Pelicano Module 6 Reproductive, Final Study Flashcards
During sexual history exams what kind of questions should we be asking
open questions such as “do you have any concerns”
Adnexa is
Accessory organ
Vulvitis and Vaginitis are most commonly caused by
infection
If you have itching with curd-like cheese
candida albicans
Frothy, bubbly smelly, discharge
Trichomonas vaginalis
Tips to preventing infections in Peri area
Don't use hygiene sprays Avoid bubble baths Wipe front to back Wear cotton underwear Don't wear tight clothes AVOID SUPER ABSORBENT TAMPONS
Fibrocystic changes are caused by abnormal secretion of
estrogen
Self breast examinations should be done
Standing and lying
Toxic shock syndrome comes from
super absorbent tampons
Signs and Symptoms of Toxic shock syndrome
Chills, fever, dizziness, comes on rapidly
Endometriosis S&S
Dysmenorrhea, pain with defecation, dyspareunia, abnormal bleeding
Most patients with Endometriosis will
opt for hysterectomy
Nursing interventions for hysterectomy
Restrict physical activity 4-6 weeks
No driving, going up stairs
No intercourse 4-6 weeks
Don’t use tampons or douche
Gonorrhea is different from chlamydia because it can become a
Ascending infection
Trichomoniasis can cause a
frothy discharge