You are attending a pregnant patient who believes she is in labor. Suddenly, she reports a very large "gush of water" from her vagina. You suspect:

A) ruptured amniotic membrane.
B) spontaneous abortion.
C) placenta previa.
D) pre-term delivery.


Answer: A

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