Contraceptives
This barrier method also helps protect against STIs
What is a condom?
This STI is caused by a virus and cannot be cured but can be managed.
What is HIV (or herpes or HPV)?
SBEs should be performed monthly at this time in the menstrual cycle.
What is 5–7 days after menstruation ends?
STEs should be performed monthly, ideally after this activity.
What is a warm shower or bath?
A Pap smear screens for this type of cancer.
What is cervical cancer?
This contraceptive works by inhibiting ovulation and thickening cervical mucus
What are oral contraceptive pills?
This STI is often asymptomatic in females and can lead to infertility if untreated.
What is chlamydia?
This position helps spread breast tissue evenly during an SBE.
What is laying down?
This structure should not be mistaken for an abnormal mass.
What is the epididymis?
This instrument is used to visualize the cervix.
What is a speculum?
This long-acting reversible contraceptive is placed in the uterus and can last 3–10 years.
What is an IUD (intrauterine device)?
This bacterial STI can be treated with antibiotics and is known for painless sores in early stages.
What is syphilis?
This pattern is commonly taught for palpation during an SBE.
What is the circular, vertical strip, or wedge pattern?
Testicular cancer is most common in this age group.
What are males ages 15–35?
Patients should avoid this 24–48 hours before a Pap smear.
What is intercourse, douching, or vaginal medications?
This injection is given every 3 months to prevent pregnancy.
What is Depo-Provera?
This STI causes genital warts and is linked to cervical cancer.
What is HPV?
This is a warning sign that should be reported to a healthcare provider.
What is a new lump, nipple discharge, or skin dimpling?
This finding should be reported immediately.
What is a hard, painless lump?
The LVN’s role during a Pap smear includes this task.
What is patient positioning, specimen handling, and emotional support?
This is an important nursing teaching point for patients using hormonal contraceptives who smoke.
What is increased risk of blood clots, especially over age 35?
This is the most effective way to prevent STI transmission during sexual activity.
What is consistent and correct condom use?
The nurse should teach that SBEs are a substitute for this screening.
What is false—SBEs do NOT replace mammograms or clinical exams?
The nurse’s role in STE education primarily focuses on this concept.
What is early detection and patient education?
This virus is strongly associated with abnormal Pap results.
What is HPV?