Obstetrics Quiz on Placenta and Hypertension
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What is the typical timeframe for normal placental separation after delivery?

  • Within 15 minutes (correct)
  • Within 25 minutes
  • Within 10 minutes
  • Within 30 minutes
  • Which type of hypertension is characterized by high blood pressure that exists before pregnancy?

  • Chronic Hypertension (correct)
  • Eclampsia
  • Preeclampsia
  • Gestational Hypertension
  • What condition occurs when the placenta does not separate within 30 minutes after the start of the third stage of labor?

  • Uterine Atony
  • Placenta Previa
  • Retained placenta (correct)
  • Placenta Accreta
  • Which of the following conditions is known as 'Toxemia' in older slang?

    <p>Preeclampsia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fetal condition should be monitored in a woman with Chronic Hypertension?

    <p>Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum blood pressure reading that qualifies as gestational hypertension (GHTN)?

    <p>140/90 mmHg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is present in preeclampsia but not in gestational hypertension?

    <p>Proteinuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an increased risk associated with preeclampsia with severe features?

    <p>Placental abruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing preeclampsia?

    <p>History of preeclampsia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes eclampsia from preeclampsia?

    <p>Development of seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended management for high-risk patients during the first trimester?

    <p>Low dose aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of preeclampsia with severe features?

    <p>Increased fetal movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected resolution period for preeclampsia after delivery?

    <p>By 12 weeks postpartum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used in the management of preeclampsia with severe features?

    <p>Magnesium sulfate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an effective method for monitoring fetal health in patients with gestational hypertension?

    <p>Weekly nonstress tests (NST)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most commonly accepted definition of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) according to ACOG?

    <p>Cumulative blood loss of &gt;1,000 mL for either vaginal or cesarean birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is NOT considered a risk factor for postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Low body mass index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cardinal sign of hematoma formation related to lacerations during delivery?

    <p>Pain not relieved by analgesics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In managing early postpartum hemorrhage, which medication is contraindicated in patients with hypertension?

    <p>Methergin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse monitor for when assessing a patient with suspected uterine atony?

    <p>Color and amount of lochia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication associated with prolonged second stage of labor?

    <p>Uterine atony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the medication tranexamic acid (TXA) primarily help with during postpartum hemorrhage management?

    <p>Preventing the breakdown of fibrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is NOT a part of the nursing management for postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Assess pulse oximetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of laceration extends from the skin and muscles into the anal sphincter?

    <p>Third-degree laceration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom indicating subinvolution of the uterus after childbirth?

    <p>Pelvic discomfort or backache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective way to manage a retained placenta leading to postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Manual removal by qualified personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might indicate the need for a massive transfusion protocol (MTP) in a postpartum patient?

    <p>Sustained hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assessment finding suggests a potentially severe case of hypovolemia during postpartum hemorrhage?

    <p>Weak pulsations and cool extremities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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