A pessary is most effective in treating which of the following ...

[EY67]

A pessary is most effective in treating which of the following disorders?
 
  1. Cystocele
  2. Uterine prolapse
  3. Rectocele
  4. Stress urinary incontinence

Question 2

A woman in her 34th week of pregnancy reports that she is very uncomfortable because of heartburn. The nurse would suggest that the woman:
 
  1. substitute other calcium sources for milk in her diet.
  2. lie down after each meal.
  3. decrease the amount of fiber that she consumes.
  4. eat five small meals daily.

[chreslie]

Answer to Question 1

2
1, 3, 4. Incorrect. A pessary is not used for these gynecologic problems.
2. Correct. A fitted pessary to support the uterus and hold it in the correct position may be in-serted in the vagina.

Answer to Question 2

4
1, 2, 3. Incorrect. All of these are inappropriate dietary suggestions for all pregnant women and will not alleviate heartburn.
4. Correct. Eating small frequent meals may help with heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.

[EY67]

Wow, this really help

[dreamfighter72]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it