KEY TOPICS
ASCCP Guidelines - ANS Cervical cancer screening recommendations and management.
Pap Smear Screening - ANS Start at age 21; every 3 years until 65.
HPV Cotesting - ANS Every 5 years for women aged 30-65.
Mammogram - ANS Recommended at age 40 to reduce breast cancer mortality.
Family Planning - ANS Various methods with advantages and side effects.
Contraception Testing - ANS Pregnancy test required before starting contraceptives.
Estrogen Contraceptives - ANS May reduce acne compared to other methods.
OCP Side Effects - ANS Includes weight gain, irregular menses, osteoporosis.
Progesterone OCPs - ANS Best for breastfeeding mothers; no milk supply impact.
OCP Contraindications - ANS Includes HTN, migraines, smoking, and clot issues.
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, Bacterial Vaginosis Diagnosis - ANS Identified by wet mount and gram stain.
Flagyl Dosage - ANS 500mg BID for 7 days; avoid alcohol.
Positive Pregnancy Diagnosis - ANS Confirmed via HCG levels in urine or blood.
Naegele's Rule - ANS Calculate due date by adding 7 days, subtracting 3 months.
Normal Weight Gain - ANS Recommended 25-35 pounds during pregnancy.
Folic Acid Supplementation - ANS 400mcg reduces neural tube defect incidence.
Teratogens - ANS Substances causing fetal malformations; avoid during pregnancy.
Hydration During Pregnancy - ANS Increase water intake to prevent preterm labor.
Caffeine Limit - ANS Restrict to 150-300mg daily to reduce risks.
First Trimester Symptoms - ANS Includes spotting, cramping, nausea, and fatigue.
Second Trimester Monitoring - ANS Fetal movement felt between 18-20 weeks.
Third Trimester Symptoms - ANS Includes SOB, heartburn, and Braxton Hicks contractions.
Fetal Heart Tones - ANS Normal range is 110-160 beats per minute.
Leopold Maneuvers - ANS Used to determine fetal position after 35 weeks.
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