Approximate cost to attend the University of Kentucky for the 2012â13 academic year is $33,300 for an outâofâstate student. This includes: $19,998 for tuition and fees. $10,200 for the average cost of room and board. $800 for books and supplies. $2,302 for miscellaneous and travel expenses.
Highlights. 1  Preterm labor occurs when uterine contractions begin to open the cervix before 37 weeks of pregnancy. 2  Terbutaline is a type of betamimetic used to stop contractions and delay the labor process. 3  Terbutaline may be effective in delaying preterm labor for several hours or days.
Contractions During Pregnancy: What to Expect. Contractions During Pregnancy: What to Expect. Regular contractions may mean that your uterine muscle is tightening (Braxton Hicks contractions) or that you are in labor. It may be hard to tell the difference between Braxton Hicks contractions and true labor. If there is any doubt, call your doctor.