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Questions and Answers
Which hormone shares its alpha subunit with hCG?
Which hormone shares its alpha subunit with hCG?
- Human placental lactogen (hPL)
- Prolactin (PRL)
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) (correct)
- Progesterone (P4)
What is the primary role of hCG during early pregnancy?
What is the primary role of hCG during early pregnancy?
- To stimulate the production of hPL
- To increase levels of insulin
- To maintain the corpus luteum (correct)
- To stimulate the thyroid gland directly
Which hormone primarily causes relaxation of smooth muscle during pregnancy?
Which hormone primarily causes relaxation of smooth muscle during pregnancy?
- Progesterone (correct)
- hCG
- Estrogen
- hPL
Which of these hormones is known for its insulin antagonist effect during pregnancy?
Which of these hormones is known for its insulin antagonist effect during pregnancy?
What effect does estrogen have on thyroid hormones during pregnancy?
What effect does estrogen have on thyroid hormones during pregnancy?
Which of the following is NOT a common skin change during pregnancy?
Which of the following is NOT a common skin change during pregnancy?
What is the primary function of the corpus luteum in early pregnancy?
What is the primary function of the corpus luteum in early pregnancy?
When do hCG levels typically peak during pregnancy?
When do hCG levels typically peak during pregnancy?
What does the 'A' in TPAL designation represent?
What does the 'A' in TPAL designation represent?
What is the Goodell sign?
What is the Goodell sign?
A woman who has had one full-term birth, one preterm birth and two miscarriages would be represented by which TPAL designation?
A woman who has had one full-term birth, one preterm birth and two miscarriages would be represented by which TPAL designation?
A woman who is pregnant for the first time is correctly referred to as:
A woman who is pregnant for the first time is correctly referred to as:
What does the term 'grand multip' refer to?
What does the term 'grand multip' refer to?
According to Nägele's rule, if a woman's LMP was 12/1/2023 what would be her estimated date of delivery (EDD)?
According to Nägele's rule, if a woman's LMP was 12/1/2023 what would be her estimated date of delivery (EDD)?
What is the difference between gestational age (GA) and developmental age (DA)?
What is the difference between gestational age (GA) and developmental age (DA)?
In assisted reproductive technology (ART), how is the estimated date of confinement calculated?
In assisted reproductive technology (ART), how is the estimated date of confinement calculated?
In the context of Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS), what additional option should always be offered to the patient?
In the context of Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS), what additional option should always be offered to the patient?
What is a primary concern in the management of monochorionic-monoamniotic (Mo-Mo) twins?
What is a primary concern in the management of monochorionic-monoamniotic (Mo-Mo) twins?
What is the typical delivery method for Mo-Mo twins?
What is the typical delivery method for Mo-Mo twins?
What is the most common presentation of twins at the time of delivery?
What is the most common presentation of twins at the time of delivery?
When is a trial of labor suitable for twins?
When is a trial of labor suitable for twins?
Why is breech extraction advantageous for the delivery of the second twin?
Why is breech extraction advantageous for the delivery of the second twin?
Which delivery method is generally recommended for nonvertex presenting twins?
Which delivery method is generally recommended for nonvertex presenting twins?
When might a vaginal delivery be considered for triplets?
When might a vaginal delivery be considered for triplets?
Which factor is LEAST likely to increase the risk of preeclampsia?
Which factor is LEAST likely to increase the risk of preeclampsia?
According to the information provided, what is the minimum threshold for diagnosing gestational hypertension?
According to the information provided, what is the minimum threshold for diagnosing gestational hypertension?
What does the information suggest about the relationship between urine dip and 24-hour urinary protein levels?
What does the information suggest about the relationship between urine dip and 24-hour urinary protein levels?
A woman who had preeclampsia in her previous pregnancy is now pregnant with a new partner. How would her risk of preeclampsia compare to other women?
A woman who had preeclampsia in her previous pregnancy is now pregnant with a new partner. How would her risk of preeclampsia compare to other women?
Which of the following is considered a risk factor that is primarily immunogenically related to preeclampsia?
Which of the following is considered a risk factor that is primarily immunogenically related to preeclampsia?
According to the provided information, which of the following is NOT a risk factor for preeclampsia?
According to the provided information, which of the following is NOT a risk factor for preeclampsia?
Which blood pressure reading would be considered diagnostic of gestational hypertension assuming it is measured more than once 4-6 hours apart?
Which blood pressure reading would be considered diagnostic of gestational hypertension assuming it is measured more than once 4-6 hours apart?
Although changes of 30 mm Hg above pre-pregnancy systolic BP or 15 mm Hg above pre-pregnancy diastolic BP are no longer diagnostic of gestational hypertension, what is their significance?
Although changes of 30 mm Hg above pre-pregnancy systolic BP or 15 mm Hg above pre-pregnancy diastolic BP are no longer diagnostic of gestational hypertension, what is their significance?
What is the recommended gestational age range for routine gestational diabetes screening in women with low risk?
What is the recommended gestational age range for routine gestational diabetes screening in women with low risk?
According to the White classification, what characterizes Class A1 diabetes during pregnancy?
According to the White classification, what characterizes Class A1 diabetes during pregnancy?
A pregnant woman with a history of diabetes since she was 12 and has had it for 15 years falls into which class of White classification?
A pregnant woman with a history of diabetes since she was 12 and has had it for 15 years falls into which class of White classification?
What is the most common initial glucose screening test used in the United States during pregnancy?
What is the most common initial glucose screening test used in the United States during pregnancy?
