Endometrial implants - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

ENDOMETRIOSIS definition - Answer-Presence of normal endometrial tissue in an abnormal location (outside the uterus) that Responds to hormonal stimulation with proliferation & secretion sx of endometriosis - Answer--Withdrawal of hormones causes bleeding -Bleeding causes pain +/- scar tissue -Dysmenorrhea, Dyspareunia, pelvic pain (not related to severity and unresponsive to NSAIDs/OCP) -Implants contain prostaglandin receptors -Dyschezia -Dysuria -Infertility -Menorrhagia -Backache ...

endometriosis - Answer-gynecologic disorders - painful chronic disease characterized by the growth of endometrial lesions outside of the endometrial cavity of the uterus 1. ovaries 2. fallopian tubes 3. myometrium (uterus) 4. peritoneum 5. bladder 6. bowel - Answer-six major involved organs in endometriosis endometriosis - Answer-gynecologic disorders - more health distress, pain during or after intercourse, and interference w/ activities than women with other reasons for chronic pe...

Endometriosis - Answer-Functional endometrial tissue implanted outside uterine cavity What is common with endometriosis? - Answer-Infertility Adenomyosis - Answer-Extension of endometrial glands into the myometrium Etiology/ Pathogenesis of endometriosis - Answer-Increases retrograde flow of menstruation through fallopian tubes secondary to congenital outflow obstruction Altered immune response to displaced endometrial tissue Implants of glands & stroma (connective tissue) identi...

ATI Med Proctored Surge Final Exam 2023 VERIFIED ANSWERS 1…. A nurse isreviewing the laboratory data of a client who has acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect to find an elevation of which of following values? Amylase Rational Amylase is an enzyme that changes complex sugars into simple sugars that can be used by the body. It is produced by the pancreas and salivary glands and released into the mouth,stomach, and intestines to aid in digestion. The amylase level of a client who h...

A 29-year-old female presents to the office with *pelvic pain* that was *initially most prominent during the premenstrual phase of her cycle*. The pain has become progressively worse and now involves most of the month. The pain has not been relieved with the use of OTC NSAID's, Rx NSAID's or oral contraceptives. What is being described? - Answer-endometriosis A 44-year-old female presents to the office with *progressive menorrhagia (excessive bleeding)*. U/S reveals no evidence of uterine f...

ATI Med Proctored Surge Final Exam 2023 VERIFIED ANSWERS 1…. A nurse isreviewing the laboratory data of a client who has acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect to find an elevation of which of following values? Amylase Rational Amylase is an enzyme that changes complex sugars into simple sugars that can be used by the body. It is produced by the pancreas and salivary glands and released into the mouth,stomach, and intestines to aid in digestion. The amylase level of a client who h...

MSN 377 EXAM 2 REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, 100% ACCURATE. VERIFIED/ 11. A patient with abdominal pain and irregular vaginal bleeding is admitted to the hospital with a suspected ectopic pregnancy. Before actual diagnosis, what is the most appropriate action by the nurse? A. Provide analgesics for pain relief. b. Monitor vital signs, pain, and bleeding frequently. c. Offer support for the patient's emotional response to the loss of the pregnancy. d. Explain the need to obtain a bloo...

1. The part of the sperm containing proteolytic enzymes to digest the zona pellucida is the: A. capacitor B. head C. corona D. acrosome E. cumulus D. is correct. The acrosome is the part of the sperm containing proteolytic enzymes to digest the zona pellucida. It is exposed by the process of capacitation. Then, under the influence of substances released by corona radiata cells, it releases its proteolytic enzymes and penetrates the oocyte. 2. The ovulated mammalian oocyte is arre...

ATI Med Proctored Surge Final Exam 2023 VERIFIED ANSWERS 1…. A nurse isreviewing the laboratory data of a client who has acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect to find an elevation of which of following values? Amylase Rational Amylase is an enzyme that changes complex sugars into simple sugars that can be used by the body. It is produced by the pancreas and salivary glands and released into the mouth,stomach, and intestines to aid in digestion. The amylase level of a client who h...

NR 511 WEEK 4 MIDTERM EXAM 2023 1. Question: In an outpatient setting, what is the most common reason for a malpractice suit? (Points : 2) Failure to treat a condition x Failure to diagnose correctly Ordering the wrong medication Failure to manage care 2. Question: How often should the clinician examine the feet of a person with diabetes? (Points : 2) x Once a year Every 6 months Every 3 months Every visit 3. Question: Which drug for Alzheimer's disease should be administered ...