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A patient's chart reads 'G3P2L2'. What does this indicate about the patient's obstetrical history?
A patient's chart reads 'G3P2L2'. What does this indicate about the patient's obstetrical history?
- The patient is in her third pregnancy, previously had two miscarriages, and has two living children.
- The patient has had three live births, two stillbirths, and two living children.
- The patient has been pregnant three times, has had two births reaching 20 weeks gestation, and has two living children. (correct)
- The patient is currently pregnant, has had two previous pregnancies, and has two living children.
Which of the following best describes a 'nulliparous' woman?
Which of the following best describes a 'nulliparous' woman?
- A woman who has experienced a miscarriage.
- A woman who has never been pregnant. (correct)
- A woman who has had multiple pregnancies.
- A woman who is currently pregnant with her first child.
A physician notes 'LUSCS' in a patient's chart. What type of delivery did the patient undergo?
A physician notes 'LUSCS' in a patient's chart. What type of delivery did the patient undergo?
- Forceps delivery
- Normal vaginal delivery
- Vaginal delivery
- Lower uterine segment caesarean section (correct)
Which anatomical structure is NOT directly referenced by the abbreviation 'PFM'?
Which anatomical structure is NOT directly referenced by the abbreviation 'PFM'?
What does 'LAD' typically refer to in the context of pelvic health?
What does 'LAD' typically refer to in the context of pelvic health?
A physical therapist is planning treatment for a patient with 'UI'. Which condition is the therapist most likely addressing?
A physical therapist is planning treatment for a patient with 'UI'. Which condition is the therapist most likely addressing?
A patient reports experiencing involuntary urine leakage when coughing or sneezing. Which type of incontinence is the patient most likely experiencing?
A patient reports experiencing involuntary urine leakage when coughing or sneezing. Which type of incontinence is the patient most likely experiencing?
What is the primary goal of 'PFMT'?
What is the primary goal of 'PFMT'?
In a clinical note, 'DPR' is documented. What type of examination was performed?
In a clinical note, 'DPR' is documented. What type of examination was performed?
A postmenopausal woman is prescribed 'HRT'. What is the primary purpose of this treatment in the context of pelvic health?
A postmenopausal woman is prescribed 'HRT'. What is the primary purpose of this treatment in the context of pelvic health?
What is the significance of the abbreviation 'G' in 'GPL' within a patient's obstetrical history?
What is the significance of the abbreviation 'G' in 'GPL' within a patient's obstetrical history?
A patient is documented as 'primiparous'. Which statement correctly describes this patient?
A patient is documented as 'primiparous'. Which statement correctly describes this patient?
What does the abbreviation 'LUSCS' indicate regarding a patient's delivery history?
What does the abbreviation 'LUSCS' indicate regarding a patient's delivery history?
Which of the following scenarios would MOST accurately be described as 'NVD' in a patient's chart?
Which of the following scenarios would MOST accurately be described as 'NVD' in a patient's chart?
A physical therapist is reviewing a patient's chart and sees 'LAD'. What anatomical issue does this MOST likely refer to?
A physical therapist is reviewing a patient's chart and sees 'LAD'. What anatomical issue does this MOST likely refer to?
In pelvic health, what does 'GH' refer to?
In pelvic health, what does 'GH' refer to?
A patient's chart indicates 'POP'. Which condition is the patient MOST likely experiencing?
A patient's chart indicates 'POP'. Which condition is the patient MOST likely experiencing?
What is the anatomical significance of the 'Perineal Body' (PB)?
What is the anatomical significance of the 'Perineal Body' (PB)?
What measurement does 'TVL' represent in the context of pelvic health?
What measurement does 'TVL' represent in the context of pelvic health?
Which muscles are directly referenced by the abbreviation 'PFM'?
Which muscles are directly referenced by the abbreviation 'PFM'?
What is the function of the iliococcygeus muscle (IC)?
What is the function of the iliococcygeus muscle (IC)?
How does the puborectalis muscle (PR) contribute to bowel continence?
How does the puborectalis muscle (PR) contribute to bowel continence?
What is the primary function of the external anal sphincter (EAS)?
What is the primary function of the external anal sphincter (EAS)?
