NSG 222 Exam 1 study set #2 Exam Study Guide Graded A 2024

characteristics of Endometrial Cancer, "Uterine Cancer?" - abnormal and painless vaginal bleeding, - purulent genital discharge, - weight loss, change in bladder or bowel habits What is Endometrial Cancer, "Uterine Cancer?" Malignant neoplastic growth of the uterine lining What is the Treatment for Endometrial Cancer, "Uterine Cancer?" Removal of fallopian tubes and ovaries is recommended What are the characteristics of Vulvar Cancer? - ulcers on the outside of genitalia - vulvar swelling and bleeding What are the symptoms of Genital Herpes Simplex? - painful vesicular lesions, - mucopurulent discharge usually located on vulva, vagina, and perineal areas What are the symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? - abdominal pain, - fever with an oral temperature above 101°F, - elevated WBCs, - painful sexual intercourse What are the characteristics of HPV? - Genital warts noted: fleshy papules with granular surface. May be painful or pruritic (itchy) What are clinical manifestations of Uterine Fibroids? - Chronic pelvic pain - Low back pain -incontinence - Irregular vaginal bleeding (menorrhagia) - Feeling of heaviness in the pelvic region What are early symptoms of Ovarian Cancer? - vague abdominal pain/GI symptoms, malaise, and unexplained weight loss or gain. What is Ovarian Cancer? Malignant neoplastic growth of the ovary What is the treatment for Ovarian Cancer? surgery with radiation and chemotherapy What genetic factors are linked to Ovarian and Breast Cancer? BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 What causes menopause? decline in estrogen What are symptoms of menopause? •Hot flashes •Disturbed sleep •Vaginal dryness •Stress incontinence •Anxiety •Weight gain What are the increased risks for adolescents with STIs? - biological - behavioral - social What is Vaginitis? inflammation and infection of the vagina What can we do to prevent Vaginitis? - Avoid tight undergarments - Avoid douching - Change out of wet clothing in a timely fashion - Safe sex practices - Wear cotton undergarments What is Vulvar Cancer Abnormal neoplastic growth on external female genitalia How is PID treated?