Author Question: Which of the following descriptions of postpartum restoration or healing times is accurate? 1. ... (Read 38 times)

fbq8i · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following descriptions of postpartum restoration or healing times is accurate?

1. The cervix shortens, becomes firm, and returns to form within a month postpar-tum.
2. The vagina gradually returns to prepregnancy size by 6 to 10 weeks after child-birth.
3. Most episiotomies heal within a week.
4. Hemorrhoids usually decrease in size within 2 weeks of childbirth.

Question 2

Which of the following immunizations would you anticipate administering to a 15-month old at a health maintenance visit?

A) Hib
B) MMR
C) Tine test
D) Oral polio

nothere · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
1. Incorrect. The cervix regains its form within days; the cervical os may take longer.
2. Correct. Lubrication may take longer.
3. Incorrect. Most episiotomies take 2 to 3 weeks to heal.
4. Incorrect. Hemorrhoids can take 6 weeks to decrease in size.

Answer to Question 2

B