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It is extremely rare for a woman to die in childbirth; however, it can happen. In the United States, the annual occurrence of maternal death is 12 per 100,000 cases of live birth. What are the leading causes of maternal death? A. Trauma and motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) B. Embolism and preeclampsia C. Underlying chronic conditions D. Hemorrhage and infection 1 points Save Answer

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Answer: A. Trauma and motor vehicle accidents (MVAs)

Explanation:

Most of the maternal injuries are because of motor vehicle accidents and falls. The maternal death due to trauma can be caused by the hemorrhagic shock or in case of abruption plancentae. The hemorrhagic shock can become a leading cause of miscarriage. The hemorrhagic shock will result in loss of circulating blood volume and oxygen carrying capacity of the body.