2) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Select all that apply how do you treat dysmenorrhea
A. NSAIDS
B. Acetaminophen
C. Birth control pills
D. Hormone treatment
E. Dietary changes
F. Vitamins
G. Exercise, heat, or massage
all are corrcet
This is heavy or prolonged vaginal bleeding with menstrual cycle
hypermenorrhea
What is hypermenorrhea also known as
heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), previously known as menorrhagia
or hematomunia
Select all that apply what can cause hypermenorrhea
A. Growths or tumors of the uterus that are not cancer(fibroids or
polyps)
B. Cancer of the uterus or cervix
C. Certain types of birth control(IUD
D. Problems related to pregnancy(miscarriage or ectopic
pregnancy)
,A, B, C, D
What is the difference between menorrhagia and hypomenorrhea
menorrhagia and hypermenorrhea refer to an increase in the amount
of menstrual flow to 90 ml or more. Hypomenorrhea refers to a
decrease in the amount of menstrual flow to substantially less than 30
ml per cycle.
Select all that apply what are some treatment for
hypermenorrhea
A. Nonsteroidal
B. NSAIDs.
C. Tranexamic acid
D. Oral contraceptives
E. Oral progesterone.
F. Hormonal IUD (Mirena, Liletta)
all are correct
This is chronic pelvic pain may be defined as non-menstrual pain
of 6 or more months duration that localizes to the anatomic pelvis,
anterior abdominal wall below the umbilicus, or the lumbosacral
back and causes functional disability or requires medical or
surgical treatment.
non-cyclic pelvic pain
Select all that apply how is non-cyclic pelvic pain treated
A. Use warm compress or a heating pad on your pelvic area.
B. Take over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers.
C. Stretch or engage in light exercise.
D. Rest with legs elevated to promote blood flow to the pelvic
area.
,A, B, C, D
This is a relatively quick, painless imaging procedure that
provides a more detailed view of your pelvic organs than a
traditional abdominal ultrasound provides.
transvaginal ultrasound
True or false the provider may order this imaging
procedure(transvaginal ultrasound) to explore what's causing
your symptoms, diagnose a condition, monitor your pregnancy or
plan for surgery
true
This is a noninvasive procedure used to assess the organs and
structures within the abdomen
abdominal ultrasound
This is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus
grows outside the uterus
endometriosis
True or false endometriosis can cause severe pain in the pelvis and
make it harder to get pregnant. Endometriosis can start at a
person's first menstrual period and last until menopause
true
What are 3 symptoms of endometriosis
cramps that begin before and extend after a menstrual period, lower
back or abdominal pain, pain with intercourse
Select all that apply endometriosis can also effect
A. Bowel movements or urination pains
B. Infertility
C. Fatigue
, D. Constipation
E. Bloating
F. Weight gain
G. Nausea, especially during periods
all are correct
This stage of is the most severe form of this disease., it's
earmarked by large numbers of deep and superficial endometrial-
like tissue growth inside the reproductive tract. Other organs in
the pelvic region and abdomen may also be affected. Infertility is
highly associated
stage 4 endometriosis
Select all that apply what are treatments for endometriosis
A. Pain meds
B. Hormone therapy
C. Hormonal contraceptives
D. Progestin therapy
E. Conservative surgery
F. Fertility treatment
G. Hysterectomy with removal of the ovaries
H. Lifestlye changes
I. Stress management
all are correct
True or false aromatase inhibitors, these are a class of medicines
that lower the amount of estrogen in the body. Your health care
team may recommend an aromatase inhibitor along with a
progestin or combination birth control pills to treat
endometriosis.
true