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show End of the pregnancy before 20 weeks gestation  
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Spontaneous abortion: Early   show
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show "miscarriage" of the pregnancy between 12-20 weeks gestation  
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show Infections, genetic problems, autoimmune diseases, endocrine imbalances  
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show Maternal causes: age, nutrition, drug use, chronic infection, incompetent cervix  
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Threatened abortion   show
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Inevitable abortion   show
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Incomplete abortion   show
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show Risk of infection and hemorrhaging; treat with D&C (dilation and certage)  
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Complete abortion   show
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Missed abortion   show
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Recurrent abortions   show
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Treatments for patients with abortion   show
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What is the treatment for an incompetent cervix   show
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What are nursing considerations for reoccurring abortions   show
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What is ectopic pregnancy   show
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show Ectopic pregnancy  
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show One-sided abdominal pain, light bleeding, referred shoulder pain, and s/s of Hypovolemic shock (rigid abdomen)  
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How is ectopic pregnancy diagnosed   show
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What is the treatment for ectopic pregnancy   show
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show Start of labor between 20-37 weeks gestation  
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What is the #1 cause of PTL   show
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s/s of preterm labor   show
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show Have her come in to be seen; these are signs of PTL  
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show Determining risk of PTL; it is expensive and not very accurate  
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What WBC count signals infection   show
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When should fetal lung maturity testing be done for patients with PTL   show
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show No; only after 34 weeks  
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show IV fluids, abx to treat any infections, medication to stop contractions or delivery if >34 weeks or ROM  
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show Stops contractions in PTL  
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show Relaxes smooth muscle; must be administered via IV pump; monitor for magnesium toxicity; monitor VS closely; monitor serum mg levels  
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show Loss of DTR; depressed cardiac and respiratory function (acts on CNS in brain); flushing, sweating, flaccid paralysis  
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What is the therapeutic range for magnesium sulfate serum for PTL   show
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A patient on magnesium sulfate has loss of DTR; what would you expect the magnesium serum to be   show
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A patient on mag sulfate has respiratory depression; what you expect the mag serum level to be   show
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show 25 mEq/L  
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show Calcium gluconate  
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Terbutaline (for PTL): nursing considerations   show
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What are the side effects of Terbutaline (for PTL)   show
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Indocin (for PTL): nursing considerations   show
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Side effects for Indocin (for PTL)   show
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show ROM before start of contractions and after 38 weeks: must delivery baby within 48 hours  
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PPROM   show
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show Infection; prolapsed cord  
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show Mild, frequent contractions; can decrease perfusion to the baby  
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What is fetal tachycardia indicative of   show
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show true  
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show Maturity of aveoli and sufficient surfactant production  
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show NO routine pelvic exams (risk of infection); start IV abx at 24h  
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show HTN and proteinuria  
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show destruction of RBC; elevated liver enzymes; decreased platelets (r/t pre-E)  
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show seizures or coma during pregnancy (severe) with s/s of pre-E  
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show HTN the existed before pregnancy; managed with medications  
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chronic HTN with superimposed pre-E   show
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Transient HTN/PIH (pregnancy induced HTN)   show
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s/s of Pre-E   show
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why do pts with pre-E have proteinuria   show
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why do pts with pre-E have hemolysis   show
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show liver damage causes liver swelling and release of liver enzymes  
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show monitoring BP 2x/day; 24 hour UA; subjective data analysis  
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s/s of severe pre-E   show
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show decreased placental perfusion, hypoxia, IUGR, PTL  
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how to obtain BP on a pt with pre-E   show
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show # beats after flexion of foot; indicated risk of seizures due to CNS irritability  
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nursing interventions for pre-E   show
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show hepatic rupture = death  
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show DIC: hemorrhaging  
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show seizure precautions (padded bedrails, suction & O2 at bedside); fall precautions (altered mental status)  
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Magnesium sulfate (for pre-E)   show
