The primary symptom present in abruptio placentae that distinguishes it from placenta previa is
a. Vaginal bleeding
b. Rupture of membranes
c. Presence of abdominal pain
d. Changes in maternal vital signs
C
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A Both may have vaginal bleeding.
B Rupture of membranes may occur with both conditions.
C Pain in abruptio placentae occurs in response to increased pressure behind the
placenta and within the uterus. Placenta previa manifests with painless vaginal
bleeding.
D Maternal vital signs may change with both if bleeding is pronounced.
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