Women's Health Nursing Quiz

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What is one of the male urinary changes that may indicate an enlarged prostate?

Increased urinary frequency

Increased bladder capacity

Painful urination

Difficulty starting urinary stream/hesitancy (correct)

What is a potential health problem related to the Genito-Urinary &/or Reproductive System?

Diabetes

Activity intolerance related to pain (dysmenorrhoea) (correct)

Osteoporosis

Hypertension

What is a factor to consider when assessing a person's experience with urinary changes?

Their occupation

Their living situation

Their family history (correct)

Their favorite food

What is a goal that may address two issues related to the Genito-Urinary &/or Reproductive System?

Improving activity levels by reducing pain Signup and view all the answers

What is a menopausal symptom that may be related to urinary changes?

Difficulty starting urinary stream Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that may increase a person's risk of breast cancer?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of reducing fatigue levels in patients with breast cancer?

To reduce sleep disturbance from night sweats Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a menopausal symptom?

Disturbed sleep patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a self-care deficit due to severe interference with activities?

Reduced activity tolerance Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of hypertension on fetal well-being during pregnancy?

Reduced fetal well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a risk factor for breast cancer?

Mastectomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a contraction of an STI on skin integrity?

Reduced skin integrity Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between activity intolerance and pain?

Pain is a cause of activity intolerance Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of identifying the cause of a health care problem?

To identify changes needed to improve health outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What should be performed prior to taking the fetal heart rate?

Maternal pulse Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended range for the fetal heart rate?

120-160 bpm Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of the abdominal examination?

Using gentle firm pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of the initial contact during the primary assessment?

Obtaining history and physical assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the learning needs assessment?

To identify knowledge deficits and concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for cultural safety during the abdominal examination?

Ensuring privacy Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of the preparation for the abdominal examination?

Emptying the bladder Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the primary assessment?

Obtaining history, physical assessment, and baseline observations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Disturbed Body Image and Sleep Patterns

Disturbed body image related to mastectomy aims to reduce fatigue levels.
Disturbed sleep patterns are related to menopausal symptoms, specifically night sweats.
Fatigue is also related to disturbed sleep patterns.

Self Care Deficit and Discomfort

Self-care deficit is due to severe interference with activities.
Discomfort is related to the contraction of an STI.
Reduced skin integrity is also a result of the contraction of an STI.

Maternal Stress and Fetal Well-being

Maternal stress is related to a knowledge deficit of normal pregnancy.
Reduced fetal well-being is related to maternal hypertension.

Assessing Male Urinary Changes

Difficulty starting urinary stream/hesitancy is a sign of male urinary changes.
A 'weak' stream and incomplete bladder emptying are also indicators of male urinary changes.

Assessing the Person and Context

Consider the person's experience, including their past, family history, and present context.
Collect both subjective and objective data to understand the person's situation.
Analyze and categorize the data to identify potential health issues or problems.

Setting Goals and Improving Activity Levels

Set goals in collaboration with the person and their family to address potential health issues.
Goals can address multiple issues simultaneously.
Improving activity levels can be achieved by reducing pain experienced.

Partnering with the Person

Use the Partnership Model to address the person's needs and concerns.
Assess the person's knowledge of changes in pregnancy, including physiological and psychological changes.

Primary Assessment and Documentation

Obtain a thorough history of the person's social, medical, surgical, and family background.
Perform a physical assessment, including abdominal examination, height, weight, and BMI measurements.
Document the person's learning needs and concerns.

Abdominal Examination and Fetal Auscultation

Prepare for abdominal examination by ensuring the bed is at the correct height and the woman is in a comfortable position.
Inspect the abdomen for skin changes and shape.
Palpate the abdomen using gentle, firm pressure to assess the fetus.
Auscultate the fetus using a Pinard's, stethoscope, or Doppler.
Fetal heart rate is normally between 120-160bpm.

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Description

This quiz covers key concepts related to women's health nursing, including symptoms and conditions affecting women's well-being. Topics include mastectomy, menopausal symptoms, fatigue, and self-care deficits.