2020 P2 Q78
Q1. Which one of the following is NOT a sign of separation of placenta?
- Uterus becomes globular, firm and ballotable
- The fundal height reduces further
- Slight bulging in the suprapubic region
- Apparent lengthening of the cord with slight gush of vaginal bleeding
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
PYQ 2020–2025 — page 58
2023 P2 Q47
Q2. Which are the parts of active management of the third stage of labor?
1. Injection oxytocin 10 units IM within 1 minute of delivery of baby
2. Injection oxytocin 10 units IM at the birth of the first twin in twin pregnancy
3. Controlled cord traction
4. Delayed cord clamping as per indications
Select the correct answer using the code:
- 1, 2 and 3
- 1, 3 and 4
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 2 and 4
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
PYQ 2020–2025 — page 253
2022 P2 Q52
Q3. Which of the following are indications for early clamping of umbilical cord at delivery?
1. Rh incompatibility
2. Baby born to a diabetic mother
3. Maternal anemia
4. Birth asphyxia
Select the correct answer using the code:
- 1, 2 and 3
- 1, 2 and 4
- 1, 3 and 4
- 2, 3 and 4
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
PYQ 2020–2025 — page 190
2025 P2 Q56
Q4. The Matthews Duncan process has been described for:
- marginal separation of placenta in normal labour
- central separation of placenta in normal labour
- controlled contraction in active management of third stage of labour
- reposition of acute inversion of uterus following vaginal delivery
Answer & explanation — reveal it in the interactive practice above.
PYQ 2020–2025 — page 443
