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Which prenatal test is primarily used to assess blood flow and is indicated in cases of hypertension?
What information can an ultrasound NOT definitively provide during pregnancy?
Which of the following prenatal tests is associated with the highest risk due to invasiveness?
What is the purpose of performing a multiple marker screening during pregnancy?
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Which prenatal assessment method primarily focuses on fetal movement patterns?
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What is measured using the systolic to diastolic ratio in a Doppler ultrasound?
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What type of testing can help confirm the viability of a pregnancy?
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What is the main focus of antepartum fetal surveillance?
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What is the primary purpose of Alpha-Fetoprotein screening?
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At what gestational age is Alpha-Fetoprotein screening ideally performed?
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Which of the following markers is NOT included in Multiple Marker Screening?
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What is the main advantage of Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) compared to amniocentesis?
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What is the purpose of performing amniocentesis in the third trimester?
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What condition can Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling (PUBS) help to detect?
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What does a positive result in Multiple Marker Screening typically lead to?
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What type of sampling methods can Chorionic Villus Sampling use?
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What does a reactive fetal heart rate indicate?
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What is the primary purpose of a Nonstress Test (NST)?
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What factor is NOT included in the Biophysical Profile (BPP)?
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When is fetal heart reactivity expected to develop?
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What is the minimum number of fetal movements the mother should count in 1 to 2 hours?
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What does the Oxytocin Challenge Test (CST) assess?
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What does Vibroacoustic stimulation evaluate?
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What does an abnormal result in a Nonstress Test indicate?
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Study Notes
Assessment Prior to Diagnostic Testing
- Evaluate gravida, para, number of living children, and gestational age.
- Review maternal health and current obstetric issues.
- Investigate past obstetric complications.
- Assess history of substance abuse (alcohol, tobacco).
- Ensure patient understands the purpose of the test.
- Discuss additional testing surveillance regimen.
- Gauge patient's emotional response to testing.
- Understand expectations from the patient and their partner.
Types of Prenatal Diagnostic Tests
- Ultrasound: identifies fetal conditions, gestational age, and potential abnormalities.
- Doppler ultrasound: assesses blood flow; useful in high-risk pregnancies.
- Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) screening: detects neural tube defects; performed ideally at 16-18 weeks.
- Multiple marker screening: includes additional markers (hCG, estriol) for detecting chromosomal issues.
- Chorionic villus sampling (CVS): early detection of chromosomal defects; performed at 10-13 weeks.
- Amniocentesis: fluid aspiration for chromosomal/metabolic analysis; done between 15-20 weeks and in the third trimester.
- Percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS): detects fetal blood disorders; involves drawing blood from the umbilical cord.
- Antepartum fetal surveillance: includes various tests like Nonstress Test (NST), vibroacoustic stimulation test, Contraction Stress Test (CST), Biophysical Profile (BPP).
Ultrasound Diagnostic
- Determines location, viability, and fetal abnormalities.
- May not always reveal fetal gender.
Doppler Ultrasound
- Utilizes Doppler shift for blood flow measurement.
- Important for pregnancies with hypertension or fetal growth issues.
- Measures systolic to diastolic ratios to assess fetal health.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Screening
- Blood serum test for neural tube defects and chromosomal anomalies.
- Performed on maternal serum or amniotic fluid between 16-18 weeks.
Multiple Marker Screening
- Enhances detection rates of trisomy 18 and 21.
- Positive results lead to amniocentesis for further analysis.
Chorionic Villus Sampling
- Transcervical or transabdominal method for early chromosomal testing.
- Conducted between 10-13 weeks, offering quicker results compared to amniocentesis.
Amniocentesis
- Second trimester: performed between 15-20 weeks for chromosomal abnormalities.
- Third trimester: assesses fetal lung maturity and hemolytic disease.
Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling
- Also referred to as cordocentesis.
- Aspiration of fetal blood for diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders or infections.
Antepartum Fetal Surveillance
- Nonstress Test (NST): evaluates fetal heart rate accelerations; reactivity indicates good fetal oxygenation.
- Contraction Stress Test (CST): assesses fetal heart response to stress, contraindicated if contractions are risky.
Biophysical Profile (BPP)
- Evaluates multiple parameters: NST, fetal breathing movements, gross movements, tone, and amniotic fluid volume.
- Amniotic fluid index (AFI) quantifies fluid amount via ultrasound.
Maternal Assessment of Fetal Movement
- Mothers assess fetal movements, termed "kick counts."
- Recommended to count at least 10 movements within 1-2 hours or 5-10 movements per hour for monitoring fetal health.
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Explore the essential concepts related to prenatal diagnostic tests in Chapter 15. This quiz covers patient assessments, maternal health considerations, and the importance of understanding diagnostic testing. Test your knowledge on key factors affecting obstetric care.
