18 Questions
Which of the following is a condition that may lead to a therapeutic abortion?
Severe hypertension
What is the term used to describe the loss of three or more consecutive pregnancies?
Recurrent abortion
In which of the following cases is termination of pregnancy necessary?
To prevent grave permanent injury to the mother's health
What is a potential cause of recurrent abortion?
Genetic disorder
Which factor would NOT generally contribute to the need for an elective abortion?
Regular prenatal check-ups
What type of infection can be a cause for recurrent abortion?
Urinary tract infection
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of spontaneous abortion?
Ingestion of non-teratogenic drugs
What is the definition of threatened abortion?
Possible loss of products of conception occurring between 16 to 24 weeks gestation
What characterizes a blighted ovum?
Small macerated fetus or absence of fetus within an open sac
How is threatened abortion differentiated from other types of spontaneous abortion?
Closed cervix and soft uterus with slight cramping
Which condition indicates the need for treatment to remove pregnancy tissue in the uterus?
Spontaneous abortion
How does counseling play a role in the management of miscarriage?
Counseling helps with emotional healing after miscarriage
What is the main difference between an imminent or inevitable abortion and a complete abortion?
The inability to save the fetus
Why is it advised for a client to have bed rest until three days after bleeding has stopped after experiencing a miscarriage?
To avoid complications of infection
What is the main focus of management for an imminent or inevitable abortion?
Avoiding complications of infection or excessive blood loss
What are common signs and symptoms of a complete abortion?
History of vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, and passage of tissue
Why is it important to advise the couple not to engage in coitus up to 2 weeks after bleeding has stopped following a miscarriage?
To avoid complications of infection
What is the primary goal of managing a complete abortion?
Avoid excessive blood loss and infection
Explore the concept of induced and therapeutic abortions, including reasons for each and medical conditions that may necessitate a therapeutic abortion. Learn about the differences between elective and therapeutic abortions.
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