Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy
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What is the most common site of ectopic pregnancy?

  • Abdominal cavity
  • Neck of the uterus
  • Fallopian tube (correct)
  • Ovary

What is the approximate incidence of ectopic pregnancy?

  • 1-2% of all pregnancies (correct)
  • 3-4% of all pregnancies
  • 5-6% of all pregnancies
  • 0.1-0.5% of all pregnancies

What is the most common sign of internal bleeding in an ectopic pregnancy?

  • Shoulder tip pain (correct)
  • Diarrhea
  • Fainting or collapse
  • Pale skin

Which of the following is NOT a pre-disposing factor for ectopic pregnancy?

<p>Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can ectopic pregnancy be diagnosed?

<p>By detecting a hormone called chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the blood (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary diagnostic test for confirming an ectopic pregnancy?

<p>Transvaginal ultrasound (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of an ectopic pregnancy?

<p>Preterm labor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the surgical procedure performed to remove ectopic tissue through a small incision near the navel?

<p>Laparoscopy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about drug therapy for ectopic pregnancy is correct?

<p>Methotrexate is injected directly into the fallopian tube to dissolve existing cells. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended preventive measure for reducing the risk of ectopic pregnancy?

<p>Taking antibiotics regularly to prevent PID (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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