RhD-negative women may be sensitized with fetal blood during any bleeding episode in the antepartum
period. If a Kleihauer-Betke test determines greater than 15 ml of fetal blood in the maternal circulation,
it is important to recognize that - correct answer-a 300-mg Rh immunoglobulin dose may not be
sufficient to prevent sensitization.
Mrs. Jordan has arrived to the unit for a labor evaluation. She is 39 weeks pregnant and is complaining of
continuous abdominal pain. She is having high frequency, low amplitude contractions and the fetal heart
pattern shows minimal variability. You suspect that Mrs. Jordan may have a - correct answer-placental
abruption
Amniotic band syndrome is associated with what complication in pregnancy? - correct answer-PROM
Classic signs of placenta previa are - correct answer-painless, bright red bleeding.
All of the following complications may predispose a pregnant woman to disseminated intravascular
coagulopathy (DIC) except - correct answer-preterm labor.
Ms. Linghu arrived at the obstetric care unit for a labor evaluation. She is 28 weeks gestation and is
complaining of a lower back ache and cramping. The physician has asked for assistance in obtaining a
sample to assess for fetal fibronectin (fFN). Which statement about fFN is most accurate? - correct
answer-The positive predictive value of fFN is high. (WRONG)
Which feature is recommended when monitoring twin gestations to differentiate between fetal heart
rates and maternal heart rate? - correct answer-dual efm monitors (WRONG)
Which of the following is not a contraindication for magnesium sulfate administration? - correct answer-
hyperkalemia
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