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Normal side effects of mag sulfate   show
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s/s of mag sulfate toxicity   show
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antidote for mag sulfate   show
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Treatment of ecclampsia (pt in active seizure)   show
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show estrogen causes increase fluid retention; Hcg causes nausea and hypoglycemia  
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normal control of blood sugar during later pregnancy   show
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show LGA baby: >8#13oz  
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potential fetal complications of diabetes   show
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show SGA/LGA baby; hypoglycemia; cold stress; ruddy appearance (RBC production); jaundice, respiratory distress  
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show 28 weeks gestation  
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show yes: 1 hour should be less than 180  
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show 95; 180; 155; 140  
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a patient taking the 3 hr GTT has a 2 hour result of 165 is this normal   show
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a patient taking the 3 hour GTT has a 3 hour result of 150 is this normal   show
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what is the treatment for pre-existing diabetes during pregnancy   show
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show (1st) diet control and exercise; (if not working) insulin  
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show biophysical profile, fetal lung maturity testing, kick counts  
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show placenta implants low in the uterus; close to or covering the cervical oss  
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show placenta completely covers the cervical oss; must deliver via C-section  
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show placenta covers part of the cervical oss; must deliver via C-section  
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marginal placenta previa   show
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show placenta implants low in the uterus, not covering the cervical oss; placenta may prevent the fetus from getting into a vertex position and cause transverse lie = C-section  
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complications of placenta previa   show
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s/s of placenta previa   show
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nursing considerations for patients with placenta previa   show
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show placenta begins to detach from the uterine wall causing bleeding and uterine hypoxia to the fetus  
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show placenta begins to separate in the middle with the edges still attached; may cause pain but with no bleeding  
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Placenta abrupta: marginal   show
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Diagnoses of placenta previa   show
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show most dangerous: complete separation from the uterine wall. Causes maternal hemorrhaging and fetal death: Emergency C-section  
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s/s of placenta abrupta   show
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SGA baby   show
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What are the expected findings of an SGA baby at birth   show
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show Problems during early pregnancy such as chromosome abnormalities, exposure to toxins during development, or preexisting maternal conditions (diabetes)  
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show Small body and head; proportional body: head size; likely to remain small throughout life  
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show Problems during late pregnancy (after 28 weeks): pre-E, gestational diabetes  
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show A big head and a small body; likely to catch up to normal size with proper nutrition  
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LGA baby; Macrosomia   show
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Expected findings of an LGA baby at birth   show
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Biggest risks for an SGA baby   show
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Biggest risks for an LGA baby   show
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show Persistent tremors, irritability, poor muscle tone, respiratory distress, poor thermoregulation  
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show Long and thin due to continued bone growth and loss of subQ fat; flaky/peeling skin due to loss of vernix and lanugo, green tinted skin due to processing meconium  
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What is labetalol used for   show
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What is betamethasone used for   show
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show Delivery between 20-37 6/7 weeks gestation  
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What is the #1 cause of premature birth   show
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What does a pre-term baby look like   show
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What is an environmental concern for pre-term babies   show
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What is periodic breathing   show
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What is apnea of the newborn (especially preemies)   show
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show Keep lateral or prone; NOT on back  
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Interventions for pre-term babies   show
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show Suction the mouth first (angle the tip toward the cheeks not directly back) and then the nose; be careful not to damage the larynx  
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What is normal temperature range for preemie babies   show
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show 1-3 mL/kg/hr  
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Risks for preemies babies   show
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show Decreased output, poor skin turgor, sunken fontanels, dry mucous membranes  
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s/s of cold stress in a newborn   show
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show No tape, alcohol, or betadine used on these babies due to skin and endocrine sensitivity  
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show "squish" the baby, sucking, pain meds  
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What is DIC   show
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show Bleeding gums or nose, petechiae, excessive bleeding from IV sites/wounds, increased HR, decreased BP, decreased T, increased R  
