The Practitioner Is Evaluating a Woman Who Is at High

question 1

Multiple Choice

The practitioner is evaluating a woman who is at high risk for an ectopic pregnancy. The β-hCG level is far above the level expected for an intrauterine pregnancy and there is no intrauterine sac seen on ultrasound. Which is the appropriate interpretation of the information?

• A) An ectopic pregnancy should be of high concern.
• B) The findings could indicate a psuedogestational sac.
• C) An intrauterine pregnancy is possible and likely to be very early.
• D) The findings are insignificant and further testing needs completed.

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