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5 Gynecologic Emergencies Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 5 Gynecologic Emergencies, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

A patient with possible pregnancy has signs of shock and severe pelvic pain. Stabilization and urgent consultation should take priority over waiting for imaging.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
True or false
1 point

Emergency contraception also prevents sexually transmitted infections.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

03
Choose one
1 point

A reproductive-aged patient presents with acute pelvic pain and uses contraception. Which approach to pregnancy assessment is most appropriate?

  1. A

    Only test if the patient reports a missed period.

  2. B

    Obtain a pregnancy test early, even if contraception is used.

  3. C

    Wait until ultrasound confirms a possible pregnancy.

  4. D

    Test only if the patient has a history of ectopic pregnancy.

04
Choose one
1 point

A patient has sudden one-sided pelvic pain with nausea. Ultrasound shows normal Doppler blood flow, but clinical concern for adnexal torsion remains significant. What is the best next step?

  1. A

    Normal Doppler flow rules out torsion, so discharge is appropriate.

  2. B

    Repeat Doppler imaging until blood flow is absent.

  3. C

    Seek urgent gynecologic consultation if suspicion remains significant.

  4. D

    Wait for imaging to prove torsion before consulting a specialist.

05
Fill in the blank
1 point

In suspected adnexal torsion, normal Doppler blood flow .

06
Written response
1 point

A patient treated as an outpatient for pelvic inflammatory disease has not improved. Within how many hours should reassessment occur?

07
Choose all
1 point

Which actions are consistent with trauma-informed care after a sexual assault? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Explain options and ask permission before each examination step.

  2. B

    Require forensic evidence collection before providing medical care.

  3. C

    Let the patient decide whether to have an examination or forensic evidence collected.

  4. D

    Provide medical care whether or not the patient reports to law enforcement.

  5. E

    Delay urgent treatment until an advocate or forensic examiner is available.

08
Fill in the blank
1 point

When HIV nPEP is indicated, start it as soon as possible and no later than hours after exposure; continue the course for days.

09
Choose one
1 point

A patient at risk for an STI has pelvic pain with no better explanation. Examination shows uterine tenderness but no cervical-motion or adnexal tenderness. What approach is supported?

  1. A

    Wait for all three types of tenderness and positive STI test results.

  2. B

    Consider empiric PID treatment when there is no better explanation for pelvic pain and at least one specified tenderness finding.

  3. C

    Treat only if fever and abnormal discharge are both present.

  4. D

    Exclude PID unless ultrasound shows a tubo-ovarian abscess.

10
Written response
1 point

In a patient at risk for an STI, pelvic pain has no better explanation. Name one type of tenderness that can support empiric PID treatment.

11
Choose all
1 point

Which circumstances support hospital care for a patient with pelvic inflammatory disease? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    A surgical emergency cannot be excluded.

  2. B

    A tubo-ovarian abscess or pregnancy is present.

  3. C

    The illness is severe, including vomiting or high fever.

  4. D

    The patient has mild symptoms and can reliably follow and tolerate outpatient care.

  5. E

    Outpatient treatment cannot be followed or tolerated.

12
Open ended
1 point

A patient reports bleeding after menopause. Describe the recommended initial evaluation for most such patients and explain why prompt evaluation is important.

13
Choose one
1 point

A stable, nonpregnant patient presents with acute abnormal uterine bleeding. Which general treatment approach is often considered first when appropriate?

  1. A

    Proceed directly to surgery in every case.

  2. B

    Avoid treatment until the bleeding pattern has continued for several months.

  3. C

    Consider medical therapy first when appropriate, while assessing severity and cause.

  4. D

    Assume bleeding is nonpregnancy-related without checking pregnancy status.

14
Written response
1 point

For suspected gynecologic causes of acute pelvic pain, what is the usual first imaging study?

15
True or false
1 point

A stable patient has a positive pregnancy test, but an early ultrasound does not establish the pregnancy’s location. Serial hCG measurements and repeat ultrasound may be needed.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

16
Written response
1 point

Emergency contraception should be used as soon as possible and within a maximum of how many days after unprotected intercourse? Enter the number of days.

17
Choose one
1 point

For a reproductive-aged patient with vaginal or uterine bleeding, which step should be taken before labeling the bleeding as nonpregnancy-related abnormal uterine bleeding?

  1. A

    Classify the bleeding as nonpregnancy-related before checking pregnancy status.

  2. B

    Exclude pregnancy before labeling the bleeding as nonpregnancy-related abnormal uterine bleeding.

  3. C

    Assume pregnancy is excluded if contraception is being used.

  4. D

    Wait for ultrasound before performing a pregnancy test.

18
Choose one
1 point

A patient reports bleeding after menopause. According to the updated guidance described in the material, which initial evaluation is recommended for most such patients?

  1. A

    Reassure the patient because benign causes are common

  2. B

    Use endometrial tissue sampling only if ultrasound is abnormal

  3. C

    Include both transvaginal ultrasound and endometrial tissue sampling in the initial evaluation for most patients

  4. D

    Defer evaluation unless bleeding becomes heavy

19
Choose one
1 point

A patient who has experienced sexual assault requests medical care and is unsure about a forensic examination. Which approach best supports patient-centered care?

  1. A

    Collect forensic evidence before discussing options so care is not delayed

  2. B

    Explain options and ask permission before each step, allowing the patient to decide about examination and evidence collection

  3. C

    Require a forensic examination before treating injuries

  4. D

    Contact law enforcement before asking what care the patient wants

20
Choose one
1 point

A patient with acute pelvic pain has signs of shock and possible ongoing internal bleeding. What is the most appropriate immediate approach?

  1. A

    Obtain pelvic imaging before initiating treatment

  2. B

    Wait for laboratory results before arranging specialist care

  3. C

    Begin resuscitation and arrange urgent gynecologic and surgical consultation without delaying for imaging

  4. D

    Treat pain and discharge the patient if the initial examination is inconclusive