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?

To assess immunity to rubella and prevent complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ultrasound scanning during prenatal visits?

To assess fetal growth and wellbeing Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can cause bleeding before 20 weeks of gestation?

Ectopic pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

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

Threatened abortion Signup and view all the answers

Which disease can lead to abortion due to maternal factors?

Influenza Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of abortion?

Chromosomal anomalies Signup and view all the answers

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

Incomplete abortion Signup and view all the answers

Pregnancy Medical Investigations Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of testing urine during pregnancy?

Why are white blood cells increased during pregnancy?

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

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

What is the purpose of ultrasound scanning during prenatal visits?

Which condition can cause bleeding before 20 weeks of gestation?

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

Which disease can lead to abortion due to maternal factors?

What is the most common cause of abortion?

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

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