Which of these situations are considered contraindications to antenatal glucocorticoids when
a woman is in preterm labor? Select all that apply.
a. Cord prolapse
b. Chorioamnionitis
c. Presence of twin fetuses
d. Cervical dilation of 2.5 cm
e. Abruptio placentae
a, b, e
Antenatal glucocorticoids are contraindicated if there is medical indication for immediate
delivery, such as cord prolapse, chorioamnionitis, or abruptio placentae.
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