What is the role of the transverse abdominis (TA) muscle in pelvic floor function?
What is the role of the transverse abdominis (TA) muscle in pelvic floor function?
What type of examination does 'DPV' refer to?
What type of examination does 'DPV' refer to?
What does 'VE' typically involve?
What does 'VE' typically involve?
What condition does 'ED' refer to?
What condition does 'ED' refer to?
In the context of pelvic health, what is a primary goal of 'HRT'?
In the context of pelvic health, what is a primary goal of 'HRT'?
The abbreviation 'Sx' can refer to symptoms, but what other meaning can it have in a medical context?
The abbreviation 'Sx' can refer to symptoms, but what other meaning can it have in a medical context?
What is the primary characteristic of urge urinary incontinence (UUI)?
What is the primary characteristic of urge urinary incontinence (UUI)?
Which activity is MOST likely to cause stress urinary incontinence (SUI)?
Which activity is MOST likely to cause stress urinary incontinence (SUI)?
What is mixed urinary incontinence (MUI)?
What is mixed urinary incontinence (MUI)?
What does 'FI' stand for in the context of pelvic health?
What does 'FI' stand for in the context of pelvic health?
A patient's medical history includes 'PH: Asthma, HTN'. What does 'PH' represent?
A patient's medical history includes 'PH: Asthma, HTN'. What does 'PH' represent?
A patient presents with 'PC: Pelvic pain and dyspareunia'. What does 'PC' refer to?
A patient presents with 'PC: Pelvic pain and dyspareunia'. What does 'PC' refer to?
A patient is noted to be 'multiparous'. Which of the following is true regarding her obstetrical history?
A patient is noted to be 'multiparous'. Which of the following is true regarding her obstetrical history?
Which of the following accurately describes the anatomical region referred to by 'LH'?
Which of the following accurately describes the anatomical region referred to by 'LH'?
A therapist writes in their notes 'DPR revealed tenderness of the coccyx'. What does this mean?
A therapist writes in their notes 'DPR revealed tenderness of the coccyx'. What does this mean?
What is the PRIMARY aim of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training (PFMT)?
What is the PRIMARY aim of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training (PFMT)?
How might performing a 'DPR' assist in diagnosing fecal incontinence?
How might performing a 'DPR' assist in diagnosing fecal incontinence?
For a patient experiencing urinary incontinence, how would understanding the 'GH' be clinically relevant?
For a patient experiencing urinary incontinence, how would understanding the 'GH' be clinically relevant?
A woman reports leaking urine when she laughs. Clinically, what type of incontinence is she MOST likely experiencing, and what anatomical structure is most relevant to its management?
A woman reports leaking urine when she laughs. Clinically, what type of incontinence is she MOST likely experiencing, and what anatomical structure is most relevant to its management?
A therapist is treating a post-partum patient experiencing pelvic pain. Knowledge of the 'PB' is MOST relevant for:
A therapist is treating a post-partum patient experiencing pelvic pain. Knowledge of the 'PB' is MOST relevant for:
A patient with 'POP' is being considered for conservative management. Which measurement, represented by an abbreviation, would be MOST useful in tracking the progression of their prolapse?
A patient with 'POP' is being considered for conservative management. Which measurement, represented by an abbreviation, would be MOST useful in tracking the progression of their prolapse?
A patient reports difficulty initiating urination. While several factors could contribute, which muscle, represented by an abbreviation, might a therapist suspect is overactive or not relaxing properly?
A patient reports difficulty initiating urination. While several factors could contribute, which muscle, represented by an abbreviation, might a therapist suspect is overactive or not relaxing properly?
Why is understanding 'GPL' important when creating a treatment plan?
Why is understanding 'GPL' important when creating a treatment plan?
After reviewing a patient’s history, you see the abbreviation 'PN'. How could this impact your treatment choices?
After reviewing a patient’s history, you see the abbreviation 'PN'. How could this impact your treatment choices?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial action when encountering an unfamiliar abbreviation in a patient's chart?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial action when encountering an unfamiliar abbreviation in a patient's chart?
What is the clinical relevance of understanding the difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' when planning an intervention?
What is the clinical relevance of understanding the difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' when planning an intervention?
