Gynecology Quiz: Chapter 36

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The branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the reproductive system in women is called _________________.

gynecology

For the breast and abdominal exam, the patient is placed in the _____________________ position.

supine

For the pelvic examination, the patient is placed in the _____________________ position.

lithotomy

The speculum is usually ___________________ before it is inserted.

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Match the following activities in the order that the provider would do them:

<ol> <li>inspection of external genitalia = b</li> <li>insertion of speculum = e</li> <li>inspect the vaginal and cervical tissues = c</li> <li>obtain a vaginal specimen = d</li> <li>bimanual examination = a</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Explain a maturation index.

Collected along with a Pap test, used to evaluate estrogen and progesterone balance for diagnosing infertility, menopause, or postmenopausal bleeding. Signup and view all the answers

Why might a provider use an acetic acid wash during a colposcopy?

The acetic acid wash turns abnormal tissue white. Signup and view all the answers

What does '10 o'clock' refer to when mentioned by a provider during a colposcopy?

The location of the biopsy Signup and view all the answers

Contraception is more commonly known as _________________.

birth control Signup and view all the answers

Describe the regular schedule for prenatal visits.

Every 4 weeks through 28 weeks' gestation, every 2 weeks through 35 weeks' gestation, every 1 week until delivery Signup and view all the answers

The patient should return about ________________ after delivery for a postpartum visit.

6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Thinning or shortening of the cervix is known as ____________________.

effacement Signup and view all the answers

The position of the baby in the uterus is referred to as ________________.

presentation Signup and view all the answers

Postpartum vaginal discharge is called _________________.

lochia Signup and view all the answers

Placenta that covers the opening of the cervix is known as _____________________________.

placenta previa Signup and view all the answers

Toxoplasmosis is caused by a parasite spread from cat litter and can lead to __________________ and mental disabilities.

blindness Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gynecology

Gynecology is the branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the reproductive system in women.
Obstetrics is a branch of gynecology that specifically deals with pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period.
A liquid-based Pap test requires a plastic-fronded broom or cervical spatula, speculum, and a vial containing liquid preservative.

Patient Positioning

For the breast and abdominal exam, the patient is placed in the supine position.
For the pelvic examination, the patient is placed in the lithotomy position.
The speculum is usually warmed before it is inserted, and the patient is encouraged to take deep breaths to help relax the abdominal muscles.

Pelvic Examination

The order of activities during a pelvic examination is:
- Inspection of external genitalia
- Insertion of speculum
- Inspection of vaginal and cervical tissues
- Bimanual examination
- Obtaining a vaginal specimen

Maturation Index

A maturation index is collected along with a Pap test and is used to evaluate estrogen and progesterone balance, which assists in the diagnosis of infertility, menopause, or postmenopausal bleeding.

Colposcopy

A provider may use an acetic acid wash during a colposcopy because it turns any abnormal tissue white.
During a biopsy, the provider may use the face of a clock to determine the location of the biopsy, and this information should be documented for follow-up examinations.

Contraception

Contraception is more commonly known as birth control.
A cervical cap is a thimble-sized, domed barrier device that fits over the end of the cervix and keeps sperm from entering the cervical os.
A sponge is a small disk-shaped device made of soft plastic foam that is inserted into the vagina, covering the cervix, and continuously releasing a spermicide that kills sperm.
A vaginal ring is made of flexible plastic, inserted into the vagina, and slowly releases estrogen and progestin.
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a T-shaped plastic frame with threads attached that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.
A contraceptive implant is a single, flexible rod, about the size of a match, that is inserted under the skin of the upper arm and releases a low, steady dose of progestin.

Obstetrics

The G, P, Ab notation system is used to record a patient's obstetric history, where G is the number of pregnancies, P is the number of viable births, and Ab is the number of spontaneous or induced abortions.
A patient's prenatal visit schedule is typically every 4 weeks through 28 weeks' gestation, every 2 weeks through 35 weeks' gestation, and every 1 week until delivery.
The patient should return about 6 weeks after delivery for a postpartum visit.

Labor and Delivery

Effacement refers to the thinning or shortening of the cervix.
Presentation refers to the position of the baby in the uterus.
Lochia is the postpartum vaginal discharge.
Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta is positioned in the uterus, covering the opening of the cervix.

Maternal and Fetal Complications

Toxoplasmosis is a condition caused by a parasite spread from cat litter, and can cause blindness and mental disabilities in the baby later in life.

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Test your knowledge of gynecology and women's health concepts with this quiz, covering topics related to the reproductive system and obstetrics.