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What is the definition of preterm birth?
What is the definition of preterm birth?
- Birth at exactly 37 weeks of gestation
- Birth before the end of the 36th week of gestation (correct)
- Birth after the 40th week of gestation
- Birth between 37 and 40 weeks of gestation
What is the purpose of tocolytic agents in preterm labor?
What is the purpose of tocolytic agents in preterm labor?
- To inhibit contractions (correct)
- To induce contractions
- To prevent PROM
- To accelerate fetal lung maturation
Which of the following is NOT a factor predisposing to preterm labor and birth?
Which of the following is NOT a factor predisposing to preterm labor and birth?
- History of preterm birth
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Full-term pregnancy (correct)
- Intraamniotic infection
What is the function of corticosteroids in preterm labor?
What is the function of corticosteroids in preterm labor?
Which medication may be used as a tocolytic agent?
Which medication may be used as a tocolytic agent?
What is the common term for premature rupture of membranes?
What is the common term for premature rupture of membranes?
What might be the consequence if tocolytic agents fail in preterm labor?
What might be the consequence if tocolytic agents fail in preterm labor?
What type of infection is associated with an increased risk of preterm labor and birth?
What type of infection is associated with an increased risk of preterm labor and birth?
What is an essential element in the assessment for complications in labor and birth?
What is an essential element in the assessment for complications in labor and birth?
What is a potential consequence of hypertonic contractions during labor?
What is a potential consequence of hypertonic contractions during labor?
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Preterm Birth
Preterm Birth
Birth occurring before the completion of 36 weeks of gestation.
Tocolytic Agents
Tocolytic Agents
Medications used to slow or stop uterine contractions.
Corticosteroids in Preterm Labor
Corticosteroids in Preterm Labor
To enhance the maturation of the baby's lungs before birth.
Magnesium Sulfate as a Tocolytic
Magnesium Sulfate as a Tocolytic
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Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
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Preterm birth
Preterm birth
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Intraamniotic Infection
Intraamniotic Infection
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Fetal and Uterine Monitoring
Fetal and Uterine Monitoring
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Hypertonic Contractions
Hypertonic Contractions
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Fetal Distress from Hypertonic Contractions
Fetal Distress from Hypertonic Contractions
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