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What is the definition of preterm labor?

  • Labor that occurs after week 37 of gestation
  • Labor that occurs before the end of week 37 of gestation (correct)
  • Labor that occurs after week 40 of gestation
  • Labor that occurs before the end of week 40 of gestation

    • Why is preterm labor considered potentially serious?

  • Because it only affects the mother
  • Because it is not a common occurrence
  • Because it always results in the infant’s death
  • Because if it results in the infant’s birth, the infant will be immature (correct)

    • What percentage of infant deaths in the neonatal period is preterm labor responsible for?

  • One third
  • Almost two thirds (correct)
  • One half
  • Less than one third

    • What should be a cause for concern in a pregnant woman?

    <p>Persistent uterine contractions, even if they are mild and widely spaced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point in gestation does preterm labor occur?

    <p>Before the end of week 37</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nurse is performing an assessment on a client who has just been told that a pregnancy test is positive. Which assessment finding indicates that the client is at risk for preterm labor?

    <p>The client has a history of cardiac disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does maternal health encompass?

    <p>Health care dimensions of family planning, preconception, prenatal, and postnatal care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does maternal health revolve around the health and wellness of pregnant women?

    <p>When they are pregnant, at the time they give birth, and during child-raising</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the WHO regarding motherhood and women's health?

    <p>A high percentage of women develop health problems and sometimes die</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can investment in maternal health be achieved?

    <p>Subsidizing the healthcare cost and ensuring pr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of maternal health care?

    <p>Reducing maternal morbidity and mortality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Preterm Labor

    • Preterm labor is defined as labor that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.
    • It is considered potentially serious because of the high risk of complications and infant mortality.

    Infant Mortality and Preterm Labor

    • Preterm labor is responsible for approximately 35% of infant deaths in the neonatal period.

    Risk Factors for Preterm Labor

    • A pregnant woman should be concerned if she experiences contractions, back pain, or a change in vaginal discharge.

    Gestation and Preterm Labor

    • Preterm labor occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.

    Assessment and Risk Factors

    • The nurse should be concerned about the client's risk for preterm labor if she has a history of previous preterm labor, multiple gestations, or vaginal bleeding during the current pregnancy.

    Maternal Health

    • Maternal health encompasses the health and wellness of pregnant women and mothers during childbirth and the postpartum period.
    • Maternal health revolves around the health and wellness of pregnant women from conception to the postpartum period.
    • According to the World Health Organization (WHO), motherhood and women's health are critical components of the overall health system.

    Investment in Maternal Health

    • Investment in maternal health can be achieved through education, family planning, and access to quality healthcare.

    Focus of Maternal Health Care

    • The main focus of maternal health care is to provide quality care and support to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity.

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    Take this quiz on NCM 109 to test your knowledge on the care of mothers and children at risk or with acute and chronic problems, including preterm labor. This quiz covers important concepts for nursing students and healthcare professionals.

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