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What is the definition of antepartum hemorrhage (APH)?
What is the definition of antepartum hemorrhage (APH)?
What is the incidence of antepartum hemorrhage (APH) attributable to placental abruption?
What is the incidence of antepartum hemorrhage (APH) attributable to placental abruption?
Which of the following is a placental cause of antepartum hemorrhage?
Which of the following is a placental cause of antepartum hemorrhage?
What is the blood loss range for minor hemorrhage in antepartum hemorrhage?
What is the blood loss range for minor hemorrhage in antepartum hemorrhage?
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What is the initial assessment when a pregnant woman presents with bleeding after 24 weeks’ gestation?
What is the initial assessment when a pregnant woman presents with bleeding after 24 weeks’ gestation?
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Antepartum Hemorrhage (APH)
- Antepartum hemorrhage (APH) is defined as bleeding from the birth canal after 24 weeks of gestation, but before the birth of the baby.
Incidence of APH
- The incidence of antepartum hemorrhage (APH) attributable to placental abruption is approximately 30% to 40%.
Placental Causes of APH
- Placental abruption is a placental cause of antepartum hemorrhage.
Blood Loss in APH
- Minor hemorrhage in antepartum hemorrhage is characterized by a blood loss range of 50-1000 mL.
Initial Assessment
- When a pregnant woman presents with bleeding after 24 weeks' gestation, the initial assessment involves a thorough maternal and fetal evaluation, including a detailed medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests.
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Test your knowledge of antepartum hemorrhage with this quiz. Explore the causes, symptoms, and management of bleeding during the second half of pregnancy.