Gynecology

Question 1

what occurs about 2 weeks before menstruation?

Answer 1

ovulation

Question 2

What is the first thing you should do if you have to assess a gynecology emergency?

Answer 2

see if there is a female emt

Question 3

connect ovary with uterus
-primary site of fertilization
-fertilized egg continues to uterus where it continues to develop into embryo

Answer 3

fallopian tubes

Question 4

-muscular organ where fetus grows
-narrowest part is cervix
-responsible for contractions during labor
-helps to push infant through birth canal

Answer 4

uterus

Question 5

outermost cavity of woman’s reproductive system
-forms lower birth canal
-sperm deposited from penis
- sperm passes through cervix to uterus, and up fallopian tubes

Answer 5

vagina

Question 6

skin from top of vagina to posterior anus

Answer 6

perineum

Question 7

first menstruation cycle occurring between the ages of 11 and 16

Answer 7

menarche

Question 8

embryo grows inside this
-500 cc of fluid, protects baby

Answer 8

amniotic sac

Question 9

what attaches to the wall of uterus and connects to fetus by umbilical cord?

Answer 9

placenta

Question 10

how many umbilical arteries are there?

Answer 10

2

Question 11

how many umbilical veins are there?

Answer 11

1

Question 12

Where are the ovums (eggs) produced?

Answer 12

ovaries

Question 13

What ages does ovulation and mensuration start?

Answer 13

11-16

Question 14

What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?

What is the most common symptom?

Answer 14

Infection of upper organs of reproduction

Most common sign is generalized lower abdominal pain

Question 15

What causes chlamydia?

Answer 15

STD
bacteria

Question 16

Where does gonorrhea grow?

Answer 16

Grows and multiplies rapidly in warm, moist areas of reproductive tract
 Cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes in women
 Urethra in men and women

Question 17

If there is suspected sexual assault who should treat the patient?

Answer 17

female EMT if available

Question 18

What is something important to ask during SAMPLE?

Answer 18

Pregnant?
On any types of birth control?
Last menstrual cycle?
Medical conditions?

Question 19

What are the most significant signs and symptoms in gynecology emergencies?

Answer 19

syncope, nausea, vomiting, fever

Question 20

With vaginal bleeding, what is something important to ask about bleeding control?

Answer 20

How many pads have you bled through?

Question 21

How do you control vaginal bleeding?

Answer 21

external pads

Question 22

True or False.
You can pack and place dressings into the vagina to stop bleeding.

Answer 22

FALSE YOU FUCKS

Question 23

What do you use to treat external lacerations?

Answer 23

moist, sterile compresses