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A 23-year-old female complains of severe left lower abdominal/pelvic pain for 6 hours. She states her last menstrual period was “about 3 or 4 weeks ago.” She is sexually active and denies using any contraceptive method. She denies other symptoms, significant history, or allergies.

• In order of importance, describe three (3) questions that you would like to ask this patient and give a brief explanation of why?
• Which lab or imaging tests would you order for this patient and give a brief explanation of why?

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