Read This Excerpt from a Patient's Health Record: "Past Medical

question 34

Multiple Choice

Read this excerpt from a patient's health record: "Past Medical History: Recent treatment for chlamydia vulvovaginitis. Menarche at 13 years of age. LMP 1 week ago. Social History: High-risk sexual behavior. Sexually active with multiple partners, inconsistent use of protection via condoms with her partners. 1-pack-per-day smoker. Family History: Noncontributory." Which of the following statements is NOT true about this patient's medical history?

• A) Her family's medical history is not related to this specific problem.
• B) Her last menstrual period was 7 days ago.
• C) She had her first menstrual cycle at age 13.
• D) She has not yet been treated for her STD.
• E) She was recently treated for inflammation of the vulva and vagina.

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Definitions:

Exhibitionism

The act of exposing one's genitals to an unsuspecting person for sexual pleasure or as a means of obtaining sexual excitement.

Orgasmic Disorders

Sexual dysfunctions characterized by difficulty experiencing orgasm following a normal sexual arousal phase.

Masturbation

The sexual stimulation of one's own genitals for sexual arousal or other sexual pleasure, usually to the point of orgasm.

Cognitive-Behavioral

Relating to a type of psychotherapy that addresses maladaptive behaviors and thoughts through behavior modification and cognitive restructuring.