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Question 1
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What is the main reason for the active management of the third stage of labour?
Your Answer: Prevent postpartum haemorrhage
Explanation:According to the WHO, active management of the third stage of labour has been shown to decrease the risk of postpartum haemorrhage in vaginal births worldwide. Per the guidelines from the International Federation of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians (FIGO), the active management of the third stage is summarised as follows:
1. The administration of a uterotonic (oxytocin, ergometrine or misoprostol), within one minute of fetal delivery,
2.Controlled cord traction with manual support to the uterus until placental delivery
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- Clinical Management
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Question 2
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What is the mode of action of Mefenamic acid?
Your Answer: Inhibits Prostaglandin Synthesis
Explanation:Mefenamic acids is a NSAID. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis – It inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 hence reducing the process of inflammation. Activation of antithrombin III and inactivation of factor Xa is the primary mechanism of action of Heparin.
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This question is part of the following fields:
- Clinical Management
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Question 3
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The amniotic fluid volume peaks at around 900ml. At what gestation does the amniotic fluid reach its maximum volume?
Your Answer: 28 weeks
Correct Answer: 35 weeks
Explanation:The amniotic fluid volume increases up to week 35 of gestation and then decreases from then to term.
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This question is part of the following fields:
- Clinical Management
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