Complications Flashcards
Why does obesity increase maternal risk for complications in pregnancy?
A) It prolongs labor and increases resistance to induction medications
B) It limits the mother’s ability to gain necessary weight during pregnancy
C) It decreases the likelihood of Cesarean birth
D) It reduces the risk of gestational diabetes
Answer: A) It prolongs labor and increases resistance to induction medications
Which BMI classification defines a person as “severely obese”?
A) 25 or greater
B) 30 or greater
C) 35 or greater
D) 40 or greater
Answer: D) 40 or greater
What are some of the common complications pregnant persons with obesity are at increased risk for?
A) Premature rupture of membranes
B) Venous thromboembolism and gestational diabetes
C) Low birth weight
D) Decreased likelihood of spontaneous abortion
A) Premature rupture of membranes
B) Venous thromboembolism and gestational diabetes
In antenatal testing, what does a “non-stress test” measure in fetal monitoring?
A) Blood pressure of the fetus
B) Fetal movement, heart rate, and response to stimuli
C) Volume of amniotic fluid
D) Length of the fetal spine
Answer: B) Fetal movement, heart rate, and response to stimuli
What is the purpose of fetal kick counts in antenatal testing?
A) To ensure the mother is well-rested before delivery
B) To measure fetal blood flow through the umbilical cord
C) To monitor for fetal well-being through movement
D) To assess the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus
Answer: C) To monitor for fetal well-being through movement
Why might antenatal fetal testing be particularly important for Non-Hispanic Black individuals, according to ACOG recommendations?
A) Race itself is a biologic risk for stillbirth
B) The effects of racism can negatively impact health and pregnancy outcomes
C) Genetic factors increase the risk of complications
D) They are less likely to receive prenatal care
Answer: B) The effects of racism can negatively impact health and pregnancy outcomes
How is a biophysical profile score calculated, and what score indicates optimal fetal well-being?
A) Based on fetal movements only; a score of 4/4 is ideal
B) Based on multiple criteria including fetal breathing and fluid volume; a score of 8/8 is ideal
C) Only based on fetal heart rate accelerations; a score of 5/5 is optimal
D) Based on maternal blood pressure; a score of 2/2 is ideal
Answer: B) Based on multiple criteria including fetal breathing and fluid volume; a score of 8/8 is ideal
What is the primary use of Doppler flow studies in fetal monitoring?
A) To assess fetal kidney function
B) To evaluate maternal blood pressure
C) To assess placental vascular resistance and umbilical blood flow
D) To measure fetal lung maturity
Answer: C) To assess placental vascular resistance and umbilical blood flow
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for preterm labor?
A) Prior preterm birth
B) Infections
C) High socioeconomic status
D) Multiple gestation
Answer: C) High socioeconomic status
What is the purpose of administering antenatal glucocorticoid steroids like betamethasone to a pregnant person at risk of preterm labor?
A) To enhance maternal immune response
B) To stimulate fetal lung surfactant production
C) To increase the risk of early delivery
D) To prevent maternal hypertension
Answer: B) To stimulate fetal lung surfactant production
Magnesium sulfate is used in preterm labor to reduce the risk of:
A) Respiratory distress syndrome in the fetus
B) Cerebral palsy by reducing intraventricular hemorrhage risk
C) Pre-eclampsia in the mother
D) Amniotic fluid imbalances
Answer: B) Cerebral palsy by reducing intraventricular hemorrhage risk
What defines preterm labor?
A) Uterine contractions without cervical change before 40 weeks
B) Regular uterine contractions with cervical change before 37 completed weeks
C) Cervical dilation with no contractions at any gestational age
D) Fetal movement between 20 weeks and term
Answer: B) Regular uterine contractions with cervical change before 37 completed weeks
Which condition is characterized by a low level of amniotic fluid, often caused by factors like fetal urinary tract malformations or ruptured membranes?
A) Oligohydramnios
B) Polyhydramnios
C) Normal amniotic fluid levels
D) Velamentous cord insertion
Answer: A) Oligohydramnios
What is a common risk associated with polyhydramnios (excessive amniotic fluid levels) during pregnancy?
A) Increased likelihood of preterm labor
B) Low birth weight
C) High risk of fetal kidney dysfunction
D) Reduced chance of umbilical cord complications
Answer: A) Increased likelihood of preterm labor
A pregnant patient has been diagnosed with velamentous cord insertion. Which of the following best describes this condition?
A) The umbilical cord has a typical insertion into the center of the placenta
B) The umbilical cord vessels branch before reaching the placenta, without Wharton’s jelly protection
C) The amniotic fluid levels are within normal range
D) The fetus is receiving inadequate blood flow due to low amniotic fluid levels
Answer: B) The umbilical cord vessels branch before reaching the placenta, without Wharton’s jelly protection
Which amniotic fluid condition could lead to underdeveloped fetal lungs due to limited space for growth?
