The physician diagnoses a 3-cm cyst in the ovary of a 28-year-old woman. You expect the initial treatment to include:
a. Beginning hormone therapy.
b. Examining the woman after her next menstrual period.
c. Scheduling a laparoscopy to remove the cyst.
d. Aspirating the cyst and sending the fluid to pathology.
B
Most ovarian cysts regress spontaneously.
Cysts in women of childbearing age may decrease within one cycle, so treatment is not ne-cessary at this point.
It is too early to anticipate removal of the cysts. Most ovarian cysts regress spontaneously within one cycle.
A transvaginal ultrasound examination will help determine if the cyst is fluid filled or solid. The cyst can then be removed if warranted.
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1. A client's responses to a health problem. 2. The nursing process. 3. Documentation. 4. The client's database.
A patient who is not fully informed about his or her health status is an example of a violation of which ethical principle?
a. Autonomy b. Justice c. Utilitarianism d. Confidentiality
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a. The preparation should be taken with milk to decrease gastrointestinal upset. b. The preparation should be taken with an antacid to increase absorption. c. A straw should be used to swallow liquid iron. d. Use should be discontinued if stools become tarry.
Throughout your nursing career your primary role is, at all times, to ______.
a. protect those in your care b. wear your uniform correctly c. be on time for your shift d. work hard