A pregnant woman has a 1-hour glucose level of 135 mg/dL after a 50-g glucose load. How is this result typically interpreted?
A pregnant woman has a 1-hour glucose level of 135 mg/dL after a 50-g glucose load. How is this result typically interpreted?
According to White classification, which class is assigned to pregnant women with proliferative retinopathy?
According to White classification, which class is assigned to pregnant women with proliferative retinopathy?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for preventing HIV transmission?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for preventing HIV transmission?
What is indicated if a pregnant woman has a 1-hour glucose level of 145 mg/dL after a 50-g glucose load?
What is indicated if a pregnant woman has a 1-hour glucose level of 145 mg/dL after a 50-g glucose load?
What is the estimated risk of HIV infection from blood transfusion with improved screening methods?
What is the estimated risk of HIV infection from blood transfusion with improved screening methods?
According to the content provided, which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of endometritis?
According to the content provided, which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of endometritis?
Which of these drug classes does NOT act to inhibit reverse transcriptase?
Which of these drug classes does NOT act to inhibit reverse transcriptase?
What is the primary mechanism of action of protease inhibitors in HIV treatment?
What is the primary mechanism of action of protease inhibitors in HIV treatment?
What does HAART stand for, in the context of HIV treatment?
What does HAART stand for, in the context of HIV treatment?
Which of the following is an important concern regarding HIV infection in women?
Which of the following is an important concern regarding HIV infection in women?
What proportion of infants born to HIV-infected mothers will become infected with HIV if no treatment is given?
What proportion of infants born to HIV-infected mothers will become infected with HIV if no treatment is given?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that increases the risk of vertical HIV transmission?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that increases the risk of vertical HIV transmission?
Flashcards
Mo-Mo Twins
Mo-Mo Twins
Monozygotic twins sharing both an amniotic sac and placenta, at high risk for cord entanglement.
Antenatal Testing
Antenatal Testing
Monitoring of twins during pregnancy to assess fetal well-being.
IUFD
IUFD
Intrauterine fetal demise, the loss of a fetus in utero.
Cesarean Section
Cesarean Section
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Delivery of Twins
Delivery of Twins
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Trial of Labor
Trial of Labor
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Breech Extraction
Breech Extraction
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Delivery of Triplets
Delivery of Triplets
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hCG Structure
hCG Structure
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hCG Levels in Pregnancy
hCG Levels in Pregnancy
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Role of hCG
Role of hCG
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Corpus Luteum Function
Corpus Luteum Function
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Effect of Progesterone
Effect of Progesterone
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Human Placental Lactogen (hPL)
Human Placental Lactogen (hPL)
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Thyroid Hormones in Pregnancy
Thyroid Hormones in Pregnancy
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Dermatological Changes in Pregnancy
Dermatological Changes in Pregnancy
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Preeclampsia Risk Factors
Preeclampsia Risk Factors
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Chronic Hypertension
Chronic Hypertension
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Nulliparity
Nulliparity
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Cohabitation Timing
Cohabitation Timing
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Gestational Hypertension (GH)
Gestational Hypertension (GH)
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Urine Protein Measurement
Urine Protein Measurement
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Maternal Age Risk
Maternal Age Risk
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Proteinuria Prediction
Proteinuria Prediction
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Gestational Diabetes Screening Timing
Gestational Diabetes Screening Timing
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Gestational Diabetes Class A1
Gestational Diabetes Class A1
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Gestational Diabetes Class A2
Gestational Diabetes Class A2
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Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes
Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes
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Glucose Tolerance Test
Glucose Tolerance Test
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Normal Glucose Threshold
Normal Glucose Threshold
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Screening for High-Risk Women
Screening for High-Risk Women
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Proposed Screening Thresholds
Proposed Screening Thresholds
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TPAL designation
TPAL designation
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Abortuses
Abortuses
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Chadwick sign
Chadwick sign
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Goodell sign
Goodell sign
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Ladin sign
Ladin sign
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Quickening
Quickening
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Gravidity vs. Parity
Gravidity vs. Parity
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Naegele's rule
Naegele's rule
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HIV Transmission Prevention
HIV Transmission Prevention
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Opportunistic Infections
Opportunistic Infections
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Nucleoside Analogs
Nucleoside Analogs
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Protease Inhibitors
Protease Inhibitors
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HAART
HAART
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Vertical Transmission
Vertical Transmission
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Cervical Cancer in HIV Patients
Cervical Cancer in HIV Patients
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Blood Transfusion Risk
Blood Transfusion Risk
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Study Notes
Table of Contents
- Front of Book
- Authors
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Abbreviations
- Table of Contents
- Part 1 - Obstetrics
- Part 2 - Gynecology
- Back of Book
- Questions
- Answers
- Index
- Color Plates
Abbreviations
- This page contains a list of abbreviations, acronyms, and other shorthand commonly found in medical texts.
Preface
- Discusses the history of the Blueprints series, highlighting its evolution and continued success in providing board review materials for medical students and residents.
- Expands its content to the latest research and therapies, covering topics like cervical dysplasia, preeclampsia, cervical insufficiency, preterm labor, and contemporary uterine fibroid and breast cancer treatment methods.
- Notes the inclusion of color plates and a revised bibliography for enhanced visualization and improved evidence-based information.
- Emphasizes the flexibility of Blueprints, noting use by medical students, residents, physician assistants, nurses, and other medical professionals.
Abbreviations (Page 3)
- Full list of abbreviations and their definitions.
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