A woman with Rh-negative blood is administered RhoGAM following ...

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A woman with Rh-negative blood is administered RhoGAM following an abortion to prevent:
 
  a. Pregnancy-induced hypertension
  b. Isoimmunization in the mother
  c. Disseminated intravascular coagulation
  d. Isoimmunization in the fetus

Question 2

Which scenario suggests abruptio placentae?
 
  a. Ultrasound showing the placenta implanted in the lower uterine segment
  b. Painless, bright-red bleeding in the last 3 months of pregnancy
  c. Tender, rigid uterus in the last trimester
  d. Bleeding at 12 weeks

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
An Rh-negative mother who carries an Rh-positive fetus will develop antibodies against the fetus, which results in the destruction of the fetal blood cells. It is the mother, rather than the fetus, who becomes isoimmunized.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Blood trapped behind the separating placenta in abruptio placentae causes severe abdominal pain. The uterus feels rigid and tender. It is most common in the last trimester of pregnancy.

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