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If there is no diabetes in my family why do I need to be tested for diabetes?

• your baby could be diabetic
   
• because pregnancy can cause diabetes and early diagnosis and treatment reduces complications
   
• everyone becomes a little diabetic in pregnancy
   

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Why are moms tested for Group B Strep between 35 and 37 weeks of pregnancy?

• all pregnant women have Group B Strep and must be tested
   
• Group B Strep is a common genital bacterium that can be passed to the baby causing severe illness
   
• this bacterium can cause a serious sore throat
   

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What is a biophysical profile?

• an ultrasound that determines the well being of the fetus by evaluating fetal movement, heart rate, muscle tone and breathing patterns
   
• a determination of the weight of the fetus against the size of the pelvis
   
• a determination of the internal organs of the baby
   

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What is a non-stress test?

• This is a test that can tell how much stress the mother is experiencing from her pregnancy
   
• This is a test to monitor the baby's heartbeat in response to its own movement
   
• A test to determine the baby's reaction to the stress of the mother
   

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Why is an amniocentesis done?

• To detect Down Syndrome, neural tube defects, and  a number of genetic and chromosomal disorders
   
• To determine the sex of the baby
   
• To determine the length and weight the baby will be at birth
   

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The following statements are true about ultrasound except for one. Which statement is untrue?

• Ultrasound can check the baby's heart rate, confirm fetal age and due date
• Can diagnose mutiple fetuses
• Every women has one
• Can screen for some abnormalities
• Monitor high-risk pregnancies
• Can determine baby's gender
   

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What is the best reason for HIV testing in all pregnant women?

• So a report can be made to the health department
   
• Early intervention means early treatment for the newborn giving a better prognosis
   
• For statistical purposes
   
• So the mother can go for counseling

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