Postpartum Flashcards by Hayley Cahill

Q

Engorgement interventions for non-lactating patients (4)

A

Avoid nipple stimulation
Cold compress
Pain meds
Supportive bra

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Engorgement interventions for lactating patients (6)

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Manually express milk to facilitate latch
Frequent feedings/pumpings
Warm shower
Breast massage
Supportive bra
Maternal meds right after to avoid crossover to breast milk

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Rubra lochia

A

Bright red
Small clots
Lasts 1-3 days

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Serosa lochia

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Brownish red to pink
Lasts from day 4 - day 10

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Alba lochia

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Yellowish, white, creamy color
Lasts from day 11 and beyond 6 weeks

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REEDA

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Redness
Edema
Ecchymosis
Drainage
Approximation

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Perineum assessment

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REEDA

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