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Question 1 of 5

A patient is being treated for preterm labor. Which beta-adrenergic medication is administered orally to decrease uterine contractions?

A. Magnesium sulfate

B. Oxytocin (Pitocin)

C. Nifedipine (Procardia)

D. Terbutaline (Brethine)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Terbutaline (Brethine)

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following lifestyle modifications is most appropriate for managing GORD during pregnancy?

A. Increase fluid intake while consuming food to relieve the burning sensation

B. Not lying down straight after finishing a meal

C. Eat large meals to suppress acid from coming up

D. Drinking carbonated beverages to increase stomach pH and help digestion

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Not lying down straight after finishing a meal

Question 3 of 5

A pregnant woman is experiencing nausea and vomiting in her first trimester of pregnancy. Which herbal agent has traditionally been used as an antiemetic?

A. Ginger

B. Garlic

C. Ginkgo biloba

D. Green tea

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ginger

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the possible causes of GORD in pregnancy?

A. relaxation of the lower oesophageal sphincter

B. Increased gastric motility

C. Expansion of the uterus and pressure on the stomach

D. blunted lower oesophageal sphincter response to stimuli such as a protein-rich meal

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Increased gastric motility

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following medications is considered a Galactagogue?

A. Metformin

B. Magnesium

C. Metoclopramide

D. Morphine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Metoclopramide

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