ATI NCLEX-RN Practice Questions Practice Question

The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. Which diagnostic test is most likely to be ordered?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ultrasound confirms the location of the pregnancy (e.g. outside the uterus) and serial serum hCG levels help diagnose ectopic pregnancy by showing abnormal doubling patterns. Both tests are commonly ordered.

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