ANSWERS
CASE I
Question 1:
1. High HCG causing decrease in motility.
Question 2:
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Eat dry crackers or toast before getting up from bed.
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Eat a small frequent meals, avoid odorous, fats and spicy foods.
CASE II
Question 1:
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Apply ice to the perineum.
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Take a cold sitz bath during the first 24 hours.
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Take a lukewarm sitz baths after the first 24 hours.
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Keep the buttock tightened when she sits down.
CASE III
Question 1:
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Abruptio placenta.
CASE IV
Question 1:
1. At least every 2-3 hours.
CASE V
Question 1:
1. Apply warm moist compress to affected breast to reduce inflammationa and edema.
2. Wear a proper fitting bra for good support.
3. Pump breast for the meantime to keep the breast empty of milk and to ensure adequate milk supply.
4. Resume breast-feeding after the infection is treated (Must take the full course of antibiotic as ordered).