Question 1

The nurse explains to the patient suffering from dysmenorrhea that the pelvic rock exercise will decrease pain by: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) releasing endorphins. 
B) generating abdominal heat. 
C) suppressing prostaglandins. 
D) making uterus drop forward. 
E) relieving pelvic congestion. 
A) releasing endorphins. 
B) generating abdominal heat. 
C) suppressing prostaglandins. 
D) making uterus drop forward. 
E) relieving pelvic congestion.

Question 2

The nurse suggests to the menopausal patient who is experiencing troubling hot flashes to include in her diet such foods as cherries and black beans because these foods are:

Accepted Answer

A) high in protein. 
B) phytoestrogens. 
C) antioxidants. 
D) natural tranquilizers. 
A) high in protein. 
B) phytoestrogens. 
C) antioxidants. 
D) natural tranquilizers.

Question 3

The nurse suggests to a couple trying to conceive that conception might be enhanced by:

Accepted Answer

A) relaxing together in a sauna or hot tub. 
B) stimulation of the scrotum with a vibrator. 
C) increased time spent in foreplay. 
D) using water-soluble lubricant. 
A) relaxing together in a sauna or hot tub. 
B) stimulation of the scrotum with a vibrator. 
C) increased time spent in foreplay. 
D) using water-soluble lubricant.

Question 4

Because of the diuretic effect,the nurse suggests to a patient with primary dysmenorrhea to include in her diet: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) watermelon. 
B) buttermilk. 
C) broccoli. 
D) asparagus. 
E) cranberries. 
A) watermelon. 
B) buttermilk. 
C) broccoli. 
D) asparagus. 
E) cranberries.

Question 5

After having a right total mastectomy,the patient confides that her husband has voiced his concern about her "disfigurement." The nurse's most therapeutic response would be:

Accepted Answer

A) "What a jerk he must be!" 
B) "Many husbands feel that way." 
C) "I wouldn't worry. He will adjust." 
D) "What was your reaction to his statement?" 
A) "What a jerk he must be!" 
B) "Many husbands feel that way." 
C) "I wouldn't worry. He will adjust." 
D) "What was your reaction to his statement?"

Question 6

The nurse reminds a patient that monthly breast self-examination (BSE)should be conducted one:

Accepted Answer

A) day after menses has begun. 
B) day after menses has stopped. 
C) week after menses has begun. 
D) week after menses has stopped. 
A) day after menses has begun. 
B) day after menses has stopped. 
C) week after menses has begun. 
D) week after menses has stopped.

Question 7

An infertile couple is considering zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT)and ask how it differs from in vitro fertilization (IVF).The nurse clarifies that in ZIFT the:

Accepted Answer

A) fallopian tubes are artificially lined with material that nourishes the gamete. 
B) fertilized egg is placed in the fallopian tube. 
C) fallopian tubes are cleared with injected air. 
D) fallopian tube is implanted with unfertilized ova and sperm. 
A) fallopian tubes are artificially lined with material that nourishes the gamete. 
B) fertilized egg is placed in the fallopian tube. 
C) fallopian tubes are cleared with injected air. 
D) fallopian tube is implanted with unfertilized ova and sperm.

Question 8

A 25-year-old woman who is not sexually active questions the nurse about the recommended frequency of Pap smears.What information should be provided?

Accepted Answer

A) Annual screening is recommended. 
B) Screening is not needed for women who are not sexually active. 
C) Screening in the woman who is not sexually active may be spaced every 5 to 7 years. 
D) In the woman with negative screenings, the Pap test may be repeated every 2 years. 
A) Annual screening is recommended. 
B) Screening is not needed for women who are not sexually active. 
C) Screening in the woman who is not sexually active may be spaced every 5 to 7 years. 
D) In the woman with negative screenings, the Pap test may be repeated every 2 years.

Question 9

The nurse explains that the difference between primary infertility and secondary infertility is that primary infertility describes the inability to:

Accepted Answer

A) maintain a pregnancy past the first trimester. 
B) conceive after 1 year of active unprotected sex. 
C) deliver a viable infant after two pregnancies. 
D) conceive after using a follicle stimulator for 1 year. 
A) maintain a pregnancy past the first trimester. 
B) conceive after 1 year of active unprotected sex. 
C) deliver a viable infant after two pregnancies. 
D) conceive after using a follicle stimulator for 1 year.

Question 10

The nurse is aware that the premenstrual syndrome (PMS)with its behavioral symptoms occurs during the:

Accepted Answer

A) follicular ovarian cycle phase. 
B) luteal ovarian cycle phase. 
C) dismantling stage of the menstrual cycle. 
D) proliferative stage of the stage of the menstrual cycle. 
A) follicular ovarian cycle phase. 
B) luteal ovarian cycle phase. 
C) dismantling stage of the menstrual cycle. 
D) proliferative stage of the stage of the menstrual cycle.

Question 11

The nurse lists the signs and symptoms of menopause as: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) hot flashes and flushes. 
B) cessation of estrogen production. 
C) vaginal dryness. 
D) night sweats. 
E) irregularity of menses.
F)None of the above. 
A) hot flashes and flushes. 
B) cessation of estrogen production. 
C) vaginal dryness. 
D) night sweats. 
E) irregularity of menses.
F)None of the above.

