Obstetric Haemorrhage

Indicate whether the following statements are True or False:

	T	F
APH is defined as bleeding from the genital tract after 28 weeks
Placenta accreta is a recognised cause of major APH especially in women with previous caesarean section
Ultrasound findings are often normal in abruption
Haematuria may be seen with scar rupture
Vasa praevia is commonly identified antenatally
Trauma is the commonest cause of PPH
APH is a risk factor for PPH
Ergometrine should not be given in presence of hypertension
Syntocinon should not be given in presence of hypertension
Active management of 3^rd stage reduces risk of PPH
Primary PPH is > 1000mls up to 24 hours
DIC is a 2 stage process resulting from consumption of clotting factors & subsequent bleeding
In PPH situation, you must wait for fully cross-matched blood when blood is required
'Hot' debrief will suffice in all situations

Please answer each row

False - APH is defined as bleeding from the genital tract after 28 weeks

TRUE - Placenta accreta is a recognised cause of major APH especially in women with previous caesarean section

TRUE - Ultrasound findings are often normal in abruption

TRUE - Haematuria may be seen with scar rupture>

False - Vasa praevia is commonly identified antenatally

False - Trauma is the commonest cause of PPH

TRUE - APH is a risk factor for PPH