Exam 5: Health Assessment

The female reproductive organ(s) responsible for cyclic menstruation is/are the:

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:

As part of their participation in the gynecologic portion of the physical examination,nurses should:

As a girl progresses through development,she may be at risk for a number of age-related conditions. While preparing a 21-year-old client for her first adult physical examination and Papanicolaou (Pap) test,the nurse is aware of excessiveness shyness. The young woman states that she will not remove her bra because,"There is something wrong with my breasts;one is way bigger." What is the best response by the nurse in this situation?

Diethylstilbestrol (DES) was a drug commonly used to prevent miscarriage and premature birth between 1938 and 1971. Most nurses who provide gynecologic care are aware of the increased risk of adenocarcinoma to the vagina and cervix for the daughters of women who used DES. Fortunately there were no known side effects to their sons.

Menstruation is periodic uterine bleeding:

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

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

The transition phase during which ovarian function and hormone production decline is called:

The stimulated release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone is part of the:

Which statement would indicate that the client requires additional instruction about breast self-examination?

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

Which statement about female sexual response is NOT accurate?

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

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

Certain fatty acids classified as hormones that are found in many body tissues and that have roles in many reproductive functions are known as:

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:

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

The two primary functions of the ovary are:

A 62-year-old woman has not been to the clinic for an annual examination for 5 years. The recent death of her husband reminded her that she should come for a visit. Her family doctor has retired,and she is going to see the women's health nurse practitioner for her visit. To facilitate a positive health care experience,the nurse should: