InfoPath Dev

I have a SharePoint list form which is set to Manage multiple list items to allow me to utilize repeating sections. I need to add a drop down field to the form but when I add the control, it is always in a repeating section.  Is there a way I can add the field without it binding to a repeating group?

 Unfortunately no - if you manage multiple list items, any fields you add will automatically be added to the repeating section. 

If you'd like you can try our qRules plugin, which will allow you to submit to a list from a generic InfoPath form. Then you can have your repeating section and your stand-alone non-repeating dropdown. You can read more about qRules and download a trial here: http://www.qdabra.com/en/products/download/qRulesTrial.aspx