Comprehensive Study Guide: Assessment and Care for Reproductive, Gynecologic, Breast, and STI Conditions

Papanicolaou (Pap) Test

A screening procedure for cervical cancer that requires no douching, vaginal medications, or sexual intercourse 24 hours prior.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Testing

Not recommended as a standalone for young women but used as follow-up for abnormal Pap results.

Mammography Screening

Recommended annually for women starting at age 40 or 45; helps distinguish malignant tissue.

Endometrial Biopsy

Procedure to assess the endometrial lining; mild cramping and spotting expected afterward.

Laparoscopy

A minimally invasive surgery to visualize pelvic organs, expecting shoulder pain post CO₂ insufflation.

Cervical Biopsy Discharge Management

Includes 24 hours of rest, pelvic rest for 2 weeks, and proper perineal care.

Exercise and Menstrual Regularity

High-intensity exercise can reduce body fat, leading to lower estrogen and irregular menstrual cycles.

Serum Testosterone Normal Range

Normal male baseline is 680 ng/dL.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Symptoms

Includes urinary hesitancy, post-void dribbling, weak stream, and nocturia.

TURP Syndrome

A complication involving fluid overload and cerebral edema post transurethral resection of the prostate.