Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Fifth Edition

Lawrence Impey, Tim Child

Multiple Choice Questions

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Chapter 20, Question 1.


1. Regarding hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, which of the following are true?

A ‘Significant’ proteinuria is ≥0.3 g/24 h.

B When blood pressure is >140/90 mmHg prior to 20 weeks, pregnancy-induced hypertension is the most common diagnosis.

C Eclampsia may present in the absence of hypertension.

D A urinary protein: creatinine ratio >10 mg/nmol is considered significant.

E Pre-eclampsia is cured only by delivery.

F None of the above.