Perinatologist Corner - C.E.U/C.M.E. Modules
Preterm Labor and Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
Sponsored by The Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center
1 How to participate
For more details about how to participate in this C.E.U ./ C.M.E. program, see the Perinatologist Corner page. Also see specifics there on Goals, Sponsorship and Credit, and Disclosure .
Step 1: Goals and objectives
The student will understand the maternal and fetal consequences, methods and limitations of screening, and understand the management of Preterm Labor and Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
Objectives
The objectives for this module are:
- The student will understand the maternal and fetal consequences of Preterm Labor and Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
- The student will understand the methods and limitations of Preterm Labor and Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
- The student will understand the management of Preterm Labor and Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
Case scenario
Case 1
J.N., a 23 y/o G1P0 at 29 weeks by her dates consistent with a 9 week ultrasound, presents with an 8 hour history of uterine contractions. Her pregnancy has been uncomplicated to date. She relates that the contractions are not very strong, but they are persistent, and are occurring about every 5-10 minutes. She reports no leakage of fluid, no bleeding, and no urinary tract symptoms. Fetal movements are good.