Define Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Psychosis.

Provide contrasting
characteristics of each condition.
Postpartum Depression occurs within 6 months of delivery. Feelings of guilt
and inadequacies, lack of appetite, intense mood swings are some
characteristics of the condition.
Postpartum Physcosis develops within 2/3 weeks of postpartum period.
Associated with moms that have a history of depression and bipolar
disease. Characteristics include paranonia and pronounced sadness.
A client in preterm labor has been prescribed nifedipine (Procardia). Why is this
medication prescribed for preterm labor and what nursing considerations/client
education should be provided? (Review Pharmacology Module)
Used to prevent pre term labor for uterine smooth muscle relaxationD
Do not use if > 34 weeks, pts with severe preeclampsia, vaginal bleeding
What are the indications for prescribing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for
a menopausal client? (Review Pharmacology Module)
Indications for hormone therapy can be symptomatic or preventive. However,
the application of HT to prevent sequelae of menopause is controversial,
although some consensus has been reached regarding the use of HT to relieve
symptoms.
The following are common clinical indications for prescribing HT:
To relieve vasomotor symptoms
To improve urogenital symptoms (long-term therapy is required)
To prevent osteoporosis
A pregnant client is having a nonstress test completed. Describe what a
nonstress test (NST) is and what it measures.
Evaluation of fetal well being in 3 trimester. Monitors FHR nd movement.
A nurse is assisting with an amnioinfusion. What are nursing responsibilities
during this procedure?
Procedure/Action

Connect IV solution bag to IV tubing

Flush tubing

Explain procedure to patient

Assist health care provider with IUPC insertion.

Prior to insertion, zero IUPC to atmospheric pressure.

After IUPC insertion, assess uterine resting tone with patient on her left
side, right side, and back. Record findings.

Attach IV tubing to AMNIO port on IUPC. Luer lock should be used if

possible.

Bolus with 250-600 ml of ordered fluid. (250 ml will create a 6 cm