Question

A 28-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks' gestation presents with excessive vomiting, weight loss, and ketonuria. Which is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

IV fluids and antiemetics (e.g. cyclizine)

Answer

Reassurance and dietary advice only

Answer

Immediate parenteral nutrition

Answer

Oral metoclopramide only

Answer

Terminate pregnancy

Practice question

A 28-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks' gestation presents with excessive vomiting, weight loss, and ketonuria. Which is the most appropriate initial management?