A multiple-gestation pregnancy at 20 weeks is considered normal on ultrasound. At what interval would you have the patient return for serial ultrasounds?
1. Every 2 weeks
2. Every 3–4 weeks
3. Every 5 weeks
4. Every 6–8 weeks
2
Rationale 1: Every 2 weeks is too soon.
Rationale 2: For an uncomplicated, normal multiple-gestation pregnancy, no more than once a month is necessary. The other time frames are too soon or too long.
Rationale 3: Every 5 weeks is too long between checkups.
Rationale 4: Every 6–8 weeks is too long between checkups.
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