Your pregnant patient had sudden, bright red vaginal bleeding. She has no abdominal pain or cramping, has cool, clammy skin and an increased heart rate, and tells you that she can still feel the baby moving. She likely has

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Placenta previa is characterized by sudden, painless, bright red vaginal bleeding during the second half of pregnancy. The absence of abdominal pain or cramping and the presence of fetal movement are consistent with this condition, unlike the other options which typically present with pain or additional symptoms.

Your Pregnant Patient Had Sudden, Bright Red Vaginal Bleeding