Exam 2: Assessment and Health Promotion

The microscopic examination of scrapings from the cervix, endocervix, or other mucous membranes to detect premalignant or malignant cells is called:

The body part that both protects the pelvic structures and accommodates the growing fetus during pregnancy is the:

As a powerful central nervous system stimulant, which of these substances can lead to miscarriage, preterm labor, premature separation of the placenta, and stillbirth?

Prostaglandins are produced in most organs of the body, most notably the endometrium. Another/Other source(s) of prostaglandins is/are:

One purpose of preconception care is to:

During a health history interview, a woman tells the nurse that her husband physically abuses her. The nurse's first response should be to:

The nurse who is evaluating the woman for potential abuse should be aware that intimate partner violence includes (choose all that apply):

A 20-year-old patient calls the clinic to report that she has found a lump in her breast. The nurse's best response is:

Sexual assault is:

A woman arrives at the clinic for her annual examination. She tells the nurse that she thinks she has a vaginal infection and she has been using an over-the-counter cream for the past 2 days to treat it. The nurse's initial response should be to:

During a health history interview, a woman states that she thinks that she has "bumps" on her labia. She also states that she is not sure how to check herself. The correct response would be to:

Before beginning the health history interview, the nurse should perform all actions except:

Because of the effect of cyclic ovarian changes on the breast, the best time for breast self-examination (BSE) is:

The two primary functions of the ovary are:

Kegel exercises, or pelvic muscle exercises:

A fully matured endometrium that resembles the thickness of heavy, soft velvet describes the _____ phase of the endometrial cycle.

Individual irregularities in the ovarian (menstrual) cycle are most often caused by:

What opiate causes euphoria, relaxation, drowsiness, and detachment from reality and has possible effects on the pregnancy, including preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction, and premature rupture of membranes?

Concerning the use and abuse of legal drugs or substances, nurses should be aware that:

During the past 20 years, the prevalence of obesity has increased dramatically in the United States, with one-third of women older than 20 years of age being obese. Body mass index is defined as the measure of an adult's weight in relation to his or her height. This is currently the most accurate measure of weight. It is an important part of the health screening process because obesity is closely associated with: