A Woman Is 16 Weeks Pregnant and Has Elected to Terminate

question 1

Multiple Choice

A woman is 16 weeks pregnant and has elected to terminate her pregnancy.The nurse knows that the most common technique used for medical termination of a pregnancy in the second trimester is:

• A)Administration of prostaglandins
• B)Instillation of hypertonic saline into the uterine cavity
• C)IV administration of Pitocin
• D)Vacuum aspiration

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Definitions:

Medullary Cavity

The central cavity within bones where marrow, which produces blood cells, is stored.

Compact Bone

The denser, stronger outer layer of bone tissue that provides strength and protection to the bone structure.

Joint Inflammation

The swelling and irritation of a joint, often featuring pain, redness, and restricted movement, typically a sign of arthritis or other joint disorders.

Coccyx

A small, triangular-shaped bone consisting of three to five fused vertebrae.