A female client presents with a report of pain and burning in the area of the vulva during intercourse. The nurse documents this report as:
A) vulvodynia
B) vaginismus
C) dyspareunia
D) orgasmic dysfunction
Ans: A
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Vulvodynia produces symptoms of burning and pain in areas of the vulva. Vaginismus is involuntary contraction of the muscles surrounding the vaginal orifice so that penetration may be impossible and very painful. Dyspareunia is painful intercourse at the vaginal opening or upon deep thrusting.
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