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Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy — DRCOG MCQ

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EasyEarly PregnancyNausea and vomiting in pregnancyDRCOG

A 25-year-old woman is 7 weeks pregnant with nausea and occasional vomiting. She is passing urine normally, has no weight loss and can tolerate fluids. There is no abdominal pain or bleeding. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: B — Advise dietary measures and consider a pregnancy-safe antiemetic if needed

Mild nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy can be managed with dietary advice and pregnancy-safe antiemetics if symptoms affect daily life. There are no red flags for hyperemesis or abdominal pathology. Isotretinoin is teratogenic and has no role. Fasting can worsen nausea and dehydration.

Reference: NICE CKS nausea/vomiting in pregnancy; BNF