Episiotomy – Evaluation of Healing Nursing Mnemonic (REEDA)
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Outline
REEDA
- R-Redness
- E-Edema
- E-Ecchymosis
- D-Discharge, Drainage
- A-Approximation
Description
Redness with pain, excess edema, ecchymosis (bruising), or discharge/drainage from the wound can all be signs of problems with healing after an episiotomy. Wound edges should be well approximated. Topical ointments and ice packs may be indicated if there is pain or excess swelling, or other signs of infection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of an episiotomy?
In an episiotomy, a surgical incision is made between the vaginal opening and the anus to increase the opening during childbirth.
DRN 301, Week 3
Concepts Covered:
- Fetal Development
- Terminology
- Pregnancy Risks
- Newborn Care
- Labor Complications
- Prenatal Concepts
- Postpartum Complications
- Labor and Delivery
- Newborn Complications
- Medication Administration
- Studying
Study Plan Lessons
Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) Lab Values
Antepartum Testing
Babies by Term
Butorphanol (Stadol) Nursing Considerations
Chorioamnionitis
Discomforts of Pregnancy
Dystocia
Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic Pregnancy Case Study (30 min)
Epidural
Episiotomy – Evaluation of Healing Nursing Mnemonic (REEDA)
Fetal Development
Fetal Circulation
Fetal Heart Monitoring (FHM)
Fetal Heart Monitoring Like A Pro – Live Tutoring Archive
Fetal Heart Monitoring Like A Pro 2 – Live Tutoring Archive
Fundal Height Assessment for Nurses
Gravidity and Parity (G&Ps, GTPAL)
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Incompetent Cervix
Infections in Pregnancy
Labor Progression Case Study (45 min)
Maternal Risk Factors
Mechanisms of Labor
Meconium Aspiration
Opioid Analgesics in Pregnancy
Possible Infections During Pregnancy Nursing Mnemonic (TORCH)
Preeclampsia, Eclampsia, and HELLP Syndrome for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Premature Rupture of the Membranes (PROM)
Preterm Labor
Process of Labor
Process of Labor – Mom Nursing Mnemonic (4 P’s)
Process of Labor – Baby Nursing Mnemonic (ALPPPS)
Process of Labor – Live Tutoring Archive
Process of Labor 2 – Live Tutoring Archive
Prolapsed Umbilical Cord
Stages of Fetal Development Nursing Mnemonic (Proficiently Expanding Fetus)
VEAL CHOP Nursing Mnemonic (Fetal Accelerations and Decelerations) (VEAL CHOP)