Regular Painful Uterine Contractions in Obstetrics & Gynecology — Case | General Gynecology | SMLE Q#12369

SMLE Question #12369

Obstetrics & Gynecology General Gynecology

Objective: OBJ-ETH-STERIL

Last updated: February 2026
A 22-year-old primigravida with type 1 diabetes mellitus at 32 weeks’ gestation presents with regular painful uterine contractions every 8 minutes for 3 hours. She reports no vaginal bleeding and no fluid leakage. Abdominal examination confirms contractions. Pelvic examination shows a long, firm, closed cervix with no effacement. What is the most appropriate antenatal management at this time?

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