Well Woman Care
Cancer
Hysterectomy
100
Performed monthly, usually about 1 week after the menstrual cycle
What is the best time to perform the breast self exam?
100

These are cancers specific to women. 

What is breast, ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancer. 

100
Vaginal, abdominal, laproscopically, supra-cervical and via robotics.
What is are surgical methods for hysterectomy?
200
This screening is part of the well woman pelvic exam and screens for cancer of the cervix.
What is the papanicolaou "Pap" smear?
200
Monthly breast self exam, clinical breast exam and mammogram
What is the 3 pronged approach to early breast cancer detection?
200

To prevent blood clots after hysterectomy, nurses encourage patients to perform this activity early and frequently.

What is early ambulation?

300

This virus is the primary cause of cervical cancer and is often prevented through vaccination.

What is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)?

300
Being female, advancing age, genetics, dense breast tissue, DES, Early onset of menses and no children or children late in life.
What are risk factors for breast cancer?
300

Use of standard cough and deep breathing or inspirometer, sequential teds and leg exercises, catheter care, emptying of drains and early ambulation just as with any surgical patient.

What is the nursing care of the post hysterectomy patient?

400

These are the leading causes of death in women. 

What are Heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries and accidents?

400

Cancer diagnosed often from an abnormal Pap smear, this disease is often asymptomatic though the woman may experience abnormal bleeding especially following intercourse. This may occur in the peri/menopausal years so may be ignored as normal.

What are signs and symptoms of cervical cancer?

400
REEDA of wound, elevated temperature, foul smelling vaginal discharge, flank pain and burning with urination.
What are common signs and symptoms of infection post hysterectomy?
500

Type of diet recommended to reduce health risks.

What is a diet rich in veggies, fruits, whole grains, fiber, fat-free or low-fat dairy, and fish, low saturated fat and low sodium?

500
1. Observe for bleeding, 2. Provide dressing and drain care 3. No blood pressure or blood draws on the affected side (arm). 4. Elevate arm to facilitate drainage/prevent lymphedema.
What are Four (4) common nursing care priorities following mastectomy?
500

Your patient had a radical hysterectomy and now reports that she is having hot flashes, fatigue, weight gain, decreased vaginal secretions, and no longer gets her period. She says, "I don't understand why this is happening... it feels like I'm going through menopause, but I'm only 32." What do you tell her?

Since she had a radical hysterectomy, this involves removal of the ovaries, which triggers menopause. These are normal signs and symptoms, and she might choose hormone therapy to help with these symptoms.

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