A pregnant woman at 34 weeks has painless bright red vaginal bleeding. What should be avoided until ultrasound excludes a low-lying placenta?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. A digital vaginal examination
- Step 1: Placenta previa can bleed heavily if the cervix is examined by hand.
Answer
A digital vaginal examination.
Why not the others: The other measures are part of the standard assessment.
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