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Define Gynecology
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The branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the reproductive organs of women
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Define Obstetrics
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Supervision of women's health during: pregnancy, childbirth, puerperium
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Define Prenatal
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The care of women before delivery of an infant
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Gynecologic examination includes:
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Breast exam
Pelvic exam |
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What is the purpose of gynecologic exams?
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Asses health of reproductive organs, detect early signs of disease that leads to early diagnosis and treatment
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What is the MA's responsibility?
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1. Reduce patient embarrasment
2. Full explain procedure 3. Answer questions 4. Patient education toward expectations of exam 5. Pt education on performing self exams 6. Pt positioning 7. Collect sample for microscopic review |
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Define Amenorrhea:
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The absence or cessation of the menstrual period
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Define Cervix:
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The lower, narrow end of the uterus that opens up into the vagina
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Define Colposcopy:
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Examination of the cervix using a colposcope
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Define Dysmenorrhea:
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Pain associated with menstrual period
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Define Dyspareunia:
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Pain in the vagina or pelvis experienced by a woman during intercourse
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Define Dysplasia
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The grown of abnormal cells, precancerious condition
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Define Menopause:
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The permanent cessation of mensturation
*occurs between ages of 45 and 55 *Average age of 51 |
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Define Menorrhagia
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Excessive bleeding during period
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Define Metrorrhagia:
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Bleeding between periods
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