Gynecologic Emergencies Flashcards
1
Q
Define
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
A
an infection of the upper female reproductive organs—specifically, the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes—that occurs almost exclusively in sexually active women
2
Q
Sexually transmitted diseases can lead to what?
A
pelvic inflammatory disease
3
Q
Define
Bacterial Vaginosis
A
4
Q
Define
Gonorrhea
A
5
Q
Define
Chlamydia
A
6
Q
Whats a good question to ask when evaluating vaginal bleeding?
A
How many pads have you went through? How saturated were they?
