Tocolytics and Fetal Lung Maturity Quiz
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What factors might lead to early delivery in pregnancy?

  • Placenta previa, preeclampsia, IUGR
  • Physical deviations of the uterus or cervix
  • Polyhydramnios, fibroids
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which condition may necessitate early delivery for the best outcomes?

  • Both A and B (correct)
  • Physical distention of the uterus
  • Fetal perfusion issues
  • Maternal illness
  • What influences the decision between inducing labor or scheduling a Cesarean Section?

  • The mother's preference
  • The gestational age of the baby
  • The provider's judgment based on the situation's acuity (correct)
  • The presence of fibroids in the uterus
  • What might a provider do after completing the fFN test?

    <p>Order a vaginal ultrasound for cervical status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the fern test conducted in assessing amniotic fluid?

    <p>By allowing the fluid to dry on a microscope slide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of nurses using nitrozene paper in assessing leaking fluid?

    <p>To distinguish amniotic fluid from vaginal secretions or urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might cervical evaluation using fingers or ultrasound probes be limited?

    <p>To avoid ascending infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal when PTL is diagnosed without PPROM?

    <p>Stop contractions before cervical change occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is mentioned as the current drug of choice for long-term management of PTL?

    <p>Procardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary side effect of Terbutaline when used to stop uterine contractions?

    <p>Tachycardia of mother and baby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary side effect of magnesium sulfate according to the text?

    <p>Hot flushing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the criteria for diagnosing diabetes without performing the 3-hour GTT?

    <p>Fasting blood glucose reading of 200 or greater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the fasting blood glucose level determine?

    <p>If the person can be controlled through diet or requires pharmacological management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is diabetes diagnosed during the 3-hour GTT?

    <p>If two out of the four blood draws show elevated values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surveillance measures are taken for fetal well-being in gestational diabetes?

    <p>Daily kick counts and non-stress tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

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