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At what week does the Department of Health (DOH) specify that labor starts according to the given text?
At what week does the Department of Health (DOH) specify that labor starts according to the given text?
What is the significance of reaching 4cm dilation?
What is the significance of reaching 4cm dilation?
What is comparable to a non-effacing cervix according to the given text?
What is comparable to a non-effacing cervix according to the given text?
Which condition is NOT listed as a risk factor for preterm labor in the given text?
Which condition is NOT listed as a risk factor for preterm labor in the given text?
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Which condition can result from the premature development of RDS (Respiratory Distress Syndrome)?
Which condition can result from the premature development of RDS (Respiratory Distress Syndrome)?
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When should the DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS close after birth?
When should the DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS close after birth?
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What is the recommended frequency for changing a retained IUD?
What is the recommended frequency for changing a retained IUD?
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What is a potential complication of hypothermia in premature infants?
What is a potential complication of hypothermia in premature infants?
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Which drug is used to delay delivery and prevent uterine contractions?
Which drug is used to delay delivery and prevent uterine contractions?
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What is the consequence of premature infants having a CLEFT PALATE?
What is the consequence of premature infants having a CLEFT PALATE?
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'Pathologic Apnea' in premature infants refers to:
'Pathologic Apnea' in premature infants refers to:
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Which factor increases the risk of neonatal pneumonia in premature infants?
Which factor increases the risk of neonatal pneumonia in premature infants?
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Why are premature infants prone to anemia?
Why are premature infants prone to anemia?
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What is the role of Isosuxiprine hydrochloride in delaying delivery?
What is the role of Isosuxiprine hydrochloride in delaying delivery?
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What is the comparable condition to a non-effacing cervix according to the given text?
What is the comparable condition to a non-effacing cervix according to the given text?
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What is a potential maternal infection that can lead to premature labor according to the text?
What is a potential maternal infection that can lead to premature labor according to the text?
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At what point should a multigravida not be allowed to go home during labor, according to the given text?
At what point should a multigravida not be allowed to go home during labor, according to the given text?
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What is the recommended interval for changing a retained IUD, according to the given text?
What is the recommended interval for changing a retained IUD, according to the given text?
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Why are premature infants prone to respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), according to the given text?
Why are premature infants prone to respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), according to the given text?
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What is the typical time frame for the closure of DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS after birth, as mentioned in the text?
What is the typical time frame for the closure of DUCTUS ARTERIOSUS after birth, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the potential consequence of premature infants having a cleft palate, based on the given text?
What is the potential consequence of premature infants having a cleft palate, based on the given text?
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Which factor increases the risk of neonatal pneumonia in premature infants, according to the text?
Which factor increases the risk of neonatal pneumonia in premature infants, according to the text?
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What is a potential maternal infection that can lead to premature labor, as indicated in the given text?
What is a potential maternal infection that can lead to premature labor, as indicated in the given text?
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What is a potential complication of hypothermia in premature infants, based on the text?
What is a potential complication of hypothermia in premature infants, based on the text?
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What is the primary purpose of tocolytic agents in delaying delivery, according to the provided information?
What is the primary purpose of tocolytic agents in delaying delivery, according to the provided information?
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'Pathologic Apnea' in premature infants refers to:
'Pathologic Apnea' in premature infants refers to:
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At what point should a multigravida not be allowed to go home during labor, according to the given text?
At what point should a multigravida not be allowed to go home during labor, according to the given text?
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Study Notes
Labor and Delivery
- Labor starts at 37 weeks according to the Department of Health (DOH).
- Reaching 4cm dilation is significant because it indicates active labor.
Cervical Effacement
- A non-effacing cervix is comparable to a finger.
Risk Factors for Preterm Labor
- The following conditions are NOT listed as risk factors for preterm labor: none are mentioned.
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
- Premature development of RDS can result in bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
- Premature infants are prone to RDS due to immature lung development.
Ductus Arteriosus
- The Ductus Arteriosus should close within the first 24 hours after birth.
Intrauterine Device (IUD)
- The recommended frequency for changing a retained IUD is every 24 hours.
Complications of Premature Birth
- Hypothermia can lead to respiratory distress in premature infants.
- Premature infants with a cleft palate are at risk of feeding difficulties.
- Pathologic Apnea in premature infants refers to apnea that lasts for 20 seconds or more.
- Premature infants are prone to anemia due to insufficient production of red blood cells.
- Premature infants are at risk of neonatal pneumonia due to an immature immune system.
Tocolytic Agents
- Tocolytic agents, such as Isosuxiprine hydrochloride, are used to delay delivery and prevent uterine contractions.
- The primary purpose of tocolytic agents is to delay delivery.
Labor Management
- A multigravida should not be allowed to go home during labor if they are 4cm or more dilated.
- Maternal infections, such as chorioamnionitis, can lead to premature labor.
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Test your knowledge of preterm labor definitions and criteria for admission in NCM 109: Nursing Care of the Pregnant Client. This quiz covers the characteristics of preterm labor, including dilation and effacement of the cervix.