18 Questions
What is a possible contributing factor to ectopic pregnancy based on the text?
Presence of intrauterine contraception
Which of the following is a symptom of ectopic pregnancy rupture or hemorrhage according to the text?
Referred pain to the shoulder
What diagnostic testing method assists in diagnosing an ectopic pregnancy?
Transvaginal ultrasound
Which factor mentioned in the text interferes with tubal motility?
Cigarette smoking
Which age group is at a higher risk for ectopic pregnancy according to the text?
Older than 35 years old
What role does the use of progestin-only mini pill play in ectopic pregnancy as per the text?
Slows ovum transport
What does the visualization of an adnexal mass and the absence of an intrauterine gestational sac diagnose?
Ectopic pregnancy
In a normal intrauterine pregnancy, how often do beta-hCG levels typically double?
Every 2 to 4 days
When do beta-hCG levels peak in a normal intrauterine pregnancy?
60 to 90 days after conception
What condition can be suggested by low beta-hCG levels?
Ectopic pregnancy
Apart from ectopic pregnancy, what is mentioned as a condition to rule out with additional tests?
Appendicitis
What is the focus of nursing management for a woman with an ectopic pregnancy?
Preparing for treatment, providing support, and offering education
What does the term 'ectopic' mean in relation to pregnancy?
Implanting of a fertilized egg in an abnormal location outside the uterine cavity
Why can ectopic pregnancy lead to organ rupture?
The abnormal implantation site does not accommodate fetal growth
What is the main risk factor for ectopic pregnancies in the general population?
Tubal scarring due to pelvic inflammatory disease
Why do Neisseria gonorrhea and Chlamydia trachomatis infections pose a risk for ectopic pregnancies?
They preferentially attack the fallopian tubes
What does an ectopic pregnancy refer to?
Pregnancy where the embryo implants outside the uterine cavity
How does abnormal implantation in an ectopic pregnancy differ from normal implantation?
Abnormal implantation occurs outside the uterine cavity
Learn about ectopic pregnancy, which occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus. Understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition.
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