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Preterm and Term Prelabor Rupture of Membranes (PPROM and PROM)

Prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM) occurs when the fetal membranes rupture before the onset of labor contractions. This condition can lead to spontaneous labor or, if labor does not begin, increase the risk of complications such as intraamniotic infection and placental abruption, particularly at term. When PROM occurs before 37 weeks gestation, it is classified as preterm PROM (PPROM), posing unique challenges in managing the risk of prematurity alongside potential complications for the mother and child. PROM can arise from various causes, including membrane weakening, intraamniotic pressure, infection, and other stressors with risk factors like a history of PROM, short cervical length, and certain lifestyle factors. Management depends largely on gestational age, with delivery often recommended after 37 weeks and more conservative approaches taken for PPROM to balance fetal development with the risk of infection. This activity for healthcare professionals enhances participants’ competence in identifying PROM and PPROM risk factors, accurately assessing clinical presentations, and utilizing the latest evaluation and management protocols. Learners gain insights into implementing strategies considering gestational age and maternal-fetal health, such as corticosteroid administration, antibiotics, and expectant management in PPROM cases to reduce neonatal risks. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of interprofessional collaboration with obstetricians, neonatologists, and nurses to deliver comprehensive care, thus optimizing outcomes for mothers and neonates.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 creditsPharmacyUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 2 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 8 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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Listed by the provider

  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left