Week 8: PP Care & Newborn Nutrition Flashcards

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Benefits of Breastfeeding: Infant

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-reduced mortality
-maturation of GI trct and Immune system
-decreased risk of gastroenteritis, celiac disease, crohn’s disease, necrotizing entercolitis (premie), obesity, dental malocclusions
- protects from otitis media, respiratory illness, bacteremia, bacterial meningitis, lymphoma, T1 + T2 DM
lower incidence of allergies
- less likely for SIDS
- enhanced cognitive development
-pain relief during painful procedure

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Benefits of Breastfeeding: Mother

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  • dec. PP bleeding, rapid uterine involution
    -dec. ovarian cancer, beast cancer, rheutamoid arthiritis, HTN, hypercholestermia, cardiovasvular disease, T2 DM
  • rapid PP weightloss
  • delayed return of menses
    -bonding experience
    inc maternal role attainment
    -protection from mood disorders when breastfeeding difficulties are addressed
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Describe the Physiology of Lactation

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1: baby’s hunger triggers hypothalumus, sends signal to posterior pituitary, PP releases oxytocin, muscles contract and squeeze milk
2: suckling stimulates nerves in breast, nerve impulse sent to hypothalamus, PP releases oxytocin, muscles contract and squeeze out milk

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The 5 Breastfeeding Positions

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laidback, football, cross-cradle, cradling, side-lying

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Descriptors of a correct latch-on position

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  • firm tugging but no pinching/pain
  • cheeks are rounded not dimpled
  • jaw glides smoothly w/ sucking
    -swallowing is audible “ca”
  • baby cannot be easily removed from breast
  • nipple is not distorted when baby releases it
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6
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How to break suction during breastfeeding

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insert finger into the side of the baby’s mouth, keep it there until nipple fully released

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7
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Baby is fed based on ________

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demand

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8
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Ideal time to begin brestfeeding

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within the first hour of breastfeeding when newborn is in a quiet and alert state

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Cultural considerations for breastfeeding

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some cultures do not give colostrum and only feed when the milk comes in

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10
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What causes sore nipples?

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poor latch & ineffective suck

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What reccomendations can the nurse give for sore nipples?

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-break suction properly, reposition
- rub breastmilk on nipple after feed
- encourage air drying after a feed
- change nursing bads
- avoud tight bras

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12
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What causes engorgement of breasts?

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occurs 2-6 days PP, when milk production is increased

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What does breast engorgement feel/look like?

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hard breasts, throbbing, flattening of nipples

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What can nurses recommend for engorgement?

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feed frequently
soften breasts with warm compress, shower, hand expression

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15
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what causes plugged ducts?

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engorgement

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16
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what do plugged ducts feel like?

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sore tender lumps

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17
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What can nurses recommend for plugged ducts?

A

massage lump before/during feeding
feed on unaffected side first
ensure complete emptying

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18
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What are the symptoms of mastitis?

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fever
tachy
chills
malaise
headache
enlarged axillary nodes

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19
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when does mastitis typically occur?

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2-3 weeks PP

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20
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What can help with mastitis?

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breastfeed 2-3 hours exlcusively
warm compress + massage breasts
antibiotics + antipyuretics

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21
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What is parental-infant attachment affectde by?

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support
parental expectations
newborn behaviours
competing demands
family dynamics
emotional/mental health

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22
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How can nurses assess attachment behaviors?

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-do Ps reach out for baby + call by name
-identification, who it looks like, what makes it special
- change positions w/ ease
- stimulation: do they talk to baby? look at baby?
- comfortability in caring for baby
-concern/disgust changing diapers
- what ways do they show affection?
- comforting techniques used

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23
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What factors influence people to bottle feed?

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  • lack of support for breastfeeding
  • multiple births
  • difficulty establishing brestfeeding (physiological, unadddressed)
  • lack of interest / discomfort
  • maternal medication use / illness
  • myths
  • cultural factors
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24
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Effects of overdilution of formula?

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inadequate nutrients & calories

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25
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Effects of under-dilution?

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hypernatremia- strains kidneys

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26
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temperature of bottle-feeds?

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room-temp, warm

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27
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What supplement is not needed for baby’s being bottle-fed for the first 6 mo?

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Vitamin D

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28
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What things should not be given to bottle-fed baby?

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honey
corn-syrup
alternate milk sources

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29
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Can formula be micorwaved?

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No

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30
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can you feed baby with remainder of formula in a bottle at a later time?

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no, saliva is mixed in now

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31
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How are bottles cleaned?

