C-OBE Practice Questions - Obstetric Emergencies Exam - C-OBE Practice Questions

Question 1

A laboring patient at 38 weeks has a history of class III obesity, chronic hypertension, and pregestational diabetes. Which finding from her medical history is MOST important for stratifying her risk of an obstetric emergency on admission?

Combined cardiometabolic risk factors that compound risk for preeclampsia, hemorrhage, and shoulder dystocia Maternal blood type O positive without antibodies Use of prenatal vitamins throughout pregnancy History of two prior uncomplicated vaginal deliveries

Correct Answer:

Combined cardiometabolic risk factors that compound risk for preeclampsia, hemorrhage, and shoulder dystocia

Question 2

Which set of vital sign trends in a postpartum patient should trigger activation of a Maternal Early Warning System (MEWS)?

Sustained HR >120, systolic BP <90, RR >30, oxygen saturation <95% Heart rate 88, systolic BP 118, respiratory rate 18, SpO2 99% Temperature 37.0 C with normal lochia Pain rated 3/10 controlled with scheduled acetaminophen

Correct Answer:

Sustained HR >120, systolic BP <90, RR >30, oxygen saturation <95%

Question 3

Which physiologic change of pregnancy MOST commonly masks early hemorrhagic shock until 1500-2000 mL of blood loss has occurred?

30-50% increase in plasma volume and compensatory tachycardia Decreased gastric motility Increased tidal volume Decreased serum albumin

Correct Answer:

30-50% increase in plasma volume and compensatory tachycardia

Question 4

A pregnant patient at 28 weeks reports daily methamphetamine use. What is the MOST important immediate clinical concern?

Risk of hypertensive crisis, placental abruption, and intrauterine growth restriction Increased risk of gestational diabetes Anemia from iron deficiency Vitamin D insufficiency

Correct Answer:

Risk of hypertensive crisis, placental abruption, and intrauterine growth restriction

Question 5

A patient with sickle cell disease is admitted in labor. Which proactive plan BEST reduces risk of an obstetric emergency?

Maintain hydration, oxygenation, normothermia, and aggressive pain control with patient-controlled analgesia Restrict IV fluids to prevent volume overload Withhold opioids to prevent respiratory depression Encourage ambulation only with cool compresses

Correct Answer:

Maintain hydration, oxygenation, normothermia, and aggressive pain control with patient-controlled analgesia

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