Ati Maternal Newborn Proctored Final Exam 2019 - Study Guide

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Ati Maternal Newborn Proctored Final Exam 2019 Study Guide Postpartum Adaption and Nursing Assessment - KNOW! - During the puerperium, or postpartum period, the woman readjusts, physically and psy... chologically, from pregnancy and birth. The period begins immediately after birth and continues for approx. 6 weeks, or until the body has returned to a near pre-pregnant state. - It is divided into three phases: o Immediate Postpartum: the 24-hour period immediately following delivery. Most important a lot of complications can happen. Watch for hemorrhage and uterine atony. o Early Postpartum or puerperium: up to 7 days. o Remote postpartum or puerperium: up [Show More]

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