Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the recipient twin in a monochorionic twin gestation affected by twin-twin transfusion syndrome?
AHeart failure
BHypovolemia
CThrombosis
DPolyhydramnios
In pregnancies complicated by intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) with otherwise reassuring fetal surveillance, what is the recommended gestational age for planned delivery to optimize neonatal outcomes?
A39 weeks
B37 weeks
C40 weeks
D38 weeks
A 29-year-old G3P2 woman at 34 weeks' gestation is involved in a serious car accident, loses consciousness briefly, and presents to the emergency department awake and alert with a severe headache, abdominal, and pelvic pain. Her vital signs include a blood pressure of 150/90 mm Hg, heart rate of 120/min, temperature of 37.4°C (99.3°F), and respiratory rate of 22/min. Fetal heart rate is 155/min. Physical examination reveals minor bruises on the abdomen and limbs, blood in the vault upon vaginal inspection, and strong, frequent uterine contractions. Which of the following is most likely a complication of her current condition?
AIUGR
BSubarachnoid hemorrhage
CVasa previa
DDIC
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