Why is it essential to understand the meaning of 'LAD' when assessing a patient with pelvic floor dysfunction?
Why is it essential to understand the meaning of 'LAD' when assessing a patient with pelvic floor dysfunction?
How would knowing if a patient had a 'LUSCS' vs. 'VD' impact your treatment plan regarding scar tissue?
How would knowing if a patient had a 'LUSCS' vs. 'VD' impact your treatment plan regarding scar tissue?
What does 'UI' mean, and why is it important to ask about?
What does 'UI' mean, and why is it important to ask about?
What does 'parity' specifically indicate within the GPL obstetric abbreviation?
What does 'parity' specifically indicate within the GPL obstetric abbreviation?
A patient chart indicates 'G4P1L1'. What does this signify about their obstetrical history?
A patient chart indicates 'G4P1L1'. What does this signify about their obstetrical history?
A woman is documented as 'G2P2L0'. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects her obstetric history?
A woman is documented as 'G2P2L0'. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects her obstetric history?
What differentiates a 'primigravida' from a 'multigravida'?
What differentiates a 'primigravida' from a 'multigravida'?
What is the key distinction between 'NVD' and 'LUSCS' in documenting childbirth?
What is the key distinction between 'NVD' and 'LUSCS' in documenting childbirth?
In which scenario would 'LUSCS' be the MOST appropriate term to document a delivery?
In which scenario would 'LUSCS' be the MOST appropriate term to document a delivery?
What does 'LAD' indicate regarding pelvic floor anatomy?
What does 'LAD' indicate regarding pelvic floor anatomy?
What is the anatomical relationship between the 'GH' and the 'LH'?
What is the anatomical relationship between the 'GH' and the 'LH'?
A clinician notes 'increased GH' in a patient's examination. Which condition is MOST likely associated with this finding?
A clinician notes 'increased GH' in a patient's examination. Which condition is MOST likely associated with this finding?
What is the significance of the 'PB' in relation to pelvic floor support?
What is the significance of the 'PB' in relation to pelvic floor support?
How does 'TVL' contribute to the assessment of pelvic floor dysfunction?
How does 'TVL' contribute to the assessment of pelvic floor dysfunction?
Which of the following muscles might a therapist target when using 'PFMT' to address stress urinary incontinence?
Which of the following muscles might a therapist target when using 'PFMT' to address stress urinary incontinence?
How might overactivity of the 'PR' contribute to voiding dysfunction?
How might overactivity of the 'PR' contribute to voiding dysfunction?
What is a key functional difference between the 'EAS' and the 'IAS'?
What is a key functional difference between the 'EAS' and the 'IAS'?
How does the 'TA' contribute to pelvic floor stability?
How does the 'TA' contribute to pelvic floor stability?
What information does a 'DPR' provide that a 'DPV' does not?
What information does a 'DPR' provide that a 'DPV' does not?
What is the primary clinical purpose of performing a 'VE'?
What is the primary clinical purpose of performing a 'VE'?
What is the primary physiological impairment associated with 'ED'?
What is the primary physiological impairment associated with 'ED'?
Besides relieving menopausal symptoms, what other pelvic health condition might 'HRT' be used to manage?
Besides relieving menopausal symptoms, what other pelvic health condition might 'HRT' be used to manage?
How can the abbreviation 'Sx' have different meanings based on the clinical context?
How can the abbreviation 'Sx' have different meanings based on the clinical context?
What is the underlying mechanism of 'UUI'?
What is the underlying mechanism of 'UUI'?
What is the primary difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' in terms of triggers?
What is the primary difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' in terms of triggers?
Which of the following best describes the etiology of 'MUI'?
Which of the following best describes the etiology of 'MUI'?
What does 'FI' primarily involve?
What does 'FI' primarily involve?
A patient's medical history includes 'PH: DM, OA'. What does 'PH' represent, and what information does it convey?
A patient's medical history includes 'PH: DM, OA'. What does 'PH' represent, and what information does it convey?
During a consultation, a patient states 'PC: Pelvic pressure and constipation'. What does 'PC' likely refer to in this context?
During a consultation, a patient states 'PC: Pelvic pressure and constipation'. What does 'PC' likely refer to in this context?
When assessing a patient with 'POP', what specific anatomical structures are of MOST concern?
