Postpartum hemorrhage — Flashcards

A thin endometrial stripe suggests a(n) _____ uterine cavity

How can breastfeeding lead to vaginal atrophy? _____

Post partum hemorrhage and absent uterus is suggestive of _____

Hint: diagnosis

What is a contraindication to methylergonovine? _____

Treatment of postpartum urinary retention causing overflow incontinence is _____

How do you treat life-threatening uterine hemorrhage? Place _____ IVs Administer IV _____ to stabilize blood pressure Adminster IV _____ to shut off uterine bleeding Type and cross the patient If hemoglobin falls below _____, administer transfusions

What is the most likely diagnosis and a postpartum patient who develops shock with minimal bleeding, a palpable uterus, and a purple vaginal mass? _____

_____ days postpartum, patients may experience lochia serosa, which is characterized by serosanguineous or brown discharge

What is the recommended treatment for a breastfeeding woman with a suspected breast abscess? _____

Uterus fundus located at level of _____ = no uterine atony