During an Ultrasound Examination, the Practitioner Notes a Subchorionic Hemorrhage

question 7

Multiple Choice

During an ultrasound examination, the practitioner notes a subchorionic hemorrhage (SCH) . The fetal heart rate remains detectable at rates greater than 100 beats per minute. Which is the most appropriate interpretation of the findings?

• A) The SCH indicates a missed abortion.
• B) The woman is likely going to experience fetal loss.
• C) The SCH is likely an insignificant finding.
• D) The woman is likely experiencing an ectopic pregnancy.

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