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What characterizes abruptio placentae?

  1. Hypotension

  2. Separation of the placenta from the uterine wall

  3. Increased cough reflex

  4. Normal blood pressure during shock

The correct answer is: Separation of the placenta from the uterine wall

Abruptio placentae is characterized by the separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before delivery. This condition can lead to significant maternal and fetal complications and can manifest with symptoms such as abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and, in more severe cases, fetal distress. The detachment can occur partially or completely, and it often occurs in the third trimester. This condition is critical to recognize because it may necessitate urgent medical intervention to manage the risks to both the mother and the fetus. Other choices do not directly reflect the defining characteristics of abruptio placentae; hypotension, increased cough reflex, and normal blood pressure during shock are not inherent features of this condition.

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