Pregnancy | MCQs

Explanation

The average length of pregnancy is 9 months 240 days and 40 weeks.

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concept

Pregnancy is counted from the first day of your last menstrual period.

This means an extra 2 weeks are counted at the beginning of your pregnancy when you aren't actually pregnant.

So pregnancy lasts 10 months (40 weeks)

—not 9 months—because of these extra weeks.

Explanation

Metformin is the first-line oral anti-diabetic medication for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) that is not well-controlled with dietary measures.

It is safe to use during pregnancy and has been shown to reduce the risk of complications for both the mother and the baby.

Explanation

The antimalarial that can be given safely in pregnancy is Chloroquine.

Chloroquine is generally considered safe and effective for treating malaria during pregnancy.

Explanation

 The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus, and this is where a fertilized embryo implants to begin pregnancy.

Explanation

A period of three months is called a Trimester. Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, which are:

• First Trimester: Consists of 01-12 weeks.
• Second Trimester: Consists of 13-27 weeks.
• Third Trimester: Consists of 28-40 weeks.

Explanation

Gains more weight in the last 10 weeks of gestation than in the first 30 weeks

Fetuses tend to gain more weight in the later stages of pregnancy as they grow rapidly.

The heart is the first organ to form in the developing fetus.

The heart is formed after one month of pregnancy.

Explanation

Heparin is generally considered safe during pregnancy.

It is the anticoagulant (blood thinner) of choice for many pregnant women

Warfarin is contraindicated in pregnancy due to its potential teratogenic effects,

While aspirin and clopidogrel may be used in certain situations but require careful monitoring.

Explanation

Abortion is the termination of pregnancy by the removal of an embryo or fetus.

This can be done by taking medications or having a procedure.

Deciding to have an abortion is a personal and medical decision.

Explanation

Almost all organs are completely formed by about 10 weeks after fertilization (which equals 12 weeks of pregnancy).

The exceptions are the brain and spinal cord, which continue to form and develop throughout pregnancy.

Most malformations (birth defects) occur during the period when organs are forming.

Explanation

Antiphospholipid antibodies are the risk factor for preeclampsia.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune disorder

That is associated with pregnancy complications, including:

• preeclampsia
• thrombosis
• autoimmune thrombocytopenia
• fetal growth restriction
• fetal loss