When assessing a patient with 'POP', what specific anatomical structures are of MOST concern?
How would knowledge of the 'LH' be MOST clinically relevant when treating a patient post-partum?
How would knowledge of the 'LH' be MOST clinically relevant when treating a patient post-partum?
Why is understanding 'GPL' important when creating a treatment plan for pelvic floor dysfunction?
Why is understanding 'GPL' important when creating a treatment plan for pelvic floor dysfunction?
After reviewing a patient’s history, you see the abbreviation 'PN'. Knowing this, what specific questions should you include in your assessment?
After reviewing a patient’s history, you see the abbreviation 'PN'. Knowing this, what specific questions should you include in your assessment?
When is understanding the difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' MOST critical when planning an intervention?
When is understanding the difference between 'SUI' and 'UUI' MOST critical when planning an intervention?
How would knowing if a patient had a 'LUSCS' impact your treatment plan?
How would knowing if a patient had a 'LUSCS' impact your treatment plan?
Understanding 'UI' begins with asking about the different types. Why?
Understanding 'UI' begins with asking about the different types. Why?
A patient reports experiencing involuntary urine leakage when coughing, sneezing, or laughing. Which of the following muscles would MOST likely be addressed with PFMT?
A patient reports experiencing involuntary urine leakage when coughing, sneezing, or laughing. Which of the following muscles would MOST likely be addressed with PFMT?
Which of the following scenarios would Least accurately be described as VD in a patient's chart?
Which of the following scenarios would Least accurately be described as VD in a patient's chart?
Flashcards
Weeks pregnant notation (/40)
Weeks pregnant notation (/40)
Number of weeks pregnant out of 40 (e.g., 12/40 means 12 weeks pregnant).
GPL meaning
GPL meaning
Gravida (number of pregnancies), Parity (births reaching 20 weeks), Living (number of live babies).
Nulligravida
Nulligravida
A woman who has never been pregnant.
Primigravida
Primigravida
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Multigravida
Multigravida
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LUSCS
LUSCS
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NVD/VD
NVD/VD
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PN
PN
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LAD
LAD
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GH
GH
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TVL
TVL
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PFMT
PFMT
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HRT
HRT
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UUI
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SUI
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MUI
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Study Notes
Pregnancy-Related Terms
- /40: Indicates the number of weeks pregnant out of 40 (e.g., 12/40 means 12 weeks pregnant).
- GPL (Gravida/Parity/Living):
- Gravida: Number of pregnancies a woman has had.
- Parity: Number of births (live births and stillbirths) where pregnancies reached 20 weeks. Pregnancies must reach 20 weeks for parity to be considered.
- Living: Number of live babies delivered.
- Nulligravida/Nullip/Nulliparous: A woman who has never been pregnant.
- Primigravida/Primip/Primiparous: A woman pregnant for the first time or has been pregnant once.
- Multigravida/Multip/Multiparous: A woman who has had more than one pregnancy.
- LUSCS: Lower uterine segment caesarean section.
- NVD: Normal vaginal delivery.
- VD: Vaginal delivery.
- PN: Post-natal.
Anatomical-Related Terms
- LAD: Levator avulsion defect.
- GH: Genital hiatus.
- LH: Levator hiatus.
- POP: Pelvic organ prolapse.
- PB: Perineal body.
- TVL: Total vaginal length.
- PFM: Pelvic floor muscles.
- PFMT: Pelvic floor muscle training.
- IC: Iliococcygeus.
- PC: Pubococcygeus.
- PR: Puborectalis; may also be used for per rectal examination.
- EAS: External anal sphincter.
- IAS: Internal anal sphincter.
- TA: Transverse abdominus.
Other Terms
- DPV: Digital per vaginal examination.
- VE: Vaginal examination.
- DPR: Digital per rectal examination.
- ED: Erectile dysfunction.
- HRT: Hormone replacement therapy.
- Sx: Symptoms OR surgery.
- UI: Urinary incontinence.
- UUI: Urge urinary incontinence.
- SUI: Stress urinary incontinence.
- MUI: Mixed urinary incontinence.
- FI: Faecal incontinence.
- PH: Past history.
- PC: Presenting condition.
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