A complication of pregnancy with premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall, resulting in either premature birth or fetal death, is:
A) placenta previa.
B) ectopic pregnancy.
C) eclampsia.
D) abruptio placentae.

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Premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall, resulting in premature birth or fetal death is the definition of abruptio placentae. Placenta previa is a different complication involving the placenta implanting in the lower part of the uterus rather than the upper part. Ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus, and eclampsia is a serious complication of pregnancy involving seizures and high blood pressure.

A Complication of Pregnancy with Premature Separation of the Placenta