FREE CMA Postpartum Care & Newborn Assessment Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the most important assessment of uterine involution after delivery?

Accepted Answer

Palpating fundal height and tone

Answer

Assessing fetal heart rate

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Checking blood glucose

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Monitoring respiration rate

Question 2

Which newborn reflex causes the infant to turn their head toward a touch on the cheek?

Accepted Answer

Rooting reflex

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Startle reflex

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Grasp reflex

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Babinski reflex

Question 3

When should the first newborn bath typically be given?

Accepted Answer

After 24 hours

Answer

Immediately after birth

Answer

Within 2 hours

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Before the APGAR assessment

Question 4

Which of the following is a common sign of postpartum hemorrhage?

Accepted Answer

Boggy uterus and heavy bleeding

Answer

Elevated blood pressure

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Dry skin

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Rapid weight loss

Question 5

Which newborn screening is required shortly after birth in many states?

Accepted Answer

Metabolic screening

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Vision test

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Hearing test

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MRI scan

Question 6

Why is skin-to-skin contact encouraged immediately after birth?

Accepted Answer

To promote bonding and regulate vital signs

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To monitor baby's growth

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To prepare for discharge

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To stimulate bowel movements