This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Puerperium is the period : 
Select and explain. 
A. 6 weeks following delivery, B. 3 weeks following delivery, C. One week following delivery, D. None of the above
A: 6 weeks following delivery
Answer: A: 6 weeks following delivery 
Explanation: 6 weeks following delivery