Group B Strep (GBS) Infections and Pregnancy

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What is the primary reason for screening patients for Group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonization?

To prevent sepsis in the mother

To prevent infections in the neonate (correct)

To induce labor

To promote a healthy pregnancy

What is the time frame for starting antibiotics in labor for GBS positive patients?

After birth

At least 4 hours before birth (correct)

At least 2 hours before birth

At the onset of labor

What does the 'Passenger' refer to in the Five Ps of Labor?

Maternal bony pelvis and soft tissues

Maternal state of mind

Uterine contractions and pushing efforts

Fetal factors (correct)

What is the definition of a precipitous labor?

A labor that lasts 3 hours or less Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for abnormal labor with excessively fast or slow progression?

Abnormal labor Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of uterine contractions in hypotonic uterine dysfunction?

They are too weak and uncoordinated Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of hypotonic uterine dysfunction?

Polyhydramnios, acephemas, or mihole pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'laboring down' in the second stage of labor?

To facilitate fetal descent Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment option for hypotonic uterine dysfunction?

Rest, anotomy, or Pitocin administration Signup and view all the answers

What is the common consequence of ineffective pushing by the patient?

Prolonged labor Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of anxiety on labor progress and fetal outcomes?

It has a negative impact Signup and view all the answers

Which position can shorten the first stage of labor by 90 minutes?

Upright positions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an episiotomy?

To prevent perineal tears Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of an episiotomy?

Infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of upright positions in labor?

It shortens the first stage of labor Signup and view all the answers

What is a major complication of cesarean birth for the newborn?

Respiratory distress Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of uterine incision that makes it safest to attempt a vaginal birth after cesarean?

Low transverse incision Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition that may require a planned cesarean birth?

Placenta previa Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication of cesarean birth for the patient?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may an elective cesarean birth be performed?

At the request of the patient Signup and view all the answers

What can a smaller-than-normal maternal pelvis lead to?

Dystocia Signup and view all the answers

What can cause soft tissue dystocia?

A full bladder or bowel Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common fetal malpresentation?

Occiput posterior Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of births involve breech presentation?

3% Signup and view all the answers

What can scar tissue on the cervix lead to?

Studystocia Signup and view all the answers

What can pushing before the cervix is fully dilated lead to?

Swelling Signup and view all the answers