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  1. A patient at 36 weeks gestation presents with sudden onset severe abdominal pain, a rigid board-like uterus, and dark vaginal bleeding. Which condition is most likely?

    Answer: Abruptio placentae

    Abruptio placentae (placental abruption) classically presents with painful dark vaginal bleeding and uterine rigidity due to concealed or revealed retroplacental hemorrhage.

  2. A primigravida at 38 weeks presents with BP 162/112 mmHg, 3+ proteinuria, and severe headache. What is the priority pharmacological intervention?

    Answer: IV magnesium sulfate

    IV magnesium sulfate is the drug of choice for seizure prophylaxis in severe preeclampsia/eclampsia, reducing the risk of eclamptic convulsions.

  3. According to WHO classification, what birth weight defines a newborn as having low birth weight (LBW)?

    Answer: Less than 2.5 kg

    The WHO defines low birth weight as a birth weight of less than 2,500 grams (2.5 kg), regardless of gestational age.

  4. A postpartum nurse assesses lochia on day 2 and notes large clots with a foul-smelling odor. What is the priority action?

    Answer: Notify the physician immediately

    Large clots with a foul odor in lochia are abnormal and may indicate postpartum hemorrhage or uterine infection, requiring immediate medical evaluation.

  5. According to the UAE Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), which vaccines are administered to all newborns within 24 hours of birth?

    Answer: BCG and Hepatitis B

    In the UAE and WHO-recommended schedules, BCG (tuberculosis) and Hepatitis B vaccines are both administered within 24 hours of birth.

  6. A 2-year-old presents with a barking cough, inspiratory stridor, and low-grade fever. Which condition is most likely?

    Answer: Croup (laryngotracheobronchitis)

    Croup (laryngotracheobronchitis) is characterized by a distinctive barking or seal-like cough, inspiratory stridor, and mild fever, typically caused by parainfluenza virus.

  7. What is the normal resting heart rate range for a healthy term newborn?

    Answer: 100–160 bpm

    A normal resting heart rate for a term newborn is 100–160 bpm; rates below 100 bpm (bradycardia) or above 160 bpm at rest may require evaluation.

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