Pregnancy Medical Investigations Quiz

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What is the purpose of testing urine during pregnancy?

  • To assess electrolyte levels
  • To check for protein, glucose, and ketones (correct)
  • To detect bacterial infections
  • To monitor hormonal changes

Why are white blood cells increased during pregnancy?

  • To reduce the risk of thrombosis
  • To regulate hormonal balance
  • To enhance blood phagocytotic and bactericidal properties (correct)
  • To decrease blood clotting time

What is the significance of screening for sickle cell anemia and thalassemia during pregnancy?

  • To monitor maternal blood glucose levels
  • To measure electrolyte imbalance
  • To assess the risk of genetic blood disorders in the fetus (correct)
  • To evaluate liver function

Why is it important to test for rubella antibodies during pregnancy?

<p>To assess immunity to rubella and prevent complications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ultrasound scanning during prenatal visits?

<p>To assess fetal growth and wellbeing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can cause bleeding before 20 weeks of gestation?

<p>Ectopic pregnancy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of abortion is characterized by intact membranes and closed cervical os?

<p>Threatened abortion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disease can lead to abortion due to maternal factors?

<p>Influenza (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of abortion?

<p>Chromosomal anomalies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of abortion is characterized by expulsion of some, but not all, products of conception?

<p>Incomplete abortion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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