4. MEDICATION ABORTION

Updated June 2022, by Deyang Nyandak MD, Hannah Biederman MD,  and Hannah Rosenfield MD

Medication abortion (MAB), which includes the use of mifepristone and misoprostol or misoprostol alone, provides a safe, effective method of pregnancy termination. MAB is increasing globally and in the U.S.. It can be offered in diverse settings without special equipment. This process allows for significant patient autonomy with appropriate education and follow-up as needed.

CHAPTER LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this chapter you should be able to:

  • Evaluate patients prior to MAB
  • Effectively counsel patients regarding MAB
  • Discuss criteria for needing additional MAB follow-up, and manage it as needed
  • Provide teleMAB (telemedicine medication abortion) to appropriate patients

VIDEOS 

NEW VIDEO-BASED MEDICATION ABORTION IN PRIMARY CARE CME

Here you can learn evidence-based ways to:

  1. “See, do and teach” model for learning to counsel patients on MAB

  2. Evaluate patients in your everyday practice for MAB

  3. Discuss the need for additional clinical services after MAB

READING / RESOURCES

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