Which professional is listed as performing postpartum examination?

• A. CNA
• B. CNS
• C. Certified midwife
• D. RN

Answer: (C)

Postpartum examination is a focused obstetric assessment that falls under the scope of professional who provides maternity care, including evaluation of the uterus, lochia, perineum, vitals, and emotional well-being after delivery. A certified midwife is trained to perform this comprehensive postpartum evaluation as part of routine obstetric care, including recognizing normal recovery and identifying potential complications, and providing guidance for self-care and breastfeeding.

A CNA provides basic daily care and cannot perform the clinical postpartum exam; a CNS is typically involved in advanced practice or consultation rather than conducting the standard postpartum examination; an RN can perform nursing assessments, but the structured postpartum examination described is the specialized responsibility attributed to the certified midwife.