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Latent phase of labour — DRCOG MCQ

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A 29-year-old primigravida at 40+2 weeks calls from home with painful tightenings every 8 minutes. Her membranes are intact, she is coping well and there has been no bleeding. Fetal movements are normal. What would you advise?

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Correct answer: D — Stay at home with support and call again if labour progresses

In early latent labour, a low-risk woman who is coping well can usually remain at home with clear safety-netting. Immediate hospital attendance may increase interventions without benefit. Antibiotics and induction are not indicated from the information given. The pearl is that advice should cover contractions, membrane rupture, bleeding and fetal movements.

Reference: NICE NG235