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Maternal Complications Nursing Exam
Questions And Answers With Verified Rationales
2026/27 Qs & Ans | Digital Pdf Download
1. The most common cause of maternal mortality worldwide is:
A. Infection
B. Hypertension
C. Postpartum hemorrhage
D. Diabetes
Rationale: Hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal death globally.
2. Postpartum hemorrhage is defined as blood loss greater than:
A. 200 mL
B. 300 mL
C. 500 mL vaginal delivery / 1000 mL cesarean
D. 100 mL
Rationale: Standard clinical definition varies by delivery type.
3. The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is:
A. Retained placenta
B. Trauma
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C. Uterine atony
D. Infection
Rationale: Failure of uterine contraction leads to bleeding.
4. First-line treatment for uterine atony is:
A. Antibiotics
B. Diuretics
C. Fundal massage and oxytocin
D. Steroids
Rationale: Stimulates uterine contraction.
5. A soft, boggy uterus indicates:
A. Normal healing
B. Infection
C. Uterine atony
D. Placental abruption
Rationale: Indicates poor uterine tone.
6. A key sign of hypovolemic shock is:
A. Hypertension
B. Warm skin
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C. Tachycardia and hypotension
D. Increased urine output
Rationale: Blood loss reduces perfusion.
7. First priority in maternal shock is:
A. Oral fluids
B. Pain control
C. IV fluids and oxygen
D. Feeding
Rationale: Restores circulation and oxygenation.
8. Placenta previa presents with:
A. Painful bleeding
B. No bleeding
C. Painless vaginal bleeding
D. Fever
Rationale: Placenta covers cervix.
9. Placental abruption presents with:
A. Painless bleeding
B. Painful bleeding and rigid uterus
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C. No bleeding
D. Mild spotting
Rationale: Premature separation causes pain.
10. Risk factor for placental abruption is:
A. Low BMI
B. Hypertension
C. Mild anemia
D. Short labor
Rationale: High BP damages placental vessels.
11. Uterine rupture is most associated with:
A. First pregnancy
B. Previous cesarean scar
C. Infection only
D. Normal labor
Rationale: Scar weakens uterine wall.
12. A classic sign of uterine rupture is:
A. Mild cramps
B. Headache
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Maternal Complications Nursing Exam
Questions And Answers With Verified Rationales
2026/27 Qs & Ans | Digital Pdf Download
1. The most common cause of maternal mortality worldwide is:
A. Infection
B. Hypertension
C. Postpartum hemorrhage
D. Diabetes
Rationale: Hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal death globally.
2. Postpartum hemorrhage is defined as blood loss greater than:
A. 200 mL
B. 300 mL
C. 500 mL vaginal delivery / 1000 mL cesarean
D. 100 mL
Rationale: Standard clinical definition varies by delivery type.
3. The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is:
A. Retained placenta
B. Trauma
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C. Uterine atony
D. Infection
Rationale: Failure of uterine contraction leads to bleeding.
4. First-line treatment for uterine atony is:
A. Antibiotics
B. Diuretics
C. Fundal massage and oxytocin
D. Steroids
Rationale: Stimulates uterine contraction.
5. A soft, boggy uterus indicates:
A. Normal healing
B. Infection
C. Uterine atony
D. Placental abruption
Rationale: Indicates poor uterine tone.
6. A key sign of hypovolemic shock is:
A. Hypertension
B. Warm skin
2
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C. Tachycardia and hypotension
D. Increased urine output
Rationale: Blood loss reduces perfusion.
7. First priority in maternal shock is:
A. Oral fluids
B. Pain control
C. IV fluids and oxygen
D. Feeding
Rationale: Restores circulation and oxygenation.
8. Placenta previa presents with:
A. Painful bleeding
B. No bleeding
C. Painless vaginal bleeding
D. Fever
Rationale: Placenta covers cervix.
9. Placental abruption presents with:
A. Painless bleeding
B. Painful bleeding and rigid uterus
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C. No bleeding
D. Mild spotting
Rationale: Premature separation causes pain.
10. Risk factor for placental abruption is:
A. Low BMI
B. Hypertension
C. Mild anemia
D. Short labor
Rationale: High BP damages placental vessels.
11. Uterine rupture is most associated with:
A. First pregnancy
B. Previous cesarean scar
C. Infection only
D. Normal labor
Rationale: Scar weakens uterine wall.
12. A classic sign of uterine rupture is:
A. Mild cramps
B. Headache
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