Placental abruption Flashcards
1
Q
what is a placental abruption?
A
detachment of part or all of the placenta from its implantation site
2
Q
what is the most consistently identified risk factor for abruption?
A
Maternal hypertension
3
Q
what are the three types of hemorrhage?
A
Can be partial concealed hemorrhage, partial apparent hemorrhage (partially opens into cervix), or complete concealed hemorrhage
4
Q
Premature separation of the placenta is a serious complication that accounts for significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. T or F
A
T