Female Genitalia Assessment Flashcards
What is considered internal genitalia?
Vagina
Cervix
Uterus
Fallopian tubes
What type of lubricant do you use on the vagina?
Water-soluble
What is considered external female genitalia?
Vulva Mons pubis Clitoris Urethral meatus Vaginal orifice Hymen
Female position for examination
Supine Stirrups Knees apart Butt on end on table Arms at side
What Education can occur during a female examination?
Mirror pelvic exam
First step of assessment?
Inspection of the external genitalia
What examination occurs during a internal female examination?
Speculum examination
What is a speculum examination
Internal genitalia examination
Opens the vagina so you can see the cervix and os ( hole at the top of the cervix that connects to the vagina).
Able to obtain smears and cultures
Inspects the vagina wall
What age do we do female genitalia examinations?
30-50 years of age