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Which of the following conditions involves the abnormal implantation of the placenta into the uterine wall?
Which of the following conditions involves the abnormal implantation of the placenta into the uterine wall?
What is the medical term for the separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before delivery?
What is the medical term for the separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before delivery?
Which condition results from the inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta?
Which condition results from the inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta?
What is the term for a condition in which the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix?
What is the term for a condition in which the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix?
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What is another name for abruptio placenta?
What is another name for abruptio placenta?
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Which type of abruptio placenta is characterized by internal bleeding and uterine tetany?
Which type of abruptio placenta is characterized by internal bleeding and uterine tetany?
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What is the main sign and symptom of abruptio placenta?
What is the main sign and symptom of abruptio placenta?
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Which factor is NOT listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
Which factor is NOT listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
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Which type of DIC is characterized by blood being trapped and bleeding being internal?
Which type of DIC is characterized by blood being trapped and bleeding being internal?
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What is the most common factor listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
What is the most common factor listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
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What are the common behavioral risk factors associated with placental abruption?
What are the common behavioral risk factors associated with placental abruption?
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How is placental abruption classified according to the extent of separation?
How is placental abruption classified according to the extent of separation?
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What is a common cause of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) according to the text?
What is a common cause of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) according to the text?
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Which obstetrical procedure is mentioned as a potential cause of premature rupture of membranes (PROM)?
Which obstetrical procedure is mentioned as a potential cause of premature rupture of membranes (PROM)?
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What is a common complication of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) mentioned in the text?
What is a common complication of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) mentioned in the text?
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What test is mentioned in the text for assessing the rupture of the bag in cases of PROM?
What test is mentioned in the text for assessing the rupture of the bag in cases of PROM?
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What is the main manifestation of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) according to the text?
What is the main manifestation of premature rupture of membranes (PROM) according to the text?
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What condition results from inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta?
What condition results from inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta?
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What are the signs and symptoms associated with severe placental abruption according to the text?
What are the signs and symptoms associated with severe placental abruption according to the text?
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What factor is NOT listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
What factor is NOT listed as a cause of abruptio placenta?
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Study Notes
Placental Complications
- Placenta accreta is a condition where the placenta abnormally implants into the uterine wall.
- Abruptio placenta is the medical term for the separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before delivery, also known as placental abruption.
- Fetal growth restriction results from inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta.
- Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix.
Abruptio Placenta
- Concealed abruptio placenta is characterized by internal bleeding and uterine tetany.
- Vaginal bleeding is the main sign and symptom of abruptio placenta.
- Cocaine use is not listed as a cause of abruptio placenta.
- Chronic DIC is characterized by blood being trapped and bleeding being internal.
- Hypertension is the most common factor listed as a cause of abruptio placenta.
- Smoking and cocaine use are common behavioral risk factors associated with placental abruption.
- Placental abruption is classified according to the extent of separation.
Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
- Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) can be caused by placental abruption.
- Amniocentesis is an obstetrical procedure that can cause PROM.
- Chorioamnionitis is a common complication of PROM.
- The nitrazine test is used to assess the rupture of the bag in cases of PROM.
- Gushing of fluid or a trickle of fluid from the vagina is the main manifestation of PROM.
Fetal and Maternal Complications
- Fetal growth restriction results from inadequate blood flow and oxygen/nutrient supply to the fetus through the placenta.
- Severe placental abruption can cause fetal distress, maternal hypertension, and consumptive coagulopathy.
- Trauma is not listed as a cause of abruptio placenta.
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Test your knowledge of medical terminology related to placenta disorders with this quiz. Identify the terms for different conditions involving the placenta and its abnormalities.
