ABOG Maternal-Fetal Medicine & Pregnancy Care — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which test is commonly used to assess fetal well-being in late pregnancy?
- Pap smear
- Non-stress test (NST) (Correct answer)
- Hysteroscopy
- Colposcopy
Correct answer: Non-stress test (NST)
A non-stress test (NST) is a common method to monitor fetal heart rate and assess fetal health in late pregnancy.
Question 2: Which hormone is crucial for maintaining pregnancy in the first trimester?
- Estrogen
- Progesterone (Correct answer)
- Oxytocin
- Testosterone
Correct answer: Progesterone
Progesterone helps maintain the uterine lining and prevents premature contractions, supporting early pregnancy.
Question 3: What is the primary risk factor for gestational diabetes?
- Excessive water intake
- Obesity (Correct answer)
- Increased protein consumption
- Low blood pressure
Correct answer: Obesity
Obesity is a leading risk factor for gestational diabetes, which can affect both maternal and fetal health during pregnancy.
Question 4: Which prenatal screening test detects chromosomal abnormalities?
- Blood glucose test
- Amniocentesis (Correct answer)
- Urinalysis
- Ultrasound only
Correct answer: Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a diagnostic test that analyzes fetal chromosomes to detect genetic disorders like Down syndrome.
Question 5: What is the purpose of folic acid supplementation during pregnancy?
- To increase fetal growth rate
- To prevent neural tube defects (Correct answer)
- To decrease maternal blood pressure
- To promote early labor
Correct answer: To prevent neural tube defects
Folic acid is essential for preventing neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, in the developing fetus.
Question 6: Which condition is a common cause of preterm labor?
- Infections (Correct answer)
- Excessive exercise
- High calcium intake
- Controlled hypertension
Correct answer: Infections
Infections, particularly urinary tract infections and bacterial vaginosis, can increase the risk of preterm labor and delivery.
ABOG Maternal-Fetal Medicine & Pregnancy Care
Which test is commonly used to assess fetal well-being in late pregnancy?