Transvaginal Ultrasonography Is Often Performed During the First Trimester

Multiple Choice

Transvaginal ultrasonography is often performed during the first trimester. A 6-week-gestation patient expresses concerns over the necessity for this test. The nurse should explain that this diagnostic test may be necessary to determine which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

A) Multifetal gestation
B) Bicornuate uterus
C) Presence and location of pregnancy
D) Amniotic fluid volume
E) Presence of ovarian cysts