Question

A 29-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks' gestation presents with severe nausea and vomiting leading to 5% weight loss and ketonuria. What is the MOST appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Admit for IV fluids, electrolyte correction and antiemetics

Answer

Reassure and advise ginger and small meals only

Answer

Start corticosteroids immediately

Answer

Recommend termination of pregnancy

Answer

No treatment is required as this is normal in early pregnancy

Practice question

A 29-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks' gestation presents with severe nausea and vomiting leading to 5% weight loss and ketonuria. What is the MOST appropriate initial management?