*NURSING > QUESTIONS & ANSWERS > Chapter 06- Reproductive System Concerns Lowdermilk- Maternity & Women's Health Care, 12th Edition (All)
Chapter 06- Reproductive System Concerns Lowdermilk- Maternity & Women's Health Care, 12th Edition (Latest Update Solved Solution 2022) 1. Which condition is the least likely cause of amenorrhe... a in a 17-year-old client? a. Anatomic abnormalities b. Type 1 diabetes mellitus c. Obesity d. Pregnancy - ANS: C A moderately obese adolescent (20% to 30% above ideal weight) may have early onset menstruation. Girls who regularly exercise before menarche can have delayed onset of menstruation to age 18 years. Anatomic abnormalities are a possible cause of amenorrhea. Type 1 diabetes mellitus is a possible cause of amenorrhea. Pregnancy is the most common cause of amenorrhea. 2. When a nurse is counseling a woman experiencing primary dysmenorrhea, which nonpharmacologic intervention might be recommended? a. Increasing the intake of red meat to replace blood loss b. Reducing the intake of diuretic foods, such as peaches and asparagus c. Temporarily substituting physical activity for a sedentary lifestyle d. Using a heating pad on the abdomen to relieve cramping - ANS: D Heat minimizes cramping by increasing vasodilation and muscle relaxation and minimizing uterine ischemia. Dietary changes such as a low-fat vegetarian diet may be recommended for women experiencing dysmenorrhea. Increasing the intake of diuretics, including natural diuretics such as asparagus, cranberry juice, peaches, parsley, and watermelon, may help ease the symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea. Exercise has been found to help relieve menstrual discomfort through increased vasodilation and subsequent decreased ischemia 3. Nafarelin is used to treat mild-to-severe endometriosis. What instruction or information should the nurse provide to a client regarding nafarelin administration? a. Nafarelin stimulates the secretion of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), thereby stimulating ovarian activity. b. It should be administered by intramuscular (IM) injection. c. Nafarelin should be administered by a subcutaneous implant. d. It can cause the client to experience some hot flashes and vaginal dryness. - ANS: D Nafarelin is a GnRH agonist, and its side effects are similar to those of menopause. The hypoestrogenism effect results in hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Nafarelin is a GnRH agonist that suppresses the secretion of GnRH. Nafarelin is administered twice daily by nasal spray and can be intranasally administered. Leuprolide is given once per month by IM injection. Goserelin is administered by subcutaneous implant. CONTINUES... [Show More]
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