Intervention to Reduce Preterm Birth Can Be Divided into Primary

question 7

Multiple Choice

Intervention to reduce preterm birth can be divided into primary prevention and secondary prevention. What does secondary prevention include?

• A) Diagnosis and treatment of infections
• B) Cervical cerclage
• C) Progesterone administration
• D) Antibiotic treatment and tocolysis

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Definitions:

Arnold Gesell

An American psychologist and pediatrician known for his work in child development and for establishing developmental milestones.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, especially his theory of cognitive development.

Built-In Reactions

Inherent responses present from birth that are physiologically based and do not need to be learned, such as reflexes or instinctive behaviors.

Reflexes

Automatic, involuntary responses or movements produced by the nervous system in reaction to external stimuli.