Termination of Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
termination of pregnancy
A
termination of pregnancy before 24 weeks
2
Q
what can legally approve an abortion
A
two medical practitioners
one medical practitioner in an emergency
3
Q
what are the criteria for getting an abortion
A
- continuing pregnancy will affect mother’s mental or physical health
- continuing pregnancy will cause great harm to foetus
- pregnancy is under 24 weeks and continuing will cause harm to mother’s mental/physical health
4
Q
management
A
<9 weeks - mifepristone
<13 weeks - surgical dilatation and suction
>15 weeks - surgical dilation and evacuation
5
Q
how could an infection arise from an abortion
A
some of the contents is pushed back
6
Q
how long can it be positive for
A
4 weeks
