As Part of Their Participation in the Gynecologic Portion of the Physical

question 21

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Take a firm approach that encourages the client to facilitate the examination by following the physician's instructions exactly.
• B)Explain the procedure as it unfolds and continue to question the client to get information in a timely manner.
• C)Take the opportunity to explain that the trendy vulvar self-examination is only for women at risk for cancer.
• D)Help the woman relax through proper placement of her hands and proper breathing during the examination.

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Definitions:

Gestational Age

The age of an embryo or fetus (or newborn) which is usually measured from the first day of the mother's last menstrual period.

Third Stage of Labor

The final phase of childbirth, commencing after the delivery of the baby and ending with the delivery of the placenta.

Birth Canal

This term refers to the passageway through which a baby travels during birth, from the uterus to the outside world.

Baby

An infant, particularly one that is newly or just recently born.