A Patient Has Been Diagnosed with an Incompetent Cervix (The

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient has been diagnosed with an incompetent cervix (the cervix will not remain closed) . What treatment option will be incorporated into the plan of care for this patient?

• A) Bed rest throughout the pregnancy
• B) Wait and see approach to determine if the patient goes into preterm labor
• C) Preparation for cerclage procedure at 32 weeks' gestation
• D) More frequent ultrasounds to assess progression of pregnancy

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