Using Nägele's Rule, What Is the Estimated Delivery Date of a Patient

question 27

Multiple Choice

Using Nägele's rule, what is the estimated delivery date of a patient whose last menstrual period started on December 1?

• A) August 1
• B) August 10
• C) September 4
• D) September 8

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Definitions:

Prostatic Hypertrophy

An enlargement of the prostate gland, common in older men, that can cause urinary problems.

Prostate Gland

A chestnut-shaped gland that surrounds the beginning of the urethra in the male.

Dilation And Curettage

A surgical procedure where the cervix is dilated and a special instrument is used to scrape the uterine lining for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.

Tampons

Absorbent materials inserted into the vagina to absorb menstrual blood.