Performed monthly, usually about 1 week after the menstrual cycle
What is the best time to perform the breast self exam?
100
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?
100
Absence of the menstrual cycle
What is amenorrhea?
100
Vaginal, abdominal, laproscopically, supra-cervical and via robotics.
What is are surgical methods for hysterectomy?
100
This menstrual disorder can occur due to thyroid issues, hormone imbalances, PCOS, pituitary problems, and extreme exercise with low body mass.
What are causes of amenorrhea?
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
Hormone therapy but most commonly Radiation and Chemotherapy are used with breast surgery.
What are treatments used in conjuction with surgical interventions to treat breast cancer.
200
NSAIDS or prostaglandin inhibitors.
What is the first line drug used for PMS?
200
total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy.
What is TAH-BSO refer to?
200
Cancer diagnosed often from an abnormal Pap smear, this disease is often if 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?
300
Monthly breast self exam, clinical breast exam and mammogram
What is the 3 pronged approach to early breast cancer detection?
300
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?
300
Dysmenorrhea: complaint of PAIN/discomfort including a variety of symptoms not limited to mood and appetite changes associated with the menstrual cycle. (includes PMS, CPPD, PMDD)
What is the name of a common GYN problem affecting 30-80% of child-bearing aged women.
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?
300
a benign tumor seen in the muscle tissue of the uterus, often occurring in women after 40 that can cause abnormal bleeding and become quite large.
What is a uterine fibroid?
400
It should be all inclusive (physical exam, lab testing, vaccines, diet and exercise, stress management etc...) and referrals for follow up as needed.
What is the well woman yearly exam ( aka what should the well woman visit include)?
400
No lifting of anything heavier than 10# or over the head.
What is the lifting restriction for the woman following a mastectomy?
400
Avoid or limit Smoking, Salt, Sugar, Alcohol, Caffeine and Chocolate
What are common exposures/food additives the woman should avoid to decrease and manage PMS symptoms?
400
Bladder, pelvic floor and rectal repairs for prolapse or incontinence.
What are common repairs often performed with hysterectomy?
400
BRCA1, BRCA2
What is the name of the gene we test for, for breast cancer?
500
Preconception care, birth control, problems with menstruation, breast pain, becoming sexually active, peri-menopausal and menopausal issues, STD's and pregnancy.
What are reasons for women to seek well woman care?
A gyn abnormality where endometrial and stoma cells grow, sometimes outside the uterus causing problems with infertility, pain of varying degrees along with adhesions and bleeding.
What is Endometriosis?
500
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
Radical mastectomy.
What is the name for the surgical procedure where the breast, pectoralis major muscle and lymph nodes in the axilla are removed?