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CharlieWard

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A 66-year-old patient is suspected of having cervical cancer. Which of the following signs and symptoms would be considered indicative of the disease? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Vaginal bleeding
  B) White vaginal discharge
  C) Perineal herniation
  D) Pain
  E) Fever

Question 2

Which of the following measures should a nurse recommend to a 68-year-old woman who has been experiencing recurrent vaginitis?
 
  A) Douche with hypertonic saline occasionally.
  B) Avoid perineal contact with heavily perfumed soaps and sprays.
  C) Begin low-dose, broad-spectrum antibiotics.
  D) Avoid both Pap smears and vaginal examinations.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, B
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Vaginal bleeding and leukorrhea are indicative of cervical cancer, while herniation, pain, and fever are not noted to be associated with the disease.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Heavy perfumes can cause and/or exacerbate vaginitis. Douching should be avoided and the use of prophylactic antibiotics and avoidance of gynecological exams would be inappropriate.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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