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Maternal Health: Preterm Labor and Birth

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What is the medical term for preterm labor?

  1. Premature labor

  2. Pre-labor

  3. Early labor

  4. False labor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Preterm labor is also known as premature labor, which refers to labor that begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy.

What is the leading cause of preterm labor?

  1. Infection

  2. Multiple pregnancy

  3. Placental abruption

  4. Preeclampsia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Infection is the leading cause of preterm labor, particularly infections of the uterus or membranes.

Which of the following is a risk factor for preterm labor?

  1. Age of the mother

  2. History of preterm labor

  3. Smoking during pregnancy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for preterm labor: young maternal age (<18 years), history of preterm labor, and smoking during pregnancy.

What are the common signs and symptoms of preterm labor?

  1. Regular contractions

  2. Backache

  3. Pelvic pressure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Common signs and symptoms of preterm labor include regular contractions, backache, pelvic pressure, and increased vaginal discharge.

How is preterm labor diagnosed?

  1. Pelvic exam

  2. Ultrasound

  3. Cervical exam

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Preterm labor is diagnosed through a combination of pelvic exam, ultrasound, and cervical exam.

What are the potential complications of preterm labor and birth?

  1. Respiratory distress syndrome

  2. Intraventricular hemorrhage

  3. Necrotizing enterocolitis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Potential complications of preterm labor and birth include respiratory distress syndrome, intraventricular hemorrhage, necrotizing enterocolitis, and long-term developmental problems.

What is the primary goal of treatment for preterm labor?

  1. To stop or delay labor

  2. To promote fetal lung maturity

  3. To prevent infection

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of treatment for preterm labor is to stop or delay labor, promote fetal lung maturity, prevent infection, and improve the chances of a healthy outcome for the baby.

Which medication is commonly used to stop or delay preterm labor?

  1. Magnesium sulfate

  2. Indomethacin

  3. Terbutaline

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Magnesium sulfate is commonly used to stop or delay preterm labor by relaxing the uterus and preventing contractions.

What is the role of corticosteroids in the management of preterm labor?

  1. To promote fetal lung maturity

  2. To prevent infection

  3. To reduce the risk of respiratory distress syndrome

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Corticosteroids are given to pregnant women at risk of preterm labor to promote fetal lung maturity, prevent infection, and reduce the risk of respiratory distress syndrome in the baby.

When is a cesarean section (C-section) recommended in cases of preterm labor?

  1. When labor cannot be stopped or delayed

  2. When there is a medical emergency

  3. When the baby is in distress

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A cesarean section (C-section) may be recommended in cases of preterm labor when labor cannot be stopped or delayed, when there is a medical emergency, or when the baby is in distress.

What is the best way to prevent preterm labor?

  1. Adequate prenatal care

  2. Healthy lifestyle

  3. Avoiding smoking and alcohol during pregnancy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to prevent preterm labor is through adequate prenatal care, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding smoking and alcohol during pregnancy, and managing underlying medical conditions.

What is the average gestational age at which preterm infants are born?

  1. 24-28 weeks

  2. 28-32 weeks

  3. 32-37 weeks

  4. 37-42 weeks


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Preterm infants are born before 37 weeks of gestation. The average gestational age at which preterm infants are born is 24-28 weeks.

Which of the following is a common complication of preterm birth?

  1. Respiratory distress syndrome

  2. Intraventricular hemorrhage

  3. Necrotizing enterocolitis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Common complications of preterm birth include respiratory distress syndrome, intraventricular hemorrhage, necrotizing enterocolitis, and long-term developmental problems.

What is the leading cause of death among preterm infants?

  1. Respiratory distress syndrome

  2. Intraventricular hemorrhage

  3. Necrotizing enterocolitis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Respiratory distress syndrome is the leading cause of death among preterm infants, particularly those born before 28 weeks of gestation.

What is the role of Kangaroo care in the management of preterm infants?

  1. To promote skin-to-skin contact

  2. To regulate the infant's temperature

  3. To improve breastfeeding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kangaroo care involves holding the preterm infant skin-to-skin against the parent's chest. It promotes skin-to-skin contact, regulates the infant's temperature, improves breastfeeding, and enhances bonding between the parent and infant.

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