Gynecologic Emergencies Flashcards
1
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Obstetric history Taking
What does Gravida, Para and Aborted History Mean
A
- Gravida: Number of times pregnant
- Para: Number of times delivering a newborn
- Abortive history: Number of abortions (elective or miscarriages)
2
Q
Meaning of Menarche
A
- onset of first Menses
3
Q
Meaning of Menopause
A
- Last menses
- End of childbearing age
4
Q
Meaning of Dysmennorhea
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• Abdominal pain and cramping • Usually starts right before menstruation • Affects approximately 2/3 of women • Pain can be severe for some
5
Q
Meaning of Amenorrhea
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Absence of menses • Most common cause is pregnancy • Can also be due to: • Exercise • Drop of body fat • Stress • Anorexia nervosa
6
Q
Meaning of Mittelshmerz
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- Pain associated with ovulation (day 14)
* Mild and unilateral
7
Q
Meaning of hypermenorrhea
A
flow lasts longer than normal or is excessive
8
Q
Meaning of Polymenorrhea
A
flow occurs more often than a 24-day interval.
9
Q
Meaning of Metrorrhagia
A
flow or intermittent spotting occurring irregularly but
frequently
10
Q
Meaning of Dysmenorrhea
A
painful menses
11
Q
What is Primary and secondary
Dysmenorrhea
A
- Primary dysmenorrhea occurs with the start of the menstrual flow, lasting 1 to 2 days.
- Secondary dysmenorrhea is present before, during, and after the menstrual flow.
12
Q
Antibiotic treatment for Toxic shock syndrome
A
- Clindamycin 900 mg IV every 8 hours AND
* Vancomycin 15-20 mg/kg every 12 hours
