Preterm Labor and Pregnancy Complications
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What is the leading cause of death within the first month of life?

  • Pregnancy complications
  • Infections
  • Preterm labor
  • Birth defects and immaturity of body systems (correct)
  • What is a risk factor for preterm labor?

  • Multiple gestation (correct)
  • High social status
  • Being Caucasian
  • Adequate prenatal care
  • What is the purpose of a nitrazine test?

  • To assess for infections
  • To test for pH levels in the vaginal fluid (correct)
  • To determine fetal fibronectin levels
  • To diagnose PROM
  • What is a sign of potential preterm labor?

    <p>A general sense of discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a cervical length exam?

    <p>To predict the risk of preterm labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of fetal fibronectin?

    <p>It is a protein present in the vaginal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of tocolytics?

    <p>To reduce uterine contractions and relax the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a symptom of preterm labor?

    <p>Lower abdominal cramping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential cause of preterm labor?

    <p>Untreated urinary tract infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a positive nitrazine test?

    <p>It turns into a dark blue color</p> Signup and view all the answers

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