A woman at 37 weeks with group B streptococcus on screening is in labour. What should be given?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Intravenous penicillin
- Step 1: Intrapartum penicillin prevents neonatal group B streptococcal infection. Answer: Intravenous penicillin. Why not the others: Oral metronidazole, No treatment and Oral amoxicillin after delivery don't fit.
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