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    The 12 point postpartum assessment involves evaluating the client's: 1) vital signs, 2) breasts, 3) abdomen, 4) fundal height and position, 5) lochia, 6) perineum and rectum, 7) elimination, 8) Homan's sign, 9) nutritional status, 10) rest/sleep, 11) emotional status, and 12) interaction with the infant. The assessment is done to monitor the client's physical and emotional recovery following delivery.

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    The 12 point postpartum assessment involves evaluating the client's: 1) vital signs, 2) breasts, 3) abdomen, 4) fundal height and position, 5) lochia, 6) perineum and rectum, 7) elimination, 8) Homan's sign, 9) nutritional status, 10) rest/sleep, 11) emotional status, and 12) interaction with the infant. The assessment is done to monitor the client's physical and emotional recovery following delivery.

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    The 12 point postpartum assessment involves evaluating the client's: 1) vital signs, 2) breasts, 3) abdomen, 4) fundal height and position, 5) lochia, 6) perineum and rectum, 7) elimination, 8) Homan's sign, 9) nutritional status, 10) rest/sleep, 11) emotional status, and 12) interaction with the infant. The assessment is done to monitor the client's physical and emotional recovery following delivery.

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    How to do a 12 point postpartum assessment

    Wash your hands


    Have client empty her bladder
    Have client lie on back, the head of the bed may be up (Semi-Fowler) except when doing fundal check
    Assure privacy and explain procedure

    1. Vital signs – report abnormal findings to the nurse.

    2. Breast exam – Manually feel firmness of breast tissue and assess condition of the nipples. Chart nipples
    as to erectness, intactness, soreness, redness, inversion.

    3. Abdomen - Listen for bowel sounds particularly in C-section clients. Chart as active, hypoactive or
    hyperactive. Palpate for firmness and visually assess for distention. Chart as distended or non-distended,
    soft or firm. On C/S client, assess dressing (if in place) for dryness, drainage, and intactness. Incision that is not
    covered is assessed for intactness, drainage and healing.

    4. Fundal check – The client needs to be flat in bed. Her head may be on a pillow. If the procedure is
    uncomfortable, the client may flex her legs. With one hand on the lower abdomen for support, assess
    the height and position of the fundus in relation to the umbilicus. Chart as even or as finger breadth above or
    below the umbilicus and position as midline or to the right or left. Chart firmness. Be sure you know the correct
    fundal check technique being done.

    5. Lochia – Inspect peri pad for color, amount and odor of lochia. Note the presence and size of any clots. Chart
    rubra, serosa or alba, and amount as scant, small, moderate or heavy.

    6. Perineum and rectum – If vaginal delivery, assess episiotomy for intactness, swelling, bruising or hematoma. If
    no episiotomy but a vaginal delivery, still assess for pain, swelling, hematoma, bruising or possible lacerations.
    Check rectum visually for hemorrhoids, swelling, intactness and chart appropriately. Best position for this is
    lateral position with upper leg flexed forward.

    7. Elimination – Voiding: Question the client about difficulties such as frequency, burning, or feeling of fullness
    after voiding. If measuring urine, record the amount and color (Record at least the first three voidings after
    delivery, whether vaginal or C/S client.
    Bowel: Ask mother if she has had a bowel movement since delivery. Chart BM or absence of BM, noting
    constipation or diarrhea in nurses notes. Note any teaching done.

    8. Homan’s Sign – With leg extended and knee slightly flexed, dorsiflex the client’s foot and inquire as to pain in
    the calf. Perform on both legs. Chart as positive or negative (Note: All facilities do not require this)

    9. Nutritional Status – Type of diet, amount eaten, fluid intake assessed. Chart in notes.

    10. Rest/Sleep – Inquire about and observe. Chart in notes.

    11. Emotional Status – Affect, unusual behavior. Chart objectively. Note family support and any nonverbal cues.

    12. Interaction with infant – Objective, observational reporting. Explain what you observe.

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