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Define pre-eclampsia and list its two main symptoms.
Define pre-eclampsia and list its two main symptoms.
Pre-eclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure and the presence of protein in the urine.
What is the difference between marginal, partial, and total implantation of the placenta?
What is the difference between marginal, partial, and total implantation of the placenta?
Marginal implantation is when the placenta is at the side and does not cover the cervix, partial implantation covers 50% of the cervix, and total implantation covers the entire cervix.
What is eclampsia and how is it related to pre-eclampsia?
What is eclampsia and how is it related to pre-eclampsia?
Eclampsia is a serious complication of pre-eclampsia that causes seizures during pregnancy.
What are the risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension (PIH)?
What are the risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension (PIH)?
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Describe Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and its impact during pregnancy.
Describe Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and its impact during pregnancy.
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What is Abruptio Placenta and how is it classified based on severity?
What is Abruptio Placenta and how is it classified based on severity?
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What are the classic signs and symptoms of Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension?
What are the classic signs and symptoms of Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension?
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What is Mitral Valve Prolapse and what does it cause?
What is Mitral Valve Prolapse and what does it cause?
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What is the function of Beta blockers in treating heart conditions?
What is the function of Beta blockers in treating heart conditions?
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How do Thiazide Diuretics help in medical treatment?
How do Thiazide Diuretics help in medical treatment?
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What is the role of Ace Inhibitors in managing health conditions?
What is the role of Ace Inhibitors in managing health conditions?
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What is Sickle Cell Anemia and what symptoms does it cause?
What is Sickle Cell Anemia and what symptoms does it cause?
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What is Thalassemia?
What is Thalassemia?
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Define Hemoglobin.
Define Hemoglobin.
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How is Toxoplasmosis transmitted?
How is Toxoplasmosis transmitted?
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What is HYPERTONIC Labor dysfunction?
What is HYPERTONIC Labor dysfunction?
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What is TORCH INFECTION?
What is TORCH INFECTION?
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What is Precipitate birth?
What is Precipitate birth?
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What is the acronym for premature rupture of membranes?
What is the acronym for premature rupture of membranes?
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What is the term used for a tear in the uterine wall?
What is the term used for a tear in the uterine wall?
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What is the drug of choice for tocolytic therapy?
What is the drug of choice for tocolytic therapy?
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What is the main risk associated with preterm labor?
What is the main risk associated with preterm labor?
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What is the condition when the uterus turns inside out after infant birth?
What is the condition when the uterus turns inside out after infant birth?
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What is the major risk of postpartum hemorrhage?
What is the major risk of postpartum hemorrhage?
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What are the three stages of pregnancy based on trimesters?
What are the three stages of pregnancy based on trimesters?
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What are the danger signs of pregnancy that should be monitored?
What are the danger signs of pregnancy that should be monitored?
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What are the signs of Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) that pregnant women should watch out for?
What are the signs of Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) that pregnant women should watch out for?
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What are the self-care needs recommended for promoting fetal and maternal well-being during pregnancy?
What are the self-care needs recommended for promoting fetal and maternal well-being during pregnancy?
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What are the guidelines for exercise during pregnancy?
What are the guidelines for exercise during pregnancy?
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What are the recommendations for sleep positioning during pregnancy?
What are the recommendations for sleep positioning during pregnancy?
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