3 Hours Of Sudden in Obstetrics & Gynecology — 35yo Woman | General Gynecology | SMLE Q#12198

SMLE Question #12198

Obstetrics & Gynecology General Gynecology

Objective: OBJ-ETH-STERIL

Last updated: February 2026
A 35-year-old woman presents with 3 hours of sudden, severe lower abdominal pain with lightheadedness and right shoulder tip pain. She reports irregular menses; her last menstrual period was about 6 weeks ago. She had unprotected intercourse and mild vaginal spotting yesterday. She looks pale and diaphoretic. The abdomen is diffusely tender with guarding and reduced bowel sounds. Pelvic examination shows cervical motion tenderness and right adnexal fullness. Which investigation has the highest immediate diagnostic value in this patient?

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