribed
Avoid sudden weaning
What are appropriate medications for mastitis?
Antibiotics and NSAIDs
Antihistamines
Corticosteroids
Antivirals
Which condition involves abnormal widespread clotting and bleeding?
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
Endometritis
Preeclampsia
Mastitis
What is the first nursing intervention when DIC is suspected?
Notify provider and prepare for ICU transfer
Give diuretics
Start anticoagulants
Encourage fluids
Clients with a history of DVT should avoid:
Copper IUD
Hormonal contraception
Condoms
Diaphragm
Which intervention best prevents DVT in postpartum clients?
Early ambulation
Strict bed rest
Leg massage
Fluid restriction
