OB/GYN - Obstetrics complications

Question 1

Abnormal implantation of the placenta on the lower half of the uterine wall. Bleeding begins when the lower uterus contracts/dilates in labor. There is painless, bright red bleeding (indicates active bleeding).

a. placenta abruption
b. placental previa
c. eclampsia

Answer 1

b. placental previa

Question 2

Premature separation of the normally implanted placenta. May be categorized into partial or complete.

a. placenta abruption
b. placental previa
c. eclampsia

Answer 2

a. placenta abruption

Question 3

In the improper separation of the placenta, this is characterized by sharp, tearing pain, and the development of abdominal pain/distention. There is NO vaginal bleeding due to blood being trapped between the placenta and uterine wall.

a. complete placental abruption
b. placental previa
c. eclampsia
d. partial placental abruption

Answer 3

d. partial placental abruption a/k/a “central abruption”

Question 4

The total separation of the placenta from the uterine wall. Characterized by massive vaginal bleeding and maternal hypotension.

a. complete placental abruption
b. placental previa
c. eclampsia
d. partial placental abruption

Answer 4

a. complete placental abruption