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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?
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Which medication may be used as a tocolytic agent?
Which medication may be used as a tocolytic agent?
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What is the common term for premature rupture of membranes?
What is the common term for premature rupture of membranes?
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What might be the consequence if tocolytic agents fail in preterm labor?
What might be the consequence if tocolytic agents fail in preterm labor?
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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?
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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?
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What is a potential consequence of hypertonic contractions during labor?
What is a potential consequence of hypertonic contractions during labor?
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