Group B Streptococcus (GBS)is Part of the Normal Vaginal Flora

question 1

Multiple Choice

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is part of the normal vaginal flora in 20% to 30% of healthy pregnant women.GBS has been associated with poor pregnancy outcomes and is an important factor in neonatal morbidity and mortality.Which finding is not a risk factor for neonatal GBS infection?

• A) Positive prenatal culture
• B) Preterm birth at 37 weeks or less of gestation
• C) Maternal temperature of 38° C or higher
• D) Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) 24 hours or longer before the birth

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