Vaginitis Etiology and Pathophysiology Quiz
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What is the primary goal of medical management for pelvic inflammatory disease?

  • To restore fertility
  • To control and eradicate the infection, preventing it from spreading to other systems (correct)
  • To prevent the development of adhesions and strictures
  • To reduce pain and inflammation
  • Which of the following is a common diagnostic test used to evaluate pelvic inflammatory disease?

  • Laparoscopic visualization (correct)
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • Which of the following antibiotics is commonly used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease?

  • Azithromycin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Cefoxitin (Mefoxin) (correct)
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • What is the importance of evaluating and treating the sexual partner of a client with pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nursing implications is most important when caring for a client with pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Observing standard precautions and wearing goggles if splashing may occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Ectopic pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of pelvic inflammatory disease for a client's fertility?

    <p>Pelvic inflammatory disease may lead to infertility due to adhesions and strictures of the fallopian tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an important aspect of patient and family teaching for a client with pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Explaining the significance of pelvic inflammatory disease and the importance of compliance with medication therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of corticosteroids in the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Corticosteroids are used to reduce pain and inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common causative organism for pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Neisseria gonorrhoeae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a risk-increasing behavior for cervicitis?

    <p>Using condoms properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common clinical manifestation of cervicitis?

    <p>Gray, white or yellow vaginal discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of treatment for vaginal infections?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of senile/atrophic vaginitis?

    <p>Low estrogen levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medical management is recommended for senile/atrophic vaginitis?

    <p>Both b and c</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>Proper use of condoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical manifestation of pelvic inflammatory disease?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is most commonly associated with simple vaginitis?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical manifestation of simple vaginitis?

    <p>Pruritis (itching)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical appearance of the exudate in cases of trichomoniasis?

    <p>Diffusely foamy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is important to assess in the subjective assessment of simple vaginitis?

    <p>History of vaginal infections or sexually transmitted infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical appearance of the exudate in cases of candidiasis?

    <p>Thick and cheese-like</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is important to assess in the objective assessment of simple vaginitis?

    <p>Presence of excoriation and risk for secondary infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of simple vaginitis that worsens with voiding or defecating?

    <p>Dysuria (painful urination)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is important to assess in the subjective assessment of simple vaginitis?

    <p>Family history of diabetes mellitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Simple Vaginitis

    • Caused by bacterial or inflammatory organisms, including E. coli, Trichomonas vaginalis, Gardnerella, and Candida albicans
    • Risk factors include infrequent changing of pads or tampons
    • Clinical manifestations include:
      • Pruritis
      • Burning
      • Edema of surrounding tissue
      • Dysuria
      • Exudate (yellow, white, grayish white, or curd-like)
    • Symptoms worsen with voiding or defecating
    • Assessment includes:
      • Menstrual history
      • Birth control methods
      • Current medications
      • Family history of diabetes
      • History of vaginal infections or STIs
      • Sexual history
    • Diagnostic tests include:
      • Gram stain of secretions
      • Culture and sensitivity of secretions
      • Laparoscopic visualization
      • Vaginal ultrasound
      • Leukocyte count
      • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
      • C-reactive protein

    Medical Management

    • Goal is to control and eradicate infection, preventing spread to other systems
    • Treatment includes:
      • Systemic antibiotics (intravenously or intramuscularly)
      • Corticosteroid to reduce inflammation
      • Intercourse avoidance during treatment
      • Sexual partner evaluation and treatment
      • Pain control, rest, and adequate fluid intake

    Nursing Implications and Patient Teaching

    • Client is usually hospitalized
    • Observe standard precautions
    • Assess for pain and administer analgesics as ordered
    • Monitor vital signs and progress of treatment
    • Provide fluids and monitor fluid status
    • Palliative measures for comfort (bathing, changing pads, perineal hygiene, warm douching)
    • Support client with positive, non-judgmental attitude
    • Patient education includes:
      • Signs and symptoms to report to healthcare provider
      • Importance of compliance with medication therapy
      • Importance of hand washing and personal hygiene
      • Importance of sexual partner evaluation and treatment

    Prognosis

    • Complications may include:
      • Adhesions and strictures of fallopian tubes
      • Ectopic pregnancy
      • Infertility
    • Risk of recurrence is elevated if sexual partner is not treated

    Senile Vaginitis or Atrophic Vaginitis

    • Caused by low estrogen levels, leading to thinning and atrophy of vulva and vagina
    • Common after menopause
    • Vagina is more susceptible to bacterial invasions
    • Treatment includes:
      • Estrogen, vaginal suppositories, and ointments
    • Goals of treatment include:
      • Curing infection
      • Preventing reinfection
      • Preventing complications
      • Preventing infection of sexual partner

    Cervicitis

    • Inflammation of the cervix
    • Causes include:
      • Vaginal infections
      • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
      • Allergic reaction to cervical caps, diaphragms, pessary devices, condoms, douches, or spermicides
    • Clinical manifestations include:
      • Gray, white, or yellow vaginal discharge
      • Dyspareunia (painful intercourse)
      • Vaginal pain
      • Pelvic heaviness
      • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
    • Treatment includes:
      • Specific to causative organism
      • Local vaginal application of suppositories, ointments, and creams
      • Oral medication (e.g., Azithromycin or Doxycycline)
    • Nursing implications and patient teaching include:
      • Washing hands before and after vaginal applications
      • Using vaginal medications at bedtime and remaining recumbent for more than 30 minutes
      • Promoting personal hygiene and frequent warm baths

    Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

    • Any acute, subacute, recurrent, or chronic infection of the cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes, or uterus
    • Causes include:
      • Bacterial or inflammatory organisms
      • Cervical mucus destruction or alteration
      • Ascending infection into the uterine cavity and other reproductive structures
    • Clinical manifestations include:
      • Elevation in temperature
      • Chills
      • Severe abdominal pain
      • Malaise
      • Nausea and vomiting
      • Malodorous vaginal exudate (purulent to thin and mucoid)
      • Lower abdominal pain, pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, dysuria, and vulvar pruritis
    • Assessment includes:
      • Severity of the disorder
      • Pain
      • Time of onset
      • Frequency (primary infection or continuous reinfection)
      • Sexual history
      • Recent pelvic examinations or procedures

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    Test your knowledge on the etiology and pathophysiology of Vaginitis, including the various organisms that can cause it and the clinical manifestations associated with the condition. Learn about common causes like Escherichia coli, Trichomonas vaginalis, Gardnerella bacillus, and Candida albicans.

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