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What will the labs of a pt with DIC look like   show
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show tx the cause of the DIC (infection, placental abruption, incomplete abortion); manage with packed RBC and plasma infusion  
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Fibrocystic breast condition   show
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How do you diagnose fibrocystic breast condition   show
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Treatment of fibrocystic breast condition   show
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show Benign, solid masses in the upper-outer part of the breast; occurs in young people; does not change with menstruation  
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show Uterine cells located outside of the uterus inflame and slough with each menstrual cycle causing pain and tissue scarring  
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Complications of endometriosis   show
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show Heavy throbbing pain in abdomen and pelvis radiating down legs, painful intercourse (dyspareunia) and BMs, infertility  
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show Oral contraceptives and NSAIDs; hysterectomy (if done having children)  
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Follicular ovarian cyst   show
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Luteal ovarian cyst   show
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show Ultrasound; biopsy to rule out cancer  
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show laparotomy to remove cyst  
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show Benign uterine tumor; can be very large and cause pregnancy complications  
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show Enlarged uterine size, anemia, increased menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure, bloating, urinary frequency  
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show Dependent of size and symptoms: myomectomy (fibroid removal); hysterectomy (sends pt into menopause), medications to reduce fibroid size (unpleasant side effects), embolization (destroy fibroid blood supply), Depo Vera injection (mimics pregnancy)  
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show Severe menstrual symptoms which provide only 7 days of no symptoms which eat cycle  
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s/s of PMDD   show
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Treatment for PMDD   show
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Menopause   show
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Physical changes that occur with menopause   show
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Side effects of estrogen replacement therapy   show
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show Hormone replacement to decrease symptoms and decrease risk of osteoporosis  
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Pelvic Inflammatory Diseases   show
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Complications of pelvic inflammatory disease   show
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show May be asymptomatic; pelvic pain, fever, purulent discharge, N&V (indicates sepsis); EXTREME pain with cervical/pelvic exam  
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Treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease   show
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Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)   show
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show Sudden high fever (104/105), N&V, sunburn-like rash, hypotension, coma, organ failure, peeling hands and feet  
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Treatment for TSS   show
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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)   show
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show Intense itching, watery gray discharge with a fishy odor  
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show Whiff test; microscope "clue" cells  
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show Increased risk of developing other STDs  
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show Antibiotics; education of feminine hygiene  
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show Suppression of normal flora with overgrowth of yeast  
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show Intense vaginal itching, cottage cheese odorless discharge, painful intercourse and urination  
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Treatment for yeast infection   show
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Cervical cancer   show
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show Bleeding, referred leg/back pain, hematuria, bloody stools, anemia, and weight loss  
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show Pap smear every 1-3 years  
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Treatment for cervical cancer   show
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show Vaginal rest (no sex/tampons), minor bleeding and cramping is normal  
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Prognosis of uterine cancer   show
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Endometrial cancer   show
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s/s of endometrial cancer   show
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Diagnoses of endometrial cancer   show
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Treatment for endometrial cancer   show
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show Small cell cancer of the ovary  
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s/s of ovarian cancer   show
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Screening for ovarian cancer   show
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Treatment for ovarian cancer   show
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show 40% survival rate; this is not a good cancer to have  
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show Inability to conceive after 1 year of unprotected sex  
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Primary infertility   show
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Secondary infertility   show
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show fallopian tube defects; lack of mature ovum; irregular menstruation; incompetent cervix; maternal endocrine problems (diabetes); immune response (lupus); chronic infection  
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show Inability to produce or ejaculate mature sperm, chromosome abnormalities; seminal fluid abnormalities  
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show Genetic counseling; thorough assessment; provide emotional support  
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Treatment for infertility   show
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show Stimulates the ovaries to release more ovum; side effects: decreased cervical mucus, hot flashes, breast & pelvic pain, nausea  
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s/s of severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome   show
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