A Condition in Which the Placenta Forms in the Lower

question 50

Multiple Choice

A condition in which the placenta forms in the lower half of the uterus and covers the cervix, which may result in premature birth or maternal hemorrhage, is called ________.

• A) cesarean section
• B) neural tube
• C) colostrum
• D) placenta previa

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Definitions:

Likert Scale

A psychometric scale commonly involved in research that employs questionnaires. It is used for assessing attitudes by asking respondents to rate their level of agreement with a statement using a choice scale.

Attitudes

A settled way of thinking or feeling about something, typically reflected in a person's behavior.

Sympathetic Arousal

A component of the autonomic nervous system's response preparing the body for fight-or-flight reactions to perceived threats, characterized by increased heart rate, blood pressure, and energy mobilization.

Self-handicapping Strategy

Behavioral or psychological tactics employed by individuals to prevent self-blame by generating excuses or hindrances to performance in anticipation of potential failure.