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- Caution patients: GI side‐effects, to avoid alcohol and NSAIDs, and

sun‐sensitivity

- Avoid new conception until serum HCG is undetectable

This regimen may be given orally when ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed

by routine sonogram before the tube has ruptured. A hysterosalpingogram

usually follows this therapy to confirm tubal patency.

 Rh-negative women must receive RhoGAM to provide protection

from isoimmunization for future pregnancies

 Describe self-care measures, which depend on the treatment.

3. Address emotional and psychosocial needs.

Hydatidiform (Vesicular) Mole

Educational Video about vesicular mole

https://youtu.be/4M0tb-RCGHw?t=25

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