The nurse is reading the history and physical and notes documentation of a protrusion into the posterior vaginal wall. The nurse would suspect which of the following conditions in this situation?
1. Ovarian cyst
2. Bartholin's gland infection
3. Cystocele
4. Rectocele
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Rationale 1: Ovarian cysts cause inflammation and tenderness upon examination.
Rationale 2: The Bartholin's glands are palpated by gently squeezing the posterior region of the labia majora.
Rationale 3: A cystocele is a hernia that is formed when the urinary bladder is pushed into the vaginal wall.
Rationale 4: A rectocele is a hernia that is formed when the rectum pushes into the posterior vaginal wall.
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How can the LPN expand practice areas without advancing their career by becoming a registered nurse?
1. Attain certification in a specific area.
2. Work in a nursing specialty area.
3. Work in the same facility for five or more years.
4. Learn by watching how other nurses perform at work.
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