Abruptio placenta occurs when:

A. the placenta prematurely separates from the uterine wall.
B. a tear in the placenta causes severe internal hemorrhage.
C. the placenta affixes itself to the outer layer of the uterus.
D. the placenta develops over and covers the cervical opening.


Answer: A. the placenta prematurely separates from the uterine wall.

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