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hoat + soapy water

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32
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Bottle Feeding Considerations

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  • Cost (is formula diluted d/t costs)
  • sterilization (clean water, time, storage?)
  • comprehension of formula prep (following instructions)
  • comprehension of feeding techniques (holding bottle, minimal air in nipple)
  • misconceptions (cannot work + breastfeed)
  • cultural (modern practice, partner has no input if baby is breastfed)
  • Nurse: support, nonjudgmental care, respect their decision
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33
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What is the BUBBLLEE acoronym for ongoing PP physical assessment?

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B: breasts firmness + nipple
U: uterine fundus (location, consistency)
B: bladder function (amt, frequency)
B: bowel function (gas, bowel movements)
L: lochia (amt and colour)
L: legs (peripheral edema)
E; Epistomy/Laceration/C-section (discomfort, condition)
E: emotional status (mood, fatigue)

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PA: Expected Findings of Uterus

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loose floppy skin - abdomen
uterus firm, contracting (not boggy) [AE: retained placental fragments]
midline of abdomen [AE: full bladder-can’t contract]
afterpains resolve in 3-7 days

35
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PA: Abnormal Findings of Uterus

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uterine atony–> PP hemorrhage
distended abdomen
hypoactive bowel sounds
red, tender, dehiscing incision

36
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When does involution begin?

A

immediately after delivery

37
Q

How long does it take for uterus to return to normal position?

A

6 weeks

38
Q

How long does it take for palcental site to heal?

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6 weeks

39
Q

When does cervix close?

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4 weeks

40
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When does abdomina tone return to pre-pregnant state?

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6 weeks

41
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Abdomen Inspection:

A

distention
incision line infection
dehiscing

42
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Abdomen Auscultation:

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all 4 bowels checked for sounds

43
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Abdomen Palpation:

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uterine descent in relation to umbicillis
firmness
midline position

44
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Abdomen Percussion:

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drum like, suggests gas

45
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PA: Vagina Expected Findings

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  • return to normal 6-8 weeks
    -changes in rugae
    -dryness until ovulation
  • edema
  • clean incision/tear
    -hemmoroids
46
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PA: Vagina Abnormal Findings

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redness
drainage
skin not approximated
hematoma
tenderness
echymosis (bruises)

47
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Health Education for Vagina Care

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  • ice pack for first 24 hrs (20 mins on, 2o mins off), warm bath
  • witch hazel pads
    -hydration
    -stool softners
  • assess pain, discomfort
48
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PA: Bleeding Expeceted Findings

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  • should not smell foul
    1: Lochia Rubra (3-4 days)
    bright red / rust, some decidual debris
    2: lochia serosa (2-4 w)
    pink/brown, old blood/serum/leukocytes/debris
    3: Lochia Alba (4-6w)
    whitish/yellow, mucus/serum/leukocytes, epthelial cells , bacteria
49
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PA: Signs of PPH

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soaking pads 1-2 hrs
clots> golf ball
SOB
lightheadedness
chest pain, palpitation

50
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What amount of blood loss indicated PPH?

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  • 500mL < (vaginal birth)
  • 1000 mL < (c-section)
51
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Causes/Risk Factor of PPH

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Uterine Atony
Tissue
Trauma
Thrombin

52
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What causes uterine atony?

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  • overdistended uterien (large fetus, multiple fetus, hydramnios, clots)
    -anesthesia, analgesia
  • hx
  • high parity
  • prolonged labor, oxytocin induced
  • magnesium sulphate
  • chorioamnionitis
    -uterine subinvolution
    obesity
53
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How can tissue cause PPH?

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retained placental fragments
placenta accreta, increta, percata
placental abruption
placenta previa

54
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How can trauma cause PPH?

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lacerations of birth canal
forcep/vaccum assited birth
c-section
ruptured uterus
inversion of uterus
manuak removal of retained placenta

55
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How can thrombin cause PPH?

A

coagulation disorder

56
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How is Primary PPH classifed?

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within 24 hours of birth
- uterine atony
- gental laceration
- retained products of conception
- placenta accreta/incerta
-uterune rupture
- uterine inversion
- DIC

57
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How is Secondary PPH classifed?

