Assessment & Anatomy
The name of an immature egg cell that is developed within the ovaries before ovulation
What is an oocyte
Term used to describe a lack of menstrual flow
Term used for the inability to conceive
What is Sterility
Class of OTC Medication best used to relieve symptoms of Dysmenorrhea
What are NSAIDs
Genes highly associated with occurrence of breast cancer
What are BRCA genes (BRCA 1 & BRCA 2)
The transitional phase defined by the gradual decline of ovarian function and irregular menstruation
What is the climacteric
Condition characterized by painful growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus
What is Endometriosis
Heavy consumption of this common, addictive stimulant is associated with a decrease in fertility
What is Caffeine
Maximum dose a patient should take of OTC Ibuprofen at one time
What is 800mg
Primary medication used in the treatment of HSV
What is Acyclovir
This exam should first be performed at age 21 and then repeated every 3 years until the age of 65.
What is a Pap Smear/Test
Common bacterial infection caused by a disruption in normal, vaginal flora, resulting in increased odorous discharge
What is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Method of contraception that does not protect against STIs or HIV and is subject to high failure rate that should not be encouraged if any other option is available to the patient
Coitus Interruptus
Preferred treatment for Chlamydia
What is Azithromycin
Tail of Spence
The best time to perform a self-breast exam
What is 5-7 Days After Menstruation
STI characterized by long, painful menstrual periods and greenish-yellow cervical discharge
What is gonorrhea
ACHES
Earliest age that a patient may receive vaccination against HPV
What is 9 y/o
Name of the HPV vaccine
Gardasil 9
Where the patient is positioned supine with her feet suspended in stirrups. Often used for pelvic exams and pap smears
What is Lithotomy Position
What is a Wet Smear/Wet Prep
A radiographic x-ray examination that involves the injection of contrast material through the cervix and into the uterus and fallopian tubes that provides quality images of the surrounding tissue and may open blockages in the tubes
What is Hysterosalpingography
Medication that may be used off label to help restore cyclic ovulation and regular menses in women with POS
What is Metformin
3 common medications used in both elective and therapeutic medical abortions
What are Misoprostol, Methotrexate, & Mifepristone