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Third Trimester Bleed
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A 32-year old, G4P3 presents with painful vaginal bleeding. She describes lower abdominal pain and has noticed frequent uterine contractions. She is currently at 39 weeks gestation. History reveals pregnancy induced hypertension. The patient has been smoking cigarettes throughout the pregnancy.
An ultrasound is completed before the pelvic exam. The reason for this is:
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