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more than 24 hrs after birth BUT less than 12 weeks
- subinvolution of uterus
-retained products of conception
- infection
- DIC

58
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NC: PPH, Goal of Care

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management of hypovolemic shock, restore circulating blood volume, elimnate cause of hemorrhage

59
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NC: PPH, interventions

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2 Venous access w/ catheter
- fluid recuscitation
- adminsiter crystalloids (lactated ringer+ saline)
- colloids (albumin)
- blood + blodo components
packed RBC (if actively bleeding w/ no improvement)
infusion of fresh frozen plasma if clotting factors + plts are below normal

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NC: PPH, Nursing Assessment

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Plapate pulses, BP, O2
skin: colour, temp, turgor
LOC
heart sounds/murmurs
breath sounds
anxiety, disorientation, apprehension, restlessness
Urinary output
Bleeding

61
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NC: PPH, Nursing Interventions

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CBC
IV -tocolytics
medications to relax uterus- uterotonics
medications to contract uterus

62
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PA: Bladder & Bowels Expected Findings Post Deilvery

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  • voiding occurs within first 6 hours
  • attempt to empty bladder after 2 hrs
  • potential for bladder distension d/t normal post-partum diuresis
  • epidural: urinary retention potential
  • good bowel sounds, pass gas
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Nursing Considerations: Bladder & Bowels

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  • enourage voiding, assess ability to void, regular voiding (360cc/12hrs)
  • encourage pat dry front to back
  • encourage kegel/pelvic muscle exercise
  • encourage ambulation
  • encourage adequate fluid/food intake
  • stool softners may be needed
64
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Signs of Poor Maternal Emotional Status

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  • can’t discuss labour/birth experience
  • feels ugly/useless
  • preoccupied with body image
  • depressed
  • lacks support system
  • partner/family reacts negatively to baby
    -refuses to interact/care for baby
  • disappointment over baby’s sex
  • sees baby as messy/unattractive
  • baby reminds them of people they don’t like
    -difficulty sleeping
  • loss of appetite
65
Q

What are things the nurse should promote as a part of PP care?

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1:rest (pp fatigue
2:ambulation (orthostatic hypotension, prevent falls, prevent venous thromboembolism)
3:exercise
4:nfection (precuations, perineal care, HH)
5: comfort (non-pharmacolgical + pharmacological interventions)
6: nutrition (1800-2200 calories, 350-400 + for lactating women)
7: normal bladder + bowel function
8: breastfeeding (skin-skin)
9: rubella vaccination (if pt not immune)
10: Rh isoimmunization: within 72hrs after birth

66
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How long after delivery should a maternal identity be established?

A

4 months

67
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What are S/S of Postpartum Blues

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mood swings
crying spells
feeling low
fatigue
frustration
anxiety
emotional
confused
muddled thinking

68
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When & Why do Pastpartum Blues occur?

A

1-5 days PP, resolves in 2 weeks
Due to hormonal changes, stress, role transition, challenges with breastfeeding

69
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How can nurses care for patients with PP Blues?

A

validation
reassurance
education

70
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Affects of Perinatal Mood Disorders?

A

stress for pateient
disrupts famiyl life
affects couple relationship
parental infant attachment
quality of parenting
social, mental, behavioural development of kids

71
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Who is at higher risk of developing PPD?

A

indigenous
Black
Adolescents

72
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What is Perinatal Depression?

A

intense sadness, severe moodswings > 2 weeks
irritability
detachment towards baby
guilt, shame, stigma
reluctant to discuss feelings
obsessive thoughts about harming infant
reluctant to seek help
loneliness, lack of emotional support

73
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What SSRIs can be given for Perinatal depression?

A

sertraline
citalopram
escotalopram

74
Q

What is Postpartum Psychosis?

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rare
elevated energy levels, cognition, mood (mania)
depression (hallucinations, delusions, self harm, infant harm)

75
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Patient Teaching: Perinatal Mood Disorders

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relax for 15 mins a day (meditation, hot bath)
good diet
exercise (30 mins a day)
sleep as much as possible
get out of the house
don’t overcommit
ask for help
support group
talk to people

76
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PMD Screening & Score

A

EDPH (edinburg post-natal depression scale)
PDSS (postpartum depression screening scale)

scores higher than 10/30 = possible depression, need assessment

77
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What is Perinatal Loss & Grief

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feelings related to maternal death, neonatal/fetal death, child with complex condition

78
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Grief Response: Phase 1

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Shock and Numbness

  • unreality, loss of innocence, powerless, disbelief, denial
  • devastation, depression, intense outburst, can’t concentrate or make decisions
79
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Grief Response: Phase 2

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searching & yearning

  • lonliness, empty, yearning
    -guilt
  • anger, resentment, bitterness, irritability
80
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Grief Response: Phase 3

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disorientation

  • deep sadness, depression
  • insomnia, social withdrawal, lack of energy
81
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Grief Response: Phase 4

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Re-orginization + Resolution

  • self-esteem + confidence
    -can cope with challenges
  • placed loss in perspective