Ectopic Pregnancy Overview
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What is a possible contributing factor to ectopic pregnancy based on the text?

  • Presence of intrauterine contraception (correct)
  • Exposure to X-ray radiation
  • High levels of serum beta-hCG
  • Constant monitoring of estrogen levels
  • Which of the following is a symptom of ectopic pregnancy rupture or hemorrhage according to the text?

  • Migraine headache
  • Referred pain to the shoulder (correct)
  • Increased appetite
  • Pain in the upper back
  • What diagnostic testing method assists in diagnosing an ectopic pregnancy?

  • Pulmonary function test
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Transvaginal ultrasound (correct)
  • Which factor mentioned in the text interferes with tubal motility?

    <p>Cigarette smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is at a higher risk for ectopic pregnancy according to the text?

    <p>Older than 35 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the use of progestin-only mini pill play in ectopic pregnancy as per the text?

    <p>Slows ovum transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the visualization of an adnexal mass and the absence of an intrauterine gestational sac diagnose?

    <p>Ectopic pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a normal intrauterine pregnancy, how often do beta-hCG levels typically double?

    <p>Every 2 to 4 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do beta-hCG levels peak in a normal intrauterine pregnancy?

    <p>60 to 90 days after conception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition can be suggested by low beta-hCG levels?

    <p>Ectopic pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from ectopic pregnancy, what is mentioned as a condition to rule out with additional tests?

    <p>Appendicitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of nursing management for a woman with an ectopic pregnancy?

    <p>Preparing for treatment, providing support, and offering education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ectopic' mean in relation to pregnancy?

    <p>Implanting of a fertilized egg in an abnormal location outside the uterine cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can ectopic pregnancy lead to organ rupture?

    <p>The abnormal implantation site does not accommodate fetal growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main risk factor for ectopic pregnancies in the general population?

    <p>Tubal scarring due to pelvic inflammatory disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do Neisseria gonorrhea and Chlamydia trachomatis infections pose a risk for ectopic pregnancies?

    <p>They preferentially attack the fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an ectopic pregnancy refer to?

    <p>Pregnancy where the embryo implants outside the uterine cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does abnormal implantation in an ectopic pregnancy differ from normal implantation?

    <p>Abnormal implantation occurs outside the uterine cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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