A) Polyhydramnios
B) Velamentous cord insertion
C) Oligohydramnios
D) Normal amniotic fluid levels
Answer: C) Oligohydramnios
What is the definition of polyhydramnios in terms of amniotic fluid index (AFI) or maximum vertical pocket?
A) AFI less than 5 cm or maximum vertical pocket <2 cm
B) AFI greater than 25 cm or maximum vertical pocket >8 cm
C) AFI between 10-20 cm
D) AFI within the normal range
Answer: B) AFI greater than 25 cm or maximum vertical pocket >8 cm
Which condition has an increased risk of umbilical cord prolapse upon membrane rupture, often due to excessive amniotic fluid?
A) Oligohydramnios
B) Polyhydramnios
C) Normal amniotic fluid levels
D) Velamentous cord insertion
Answer: B) Polyhydramnios
Which amniotic fluid abnormality is associated with an increased risk of cord prolapse upon rupture?
A) Oligohydramnios
B) Polyhydramnios
C) Normal amniotic fluid levels
D) Velamentous cord insertion
Answer: B) Polyhydramnios
In a case of velamentous cord insertion, which of the following complications might be a concern due to the lack of Wharton’s jelly around the umbilical vessels?
A) Increased amniotic fluid production
B) Higher risk of vessel rupture or compression during labor
C) Normal fetal blood flow without complications
D) Increased fetal lung development
Answer: B) Higher risk of vessel rupture or compression during labor
A two-vessel umbilical cord is often associated with:
A) Increased fetal movement
B) Fetal growth restriction and labor intolerance
C) Decreased risk of preterm labor
D) Better fetal monitoring outcomes
Answer: B) Fetal growth restriction and labor intolerance
What is a key management strategy for a patient diagnosed with placenta previa?
A) Encourage pelvic exercises
B) Conduct regular vaginal exams
C) Educate on bed rest and avoid vaginal exams
D) Increase physical activity to strengthen the uterine muscles
Answer: C) Educate on bed rest and avoid vaginal exams
In cases of invasive placental conditions, which healthcare providers are commonly involved in management?
A) Only the primary OB/GYN
B) An OB, perinatologist, possibly gyn oncology, general surgeon, and hematology
C) Only a general surgeon
D) Primarily a gynecologic oncologist
Answer: B) An OB, perinatologist, possibly gyn oncology, general surgeon, and hematology
Which invasive placental condition describes the chorionic villi penetrating through the myometrium?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: D) Placenta percreta
Which condition is characterized by the placenta partially or completely covering the cervical opening, often leading to painless vaginal bleeding in the second or third trimester?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: A) Placenta previa
In which condition do the chorionic villi of the placenta invade into the myometrium, leading to a higher risk of severe bleeding during delivery?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: C) Placenta increta
Which type of abnormal placentation is the most invasive, with chorionic villi penetrating through the myometrium and possibly affecting other organs?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: D) Placenta percreta
This condition occurs when the placenta attaches too deeply into the uterine wall but does not penetrate the myometrium. It can increase the risk of hemorrhage during delivery.
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: B) Placenta accreta
A patient is diagnosed with a placental disorder that may require a multidisciplinary team approach for delivery due to risks of severe hemorrhage. The placenta is found to have invaded into the uterine muscle but not through it. Which condition is this?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
Answer: C) Placenta increta
Which placental condition often necessitates cesarean delivery due to the risk of significant bleeding and difficulty detaching the placenta after birth?
A) Placenta previa
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
B) Placenta accreta
C) Placenta increta
D) Placenta percreta
What is a key difference between placenta accreta and placenta percreta?
A) Placenta accreta involves the placenta attaching to the cervix, while placenta percreta involves the placenta attaching only to the uterine lining.
B) Placenta accreta involves attachment to the uterine wall without penetration into the muscle, whereas placenta percreta penetrates through the uterine muscle and potentially affects nearby organs.
C) Placenta accreta involves penetration into the uterine muscle, while placenta percreta involves attachment to the uterine lining only.
D) Placenta accreta causes minimal complications, while placenta percreta always causes preterm labor.
Answer: B) Placenta accreta involves attachment to the uterine wall without penetration into the muscle, whereas placenta percreta penetrates through the uterine muscle and potentially affects nearby organs.
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gestational diabetes?
A) Advanced maternal age
B) Family history of hypertension
C) History of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
D) Pre-pregnancy Hemoglobin A1c > 5.7
Answer: B) Family history of hypertension
What maternal complications are associated with gestational diabetes?
A) Increased risk for pre-eclampsia and cesarean birth
B) Reduced risk of developing type II diabetes
C) Decreased risk of preterm labor
D) Higher chance of carrying multiple gestations
Answer: A) Increased risk for pre-eclampsia and cesarean birth