Colp 101
Human Papillomavirus
What does the acronym HPV stand for?
A procedure which examines the endometrial layer of the uterus.
What is a hysteroscopy?
For external use only. Provides rapid haemostasis at a small surgical site.
What is Monsell's solution?
What does ISBAR stand for?
Identify, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
Kelo
K in the Phonetic Alphabet
What are Tischler forceps used for?
Cervical Biopsy
Small sample of the endothelial layer of the uterus
What is a pipelle
What is silver nitrate implemented for in the colposcopy setting?
Cauterising small wounds.
* bonus point also has anti-bacterial properties
Squamous epithelium cells and Columnar epithelium cells meet
What is the [SCJ] Squamocelular Junction
What is the primary reason a patient requires a Hysteroscopy.
AUB
Areas of the cervix which are abnormal turn white on application. Identifying further investigation.
What is the function of Acetic Acid in colposcopy.
Light blue tube
What color blood tube should coags be sent in
What is the Transformation zone?
An area of the cervix which is comprised of the SCJ, and where cellular changes are most likely to appear.
Anti-fibrinolytic preventing fibrinolysis and the formation of a fibrin rich clot.
Tranexamic Acid
Name four factors that could negatively effect communication within the health care setting
Stress, fatigue, lack of assertiveness, poor communication skills, lack of resources,
Describe low-grade changes regarding squamous cells on the cervix
Abnormal cells with only mild changes to the surface of the cell
What is considered the gold star training in improving health outcomes for patients in emergency situations?
Simulation