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Induced and Therapeutic Abortion Overview

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Which of the following is a condition that may lead to a therapeutic abortion?

Osteoporosis

Severe hypertension (correct)

Hyperthyroidism

Diabetes

What is the term used to describe the loss of three or more consecutive pregnancies?

Premature birth

Preeclampsia

Ectopic pregnancy

Recurrent abortion (correct)

In which of the following cases is termination of pregnancy necessary?

To prevent grave permanent injury to the mother's health (correct)

To prevent minor depression

To avoid temporary discomfort for the mother

To enhance the physical health of the mother

What is a potential cause of recurrent abortion?

Genetic disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which factor would NOT generally contribute to the need for an elective abortion?

Regular prenatal check-ups Signup and view all the answers

What type of infection can be a cause for recurrent abortion?

Urinary tract infection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of spontaneous abortion?

Ingestion of non-teratogenic drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of threatened abortion?

Possible loss of products of conception occurring between 16 to 24 weeks gestation Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a blighted ovum?

Small macerated fetus or absence of fetus within an open sac Signup and view all the answers

How is threatened abortion differentiated from other types of spontaneous abortion?

Closed cervix and soft uterus with slight cramping Signup and view all the answers

Which condition indicates the need for treatment to remove pregnancy tissue in the uterus?

Spontaneous abortion Signup and view all the answers

How does counseling play a role in the management of miscarriage?

Counseling helps with emotional healing after miscarriage Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between an imminent or inevitable abortion and a complete abortion?

The inability to save the fetus Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of management for an imminent or inevitable abortion?

Avoiding complications of infection or excessive blood loss Signup and view all the answers

What are common signs and symptoms of a complete abortion?

History of vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, and passage of tissue Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to advise the couple not to engage in coitus up to 2 weeks after bleeding has stopped following a miscarriage?