Question

Warning S/S preterm labor means

a. Increased fetal movements, abdominal pain, and contractions
b. Vaginal bleeding, rupture of membranes, and decreased fetal movements
c. Persistent vomiting, decreased fetal heart rate, and uterine cramping
d. Low backache, pelvic pressure, and regular uterine contractions

Answer 1

Signs of preterm labor include low backache, pelvic pressure, and regular uterine contractions. The bloody show and potential PPROM indicate imminent labor. True labor entails contractions that increase in frequency and intensity.

Step-by-step explanation:

Warning signs and symptoms of preterm labor include low backache, pelvic pressure, and regular uterine contractions. True labor is marked by regular contractions that do not stop with hydration or rest and become more frequent and powerful over time. This is due to stretching of the myometrium and cervix by a near-term fetus, which triggers uterine contractions. The bloody show, loss of the mucus plug, accompanied by a small amount of blood, is another sign that labor is imminent. Additionally, Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes (PPROM) is a condition where the amniotic sac leaks fluid before 38 weeks of gestation and can lead to labor commencing within 48 hours of membrane rupture.