Maternity Nursing Q 181

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Which of the following is described as premature separation of a normally implanted placenta during the second half of pregnancy, usually with severe hemorrhage?

  

     A. Placenta previa

     B. Ectopic pregnancy

     C. Incompetent cervix

     D. Abruptio placenta

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Abruptio placentae

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Abruptio placenta is described as premature separation of a normally implanted placenta during the second half of pregnancy, usually with severe hemorrhage.

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Option A: Placenta previa refers to implantation of the placenta in the lower uterine segment, causing painless bleeding in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Option B: Ectopic pregnancy refers to the implantation of the products of conception in a site other than the endometrium.

Option C: Incompetent cervix is a conduction characterized by painful dilation of the cervical os without uterine contractions.

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