Match each term with its corresponding description or definition.
-a syndrome of postpartum mothers characterized by bacterial infection that progresses to septicemia
A)placenta previa
B)abruptio placentae
C)eclampsia
D)ectopic pregnancy
E)teratogen
F)preeclampsia
G)mastitis
H)puerperal fever

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Puerperal fever is a syndrome of postpartum mothers characterized by bacterial infection that progresses to septicemia.

Answer: G
 Mastitis is inflammation of the breast tissue that usually occurs from breastfeeding.

Answer: F
 Preeclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and damage to organs, usually the liver and kidneys.

Answer: B
 Abruptio placentae is a condition where the placenta detaches from the uterus before delivery.

Answer: E
 A teratogen is any agent that can cause birth defects.

Answer: A
 Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix, which can cause bleeding during pregnancy.

Answer: D
 An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube.

Answer: C
 Eclampsia is a severe complication of preeclampsia that involves seizures.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Description or Definition