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Which risk factor for preterm birth is associated with overdistention of the uterus?
Which risk factor for preterm birth is associated with overdistention of the uterus?
- Obesity
- Infection
- Multifetal pregnancy (correct)
- History of medical conditions
What is a common symptom of preterm labor that may be accompanied by diarrhea?
What is a common symptom of preterm labor that may be accompanied by diarrhea?
- Pelvic pressure
- Presence of fetal fibronectin in cervical canal
- Low back pain (correct)
- Change in character of discharge
Which intervention focuses on delaying delivery in preterm labor?
Which intervention focuses on delaying delivery in preterm labor?
- Monitoring for uterine contractions
- Medical management to stop labor (correct)
- Presence of fetal fibronectin test
- Abdominal cramping assessment
What can decrease oxygen supply to the uterus and is a risk factor for preterm birth?
What can decrease oxygen supply to the uterus and is a risk factor for preterm birth?
Which factor stimulates cervical ripening, contractions, and weakening, leading to ROM?
Which factor stimulates cervical ripening, contractions, and weakening, leading to ROM?
What is the primary purpose of administering antenatal steroids?
What is the primary purpose of administering antenatal steroids?
Which tocolytic drug is associated with side effects like tachycardia, hyperglycemia, and tremors in the mother?
Which tocolytic drug is associated with side effects like tachycardia, hyperglycemia, and tremors in the mother?
What is the main role of 17-alpha-hydroxyprogesterone-carproate in preterm labor management?
What is the main role of 17-alpha-hydroxyprogesterone-carproate in preterm labor management?
What is the function of Betamethasone (celeston) in preterm labor management?
What is the function of Betamethasone (celeston) in preterm labor management?
Why is antibiotic therapy not used to prolong gestation in women with preterm labor and intact membranes?
Why is antibiotic therapy not used to prolong gestation in women with preterm labor and intact membranes?
