OBGYN
What hormone is detected by most pregnancy tests?
hCG
What information should you confirm before scheduling a new OB/GYN patient?
Patient’s name, date of birth, contact information, reason for visit, insurance information, and preferred appointment date/time.
What is the most common cause of secondary amenorrhea in a reproductive-age woman?
Pregnancy
Which contraceptive method also helps reduce transmission of many STIs?
Condoms
What is the average length of a term pregnancy?
40 weeks
A patient reports heavy vaginal bleeding and severe pelvic pain. Should this be scheduled as a routine annual exam?
No. The symptoms should be escalated according to the office’s clinical triage protocol (EY WHS -EWELL) rather than simply booking a routine appointment.
What sexually transmitted infection is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Gonorrhea
What category of contraception includes IUDs and the contraceptive implant?
Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC)
What is the most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage?
Uterine atony
What document may be required before a patient can see an OB/GYN specialist when her insurance requires specialist referrals?
A referral from the patient’s primary care provider or another authorized clinician.
What virus is strongly associated with cervical cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Which emergency contraceptive can remain in place to provide ongoing contraception?
Copper IUD
What condition is characterized by hypertension and proteinuria after 20 weeks of pregnancy?
Preeclampsia
Before scheduling a patient into a specialized OB/GYN appointment, what three things should the Clerical staff make sure are correct?
The reason for the visit, the appropriate appointment type/provider, and the timing/urgency based on the office’s established protocol.
A patient has severe dysmenorrhea, chronic pelvic pain, and infertility. What condition should be considered?
Endometriosis
What contraceptive implant contains etonogestrel?
Nexplanon
What fetal presentation is most favorable for vaginal delivery?
Vertex/cephalic presentation
A patient asks the Clerical staff whether her symptoms require emergency treatment. What should the scheduler do if they are not qualified to provide clinical advice?
Follow the office’s triage protocol and direct the patient to the appropriate clinical staff or emergency services when indicated.
What is the most common benign tumor of the uterus?
Uterine leiomyoma (fibroid)
What contraceptive method permanently prevents pregnancy by occluding or removing portions of the fallopian tubes?
Tubal sterilization