Question 12

The nurse is caring for a patient with a tentative diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome.When reviewing the patient's health history,which finding will provide support for the diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A) Female pattern baldness 
B) Significant weight loss 
C) Menstrual periods every 33 days 
D) Elevations in serum glucose 
A) Female pattern baldness 
B) Significant weight loss 
C) Menstrual periods every 33 days 
D) Elevations in serum glucose

Question 13

The nurse describes the signals of premenstrual syndrome (PMS),which include: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) bloating. 
B) irritability. 
C) depression. 
D) excessive energy. 
E) fear of losing control. 
A) bloating. 
B) irritability. 
C) depression. 
D) excessive energy. 
E) fear of losing control.

Question 14

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with a cystocele.The patient is not a surgical candidate.The plan of care includes noninvasive therapies.What may be included in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) Kegel exercises 
B) Insertion of a pessary 
C) Hormone therapy 
D) Vitamin B12 
E) Increase in fluid intake 
A) Kegel exercises 
B) Insertion of a pessary 
C) Hormone therapy 
D) Vitamin B12 
E) Increase in fluid intake

Question 15

Matching
The nurse outlines the characteristics of primary or secondary dysmenorrhea to help the patient understand her condition.Match the options with the symptoms.(Options can be used once, more than once, or not at all.)

-Caused by uterine polyps

Accepted Answer

A) Primary dysmenorrhea 
B) Secondary dysmenorrhea 
A) Primary dysmenorrhea 
B) Secondary dysmenorrhea

Question 16

The nurse is aware that the normal acidic pH of the vaginal vault provides:

Accepted Answer

A) support to vaginal muscle tone. 
B) vaginal lubrication. 
C) a hostile environment to sperm. 
D) protection against infection. 
A) support to vaginal muscle tone. 
B) vaginal lubrication. 
C) a hostile environment to sperm. 
D) protection against infection.

Exam 39: Care of Women With Reproductive Disorders

The nurse explains to the patient suffering from dysmenorrhea that the pelvic rock exercise will decrease pain by: (Select all that apply.)

The nurse suggests to the menopausal patient who is experiencing troubling hot flashes to include in her diet such foods as cherries and black beans because these foods are:

The nurse suggests to a couple trying to conceive that conception might be enhanced by:

Because of the diuretic effect,the nurse suggests to a patient with primary dysmenorrhea to include in her diet: (Select all that apply.)

After having a right total mastectomy,the patient confides that her husband has voiced his concern about her "disfigurement." The nurse's most therapeutic response would be:

The nurse reminds a patient that monthly breast self-examination (BSE)should be conducted one:

An infertile couple is considering zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT)and ask how it differs from in vitro fertilization (IVF).The nurse clarifies that in ZIFT the:

A 25-year-old woman who is not sexually active questions the nurse about the recommended frequency of Pap smears.What information should be provided?

The nurse explains that the difference between primary infertility and secondary infertility is that primary infertility describes the inability to:

The nurse is aware that the premenstrual syndrome (PMS)with its behavioral symptoms occurs during the:

The nurse lists the signs and symptoms of menopause as: (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is caring for a patient with a tentative diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome.When reviewing the patient's health history,which finding will provide support for the diagnosis?

The nurse describes the signals of premenstrual syndrome (PMS),which include: (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with a cystocele.The patient is not a surgical candidate.The plan of care includes noninvasive therapies.What may be included in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

Matching The nurse outlines the characteristics of primary or secondary dysmenorrhea to help the patient understand her condition.Match the options with the symptoms.(Options can be used once, more than once, or not at all.) -Caused by uterine polyps

The nurse is aware that the normal acidic pH of the vaginal vault provides:

Caring for Medical surgical Patients

Critical Thinking and Nursing Process

Fluid, electrolytes, acid-base Balance, and Intravenous Therapy

Care of Preoperative and Intraoperative Surgical Patients

Care of Postoperative Surgical Patients

Infection Prevention and Control

Care of Patients With Pain

Care of Patients With Cancer

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

the Immune and Lymphatic Systems

Care of Patient With Hiv/aids

Care of Patients With Immune and Lymphatic Disorders

the Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

the Hematologic System

Care of Patients With Hematologic Disorders

the Cardiovascular System

Care of Patients With Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Care of Patients With Cardiac Disorders

Care of Patients With Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiac Surgery

the Neurologic System

Care of Patients With Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Brain

Care of Patients With Peripheral Nerve and Degenerative Neurologic Disorders

the Sensory System: Eye and Ear

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Eyes and Ears

the Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Gallbladder,liver,and Pancreas

the Musculoskeletal System

Care of Patients With Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders

the Urinary System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Urinary System

the Endocrine System

Care of Patients With Pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

Care of Patients With Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Care of Men With Reproductive Disorders

Care of Patients With Sexually Transmitted Infections

the Integumentary System

Care of Patients With Integumentary Disorders and Burns

Care of Patients in Disasters or Bioterrorism Attack

Care of Patients With Trauma or Shock

Care of Patients With Anxiety, mood, and Eating Disorders

Care of Patients With Substance Abuse Disorders

Care of Patients With Cognitive Disorders

Care of Patients With Thought and Personality Disorders

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