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Title: Which statement is true of ectopic pregnancy? Post by: ljy5723 on Feb 6, 2018 Which statement is true of ectopic pregnancy?
a. A woman who has had an ectopic pregnancy will not be able to conceive again. b. The ovum will not develop, so there is no risk to the woman. c. The fertilized ovum is implanted outside of the uterus. d. The main sign is heavy vaginal bleeding. Title: Which statement is true of ectopic pregnancy? Post by: smzn on Feb 6, 2018 ANS: C
With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized ovum implants in tissue outside of the uterus, usually the fallopian tube. The woman is at risk for hemorrhage, shock, and death. Vaginal bleeding is often minimal because the blood loss is inside of the abdominal cavity and has no way to exit the body. Every effort is made to preserve an affected fallopian tube, and future conception possible with one fallopian tube. |