Stillbirth

Description: Test your knowledge on Stillbirth, a devastating event that occurs when a baby dies in the womb after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
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What is the medical term for a stillbirth that occurs before 20 weeks of pregnancy?

  1. Early Miscarriage

  2. Late Miscarriage

  3. Neonatal Death

  4. Perinatal Mortality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A stillbirth that occurs before 20 weeks of pregnancy is considered an early miscarriage.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for stillbirth?

  1. Advanced Maternal Age

  2. Multiple Pregnancies

  3. Smoking

  4. Healthy Lifestyle


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition, exercise, and avoiding harmful substances, can reduce the risk of stillbirth.

What is the leading cause of stillbirth in developed countries?

  1. Placental Abruption

  2. Umbilical Cord Accidents

  3. Congenital Anomalies

  4. Maternal Health Conditions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Placental abruption, the premature separation of the placenta from the uterus, is the leading cause of stillbirth in developed countries.

Which of the following conditions can increase the risk of stillbirth in mothers with diabetes?

  1. Gestational Diabetes

  2. Type 1 Diabetes

  3. Type 2 Diabetes

  4. All of the Above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Both gestational diabetes and pre-existing Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes can increase the risk of stillbirth in mothers with diabetes.

What is the recommended frequency of antenatal care visits to reduce the risk of stillbirth?

  1. Monthly

  2. Every Other Month

  3. Every Trimester

  4. Every Week


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Regular antenatal care visits, typically monthly, are recommended to monitor the health of the mother and baby and reduce the risk of stillbirth.

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of impending stillbirth?

  1. Reduced Fetal Movement

  2. Swelling in the Mother's Hands and Feet

  3. Severe Abdominal Pain

  4. Vaginal Bleeding


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Swelling in the mother's hands and feet is not typically a sign of impending stillbirth.

What is the primary goal of stillbirth prevention?

  1. Early Detection of Fetal Distress

  2. Reducing Maternal Risk Factors

  3. Improving Access to Prenatal Care

  4. All of the Above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of stillbirth prevention involves a combination of early detection of fetal distress, reducing maternal risk factors, and improving access to prenatal care.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with pre-eclampsia?

  1. Low-Dose Aspirin

  2. Bed Rest

  3. Magnesium Sulfate

  4. Antihypertensive Medications


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bed rest is not a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with pre-eclampsia.

What is the recommended gestational age for routine induction of labor in women with gestational diabetes?

  1. 37 Weeks

  2. 38 Weeks

  3. 39 Weeks

  4. 40 Weeks


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Routine induction of labor is recommended at 39 weeks of gestation for women with gestational diabetes to reduce the risk of stillbirth.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended postpartum care practice to reduce the risk of stillbirth in subsequent pregnancies?

  1. Regular Check-ups

  2. Folic Acid Supplementation

  3. Smoking Cessation

  4. Weight Management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Weight management is not specifically recommended as a postpartum care practice to reduce the risk of stillbirth in subsequent pregnancies.

What is the estimated global incidence of stillbirth?

  1. 1 in 100 Births

  2. 1 in 200 Births

  3. 1 in 300 Births

  4. 1 in 400 Births


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The estimated global incidence of stillbirth is approximately 1 in 200 births.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with chronic hypertension?

  1. Low-Dose Aspirin

  2. Antihypertensive Medications

  3. Bed Rest

  4. Regular Prenatal Care


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bed rest is not a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with chronic hypertension.

What is the recommended frequency of fetal movement monitoring in the third trimester to reduce the risk of stillbirth?

  1. Daily

  2. Weekly

  3. Monthly

  4. As Needed


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Daily fetal movement monitoring is recommended in the third trimester to reduce the risk of stillbirth.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with intrauterine growth restriction?

  1. Serial Ultrasound Monitoring

  2. Low-Dose Aspirin

  3. Induction of Labor

  4. Bed Rest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bed rest is not a recommended intervention to reduce the risk of stillbirth in women with intrauterine growth restriction.

What is the recommended gestational age for routine induction of labor in women with pre-eclampsia?

  1. 34 Weeks

  2. 36 Weeks

  3. 38 Weeks

  4. 40 Weeks


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Routine induction of labor is recommended at 38 weeks of gestation for women with pre-eclampsia to reduce the risk of stillbirth.

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