What is the name of the vaginal discharge that occurs immediately following delivery?
a. Lochia serosa
b. Lochia rubra
c. Lochia palatine
d. Lochia alba
ANS: B
The vaginal discharge that occurs immediately following discharge is known as lochia rubra and is made up mostly of blood. As the placenta heals, the draining turns pink to dark brown in color and is known as lochia serosa. After about 7 days, the discharge turns slight yellow to white and is called lochia alba.
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