1 An appreciation of cultural diversity goes hand-in-hand with a just and equitable society. 2  For example, research has shown that when students' cultures are understood and appreciated by teachers, the students do better in school.
Ectopic pregnancy occurs at a rate of 19.7 cases per 1,000 pregnancies in North America and is a leading cause of maternal mortality in the first trimester. Greater awareness of risk factors and improved technology (biochemical markers and ultrasonography) allow ectopic pregnancy to be identified before the development of life-threatening events.
An ectopic pregnancy may be found at any time between five weeks and 14 weeks of pregnancy (NHS Choices 2014, NICE 2013). However, it is most likely to be found at about six weeks of pregnancy, as most women experience symptoms about two weeks after they miss a period (RCOG 2010a).