A woman had an elective surgical abortion 7 weeks ago and calls the clinic to ask when her menstrual periods should return.What response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Short-term complications from surgical abortions include fever,abdominal pain,prolonged or heavy bleeding with large clots,foul-smelling vaginal discharge,and no menstrual period within 6 weeks.The woman should be advised to come in for a checkup.Cytotec is used to help dilate the cervix and is inappropriate here.The woman does not need to go to the emergency department.

A Woman Had an Elective Surgical Abortion 7 Weeks Ago